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	Olympia Express	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$3800	$3999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Custom Heating Element
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The DE1 XL pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 1.3L	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	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	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	No	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	Yes	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	10.4 kg	13.4 kg
Material
Material	Painted Steel	Brushed Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Decent DE1 XL and Olympia Express Cremina are both advanced semi-automatic espresso machines priced at $3,999 and $3,800 respectively. Both are designed for users with a higher skill level, targeting enthusiasts and professionals alike. The pricing reflects their features and capabilities, with the DE1 XL being slightly more expensive than the Cremina. Each machine represents a different brand’s approach to professional-grade espresso making.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Decent DE1 XL utilizes a touch screen activation and features a custom PID controlled group for temperature stability. It has a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, making it efficient for quick use. The Olympia Express Cremina, on the other hand, operates with a manual lever activation and has a saturated mechanical piston group type, with a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. Its stainless steel brew boiler has a capacity of 1.3 liters, compared to the DE1 XL's custom heating element.

Features Comparison

The features of the Decent DE1 XL include auto shutoff, a boiler pressure gauge, dual PID control, pre-infusion, and smart connectivity, providing a highly customizable brewing experience. Meanwhile, the Olympia Express Cremina lacks some of these advanced features but does include steam pressure gauge support, pre-infusion, and an over-pressure valve, focusing on essential brewing functionality without the complexity of PID controls. Both machines excel in their design philosophy, prioritizing the quality of espresso production in different manners.

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