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	ECM	ACS
MSRP
MSRP	$999	$1899
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Toggle Switch
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.4L	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2.3L
Water Supply
Water Supply	3 L - Reservoir	2.6 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	Yes	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	No
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	22.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both the ECM Casa V and the ACS Minima are semi-automatic espresso machines targeted towards intermediate users. The ECM Casa V is priced at $999, making it a more budget-friendly option compared to the ACS Minima, which has a higher price point of $1,899. Both machines come from reputable brands in the espresso machine market, but the Casa V is decidedly more accessible for those looking to enter this space without a significant investment.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the ECM Casa V employs a single boiler with a brew boiler capacity of 0.4 liters and utilizes a ring group type. Its activation mechanism is a button, with a heat-up time ranging between 5 to 15 minutes. On the other hand, the ACS Minima features a dual boiler setup, allowing for a larger brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters, and uses a chrome-plated brass group type. The Minima also has a toggle switch for activation and shares the same heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes.

Features Comparison

When comparing key features, both machines do not include auto shutoff and offer a boiler pressure gauge. However, the ACS Minima stands out with additional features such as PID control, dual PID control, and a shot timer. In contrast, the ECM Casa V includes features such as a hot water function, a solenoid valve, and a steam wand, while lacking the advanced PID controls and shot timer present in the Minima.

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