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	Lelit	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$585	$2099
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	57 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	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: 0.25L	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	2.7 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	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	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	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	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	10.2 kg	23.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Lelit Anita PID is a beginner-level, semi-automatic espresso machine priced at $585, making it a more budget-friendly option compared to the Profitec Pro 500, which targets intermediate users and is priced at $2,099. Both machines are manufactured from stainless steel, ensuring durability and quality. The Lelit Anita PID is designed to be accessible to novices, while the Profitec Pro 500 offers advanced capabilities suited for more experienced baristas.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Lelit Anita PID utilizes a toggle switch for activation and features a single boiler with a heating time of 5-15 minutes. It has a 2.7-liter water reservoir and a brass brew group with a group type labeled as Lelit57. On the other hand, the Profitec Pro 500 employs a lever for activation, operates on a heat exchanger system, and has a longer heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. Its water reservoir holds 2.8 liters and features a chrome-plated brass brew group with an E61 group type.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Lelit Anita PID has functionalities such as a boiler pressure gauge and solenoid valve but lacks features like pre-infusion and a shot timer. It also includes integrated grinder capabilities and PID control. Conversely, the Profitec Pro 500 adds more features like auto shutoff, concurrent brew steam, a shot timer, and pre-infusion, enhancing the user experience. Furthermore, it offers a no-burn steam wand, which is absent in the Lelit model.

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