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	Ascaso	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$1725	$3999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Custom Heating Element
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Steel Duo PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The DE1 XL pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Custom Heating Element machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.8 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	Yes	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	15 kg	13.4 kg
Material
Material	Carbon, Stainless Steel	Brushed Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Decent DE1 XL, is a high-end espresso machine priced at $3,999, designed for advanced users. In contrast, Machine 2, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID, is more budget-friendly at $1,725 and targets intermediate skill levels. Both machines are categorized as semi-automatic, catering to different segments of coffee enthusiasts.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Decent DE1 XL features a touch screen for activation and uses a custom heating element with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The group type is identified as a custom PID-controlled group, enhancing brewing precision. On the other hand, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID utilizes a toggle switch for activation and employs a thermoblock heating system, also heating up in under 5 minutes, with a ring group type. Both machines utilize a vibration pump, although they differ in boiler materials and capacities.

Features Comparison

Regarding their key features, the Decent DE1 XL includes advanced functionalities such as flow control, dual PID control, and smart connectivity. It also has concurrent brewing and steaming capabilities, but lacks an overpressure valve. Conversely, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID supports concurrent brewing and steaming as well, and includes an overpressure valve, but it does not have flow control or smart connectivity. Both machines offer essential features like shot timers, PID control, pre-infusion, and steam wands, catering to varying user preferences.

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