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	ECM	ECM
MSRP
MSRP	$1499	$3249
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
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
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.8L	Brew: 0.7L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2 L - Reservoir	3 L - Convertable
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	36.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The ECM Classika PID is priced at $1499 and is tailored for intermediate skill levels, while the ECM Synchronika is positioned at a higher price point of $3249, targeting advanced users. Both machines are semi-automatic and made by the same brand, ECM. The significant difference in MSRP reflects a disparity in capabilities and features catering to their respective skill levels.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing, the Classika PID utilizes a single boiler with a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes, whereas the Synchronika employs a dual boiler system with a longer heat-up time ranging from 15-30 minutes. Both machines operate using a lever activation method and use Chrome Plated Brass for their brew group material. The Classika has a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters, compared to the Synchronika's slightly smaller capacity of 0.7 liters, though the Synchronika offers a larger steam boiler capacity of 2 liters and a water reservoir capacity of 3 liters.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Classika PID include PID control, pre-infusion, and a shot timer, but it lacks a steam pressure gauge and concurrent brew and steam capabilities. In contrast, the Synchronika offers additional features such as a steam pressure gauge, concurrent brew and steam functionalities, and dual PID control. Both machines are equipped with an auto shutoff, solenoid valve, steam wand, and no-burn wand, despite differing in advanced functionality appealing to their respective user levels.

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