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	Bezzera	ECM
MSRP
MSRP	$1839	$3249
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	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 Note: The Magica PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.7L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2L	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	4 L - Reservoir	3 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	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	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	28.1 kg	36.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The ECM Synchronika is priced at $3,249 and is categorized as a semi-automatic espresso machine targeted towards advanced users. In contrast, the Bezzera Magica PID comes at a lower price of $1,839, catering to intermediate skill level users. Both machines are built by reputable brands and focus on delivering high-quality espresso.

Brewing Comparison

When examining brewing information, the ECM Synchronika utilizes a dual boiler system with a boiler material made of stainless steel. It has a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes and features a rotary pump, along with an E61 group type. The Bezzera Magica PID, on the other hand, incorporates a heat exchanger with a copper boiler. It heats up faster within 5-15 minutes and uses a vibration pump, also featuring the E61 group type.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, both machines offer auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, steam pressure gauge, concurrent brew/steam capabilities, and pre-infusion. The Synchronika has dual PID control for precise temperature management, a shot timer, and a no-burn steam wand. The Magica PID does not have dual PID control or a shot timer, and its steam wand is not a no-burn type. Therefore, while they have many similarities, the Synchronika offers more advanced features than the Magica PID.

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