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	Breville	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$499.95	$3999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Custom Heating Element
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Bambino Plus 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	1.9 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	5.4 kg	13.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Brushed Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Decent DE1 XL is a high-end espresso machine priced at $3999, designed for advanced users looking for precise control in their brewing process. In contrast, the Breville Bambino Plus is much more budget-friendly, listed at $499.95, and targets beginner users who may be new to espresso making. Both machines operate as semi-automatic, but their price and skill level focus highlight a significant difference in target audience.

Brewing Comparison

Both machines feature fast heat-up times of under five minutes. The Decent DE1 XL utilizes a custom PID controlled group and a custom heating element for enhanced temperature stability, while the Bambino Plus employs a Thermoblock heating element, ensuring quick and efficient heating as well. The Decent model offers a convertible water source and has a larger water reservoir capacity of 2 liters, compared to the 1.9 liters of the Breville. Additionally, the Decent features a custom group type while the Bambino does not specify one.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Decent DE1 XL includes advanced options like PID control, flow control, and smart connectivity, making it highly customizable. The Breville Bambino Plus offers key features like pre-infusion and a steam wand, but lacks advanced gauges and PID degree control found in the Decent machine. Both models have automatic shutoff for safety, but the Decent provides additional precision with features like shot timers and dual PID control. Overall, while both machines offer essential capabilities, the Decent DE1 XL is geared towards those seeking a professional experience, whereas the Bambino Plus serves as an accessible entry-level machine.

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