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	ECM	Crem
MSRP
MSRP	$1499	$2500
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	Lever, OLED Display
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.8L	Brew: 1.6L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.7L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2 L - Reservoir	1.8 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Copper with Brass Endplates
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	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	18.5 kg	29.9 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Plastic

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The ECM Classika PID and Crem One Duo V are both semi-automatic espresso machines targeted towards intermediate skill levels. The Classika PID is priced at $1499, making it more affordable compared to the Crem One Duo V, which has a price tag of $2500. Both machines are manufactured by reputable brands, ECM and Crem, catering to espresso enthusiasts seeking enhanced performance.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the ECM Classika PID utilizes a single boiler heating element with a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes and a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters. On the other hand, the Crem One Duo V features a dual boiler setup, allowing for a quicker heat-up time of 15-30 minutes and a larger brew boiler capacity of 1.6 liters. Both machines employ a chrome-plated brass brew group and have a similar E61 group type. Furthermore, both support a vibration pump type for consistent brewing.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Classika PID offers elements like PID control, pre-infusion, shot timer, and a steam wand with a no-burn design. In contrast, the Crem One Duo V includes more advanced features such as a dual PID control, steam pressure gauge, and the ability to concurrently brew and steam. While both machines possess automatic shutoff and solenoid valves, only the Crem model has hot water functionality. Overall, both machines share certain features but vary in the level of sophistication and additional capabilities.

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