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	ECM	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$999	$1099
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
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: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	3 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Brass
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	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
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	9.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The ECM Casa V is priced at $999 and is targeted towards intermediate skill levels, while the Lelit Victoria has a retail price of $1099 and is more suited for beginners. Both machines belong to the semi-automatic category and offer distinct advantages for their respective audience. The Casa V is offered at a more affordable price point compared to the Lelit Victoria. This variance in pricing may reflect their targeted users and feature sets.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a button activation method and feature a single boiler heating element. The ECM Casa V has a brew boiler capacity of 0.4 liters and a water reservoir capacity of 3 liters, whereas the Lelit Victoria has a slightly smaller brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters and a water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters. Both machines exhibit a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes, making them comparable in terms of readiness for brewing.

Features Comparison

When evaluating key features, the ECM Casa V includes auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, hot water functionality, and a solenoid valve, but does not support PID control, pre-infusion, or a shot timer. The Lelit Victoria, on the other hand, is equipped with PID control, pre-infusion capability, and a shot timer, enhancing its corrective brewing precision. Both machines feature a steam wand and overpressure valve, yet there are differences in design, like the Casa V’s no-burn wand compared to the Lelit’s, which does not offer this feature.

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