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	Olympia Express	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$3800	$4399
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 XXL 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 XXL and Olympia Express Cremina are both high-end semi-automatic espresso machines aimed at advanced users. The Decent DE1 XXL is priced at $4,399, while the Olympia Express Cremina has a slightly lower MSRP of $3,800. Both brands cater to experienced enthusiasts looking for sophisticated brewing capabilities. However, the price difference may influence the decision for potential buyers.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Decent DE1 XXL activates through a touchscreen interface, employing a custom PID-controlled group with a heating time of less than 5 minutes. In contrast, the Olympia Express Cremina utilizes a lever activation mechanism and features a stainless steel boiler, with a heating time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. Both machines have a portafilter size of 58mm and utilize a vibration pump. The Cremina has a slightly smaller water reservoir capacity of 1.8 liters compared to the 2-liter capacity of the Decent DE1 XXL.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Decent DE1 XXL include advanced functionalities such as PID control, dual PID control, pre-infusion, and smart connectivity. Additionally, it is equipped with both boiler and steam pressure gauges, enhancing the user experience. On the other hand, the Olympia Express Cremina has a simpler feature set, lacking certain gauges and PID control while still including pre-infusion and a steam wand. The Cremina does include an over-pressure valve, which is absent in the DE1 XXL, offering a different safety feature.

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