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	ECM	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1499	$2099
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 500 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.8L	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	Yes	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	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	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	18.5 kg	23.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The ECM Classika PID and Profitec Pro 500 are both semi-automatic espresso machines aimed at intermediate skill levels. The Classika PID is priced at $1,499, while the Pro 500 costs $2,099, making it the more expensive option between the two. Both machines are made of stainless steel, ensuring durability and a professional appearance.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a lever activation method and feature an E61 group type made of chrome-plated brass. The ECM Classika PID uses a single boiler with a heat-up time between 5-15 minutes and a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters. In contrast, the Profitec Pro 500 utilizes a heat exchanger with a longer heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, but it has a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters, allowing for simultaneous brewing and steaming.

Features Comparison

Key features in both machines include auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, pre-infusion, and shot timer. However, the Pro 500 offers additional features such as a steam pressure gauge and concurrent brew steam capabilities, which enhance its functionality. Both machines lack an integrated grinder, but both include PID control for precise temperature management and come equipped with no-burn steam wands to ensure safety during use.

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