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	ECM	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$1549	$4399
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	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 XXL pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.75L	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	2 L - Glass Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	No	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	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	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	13.6 kg	13.4 kg
Material
Material	Anthracite	Brushed Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Decent DE1 XXL and ECM Puristika are both semi-automatic espresso machines catering to different skill levels. The Decent DE1 XXL is positioned as an advanced machine with a price tag of $4,399, while the ECM Puristika serves intermediate users at a significantly lower cost of $1,549. This difference in pricing also reflects on the level of features and capabilities each machine possesses. Both brands offer unique attributes but cater to different espresso enthusiasts.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Decent DE1 XXL offers a touch screen activation and features a custom PID controlled group with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, utilizing a custom heating element. In contrast, the ECM Puristika operates with a lever activation and employs a single boiler system with a heat-up time varying from 5 to 15 minutes. The Decent machine has a water reservoir capacity of 2 liters and a unique custom group, while the ECM has a brew boiler capacity of 0.75 liters and uses a traditional E61 group type. Both machines utilize vibration pumps, ensuring consistent espresso extraction.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Decent DE1 XXL is equipped with an array of advanced functionalities, including dual PID control, pre-infusion, shot timer, and steam wand with a no-burn design. It also has smart connectivity capabilities, enhancing user experience. On the other hand, the ECM Puristika, while featuring PID control and a shot timer, lacks several advanced features such as a steam wand and flow control. Additionally, it includes an over-pressure valve, but it does not offer smart connectivity.

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