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	Odyssey	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$850	$4399
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Manual	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	Direct Lever	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The DE1 XXL pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.6L	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	0 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Stainless Steel	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	Yes	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	Yes	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	6.8 kg	13.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Brushed Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Decent DE1 XXL is a semi-automatic espresso machine priced at $4,399, targeting advanced users who seek top-tier coffee-making capabilities. In contrast, the Odyssey Argos is a manual espresso machine available for $850, designed for intermediate users looking for a more hands-on brewing experience. The significant price difference reflects the technology and features available in the Decent machine. Therefore, potential buyers need to consider their skill levels and budget when choosing between these two machines.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Decent DE1 XXL utilizes a touch screen for activation and features a custom PID-controlled group with a custom heating element. It boasts a quick heat-up time of less than 5 minutes and has a water reservoir capacity of 2 liters. On the other hand, the Odyssey Argos employs a lever activation method and includes a sprung lever group type, with a single boiler heating element and a water reservoir capacity of 0 liters. Both machines have a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, utilizing a 58mm portafilter.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, both machines include essential components such as auto shutoff and boiler pressure gauges. The Decent DE1 XXL offers advanced functionalities like PID degree control, dual PID control, and smart connectivity, while also including a steam wand with a no-burn design. In contrast, the Odyssey Argos shares some features like pre-infusion and a shot timer but lacks features such as a steam pressure gauge and hot water availability. Consequently, the Decent machine presents a more comprehensive set of features appealing to experienced baristas, while the Odyssey covers the basics for users wanting simplicity.

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