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	ECM	ACS
MSRP
MSRP	$1499	$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	Lever	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: 0.8L	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2.3L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2 L - Reservoir	2.6 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	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	No
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	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	18.5 kg	22.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both espresso machines cater to intermediate skill levels and fall under the semi-automatic category. The ECM Classika PID is priced at approximately $1499, making it more affordable than the ACS Minima, which has a price of $1899. Both machines are made of stainless steel, providing a robust yet stylish construction.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the ECM Classika PID utilizes a lever for activation and features a primary heating element with a single boiler, while the ACS Minima uses a toggle switch and has a dual boiler system. Both machines share the E61 group type and a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters. Notably, the ACS Minima offers a larger steam boiler capacity of 2.3 liters compared to the ECM Classika PID which has no steam boiler capacity. The heat-up time for both machines ranges from 5-15 minutes and both use a vibration pump.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the ECM Classika PID has automatic shutoff, PID control, pre-infusion capability, and a shot timer. In contrast, the ACS Minima lacks an auto shutoff feature but does offer concurrent brew and steam, hot water access, and dual PID control. Both machines are equipped with solenoid valves, steam wands, and shot timers but the ECM Classika PID includes a no-burn wand while the ACS Minima does not. Overall, these machines have similarities in brewing components yet differ in their array of features, with each catering to specific user preferences.

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