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	Profitec	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$2099	$3199.95
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	15-30 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 500 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2L	Steam: 1.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.8 L - Reservoir	2.5 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	Yes	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	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
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	23.5 kg	25.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

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Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Lelit Bianca V3, is priced at $3199.95 and is categorized as a semi-automatic espresso machine designed for advanced users. In contrast, Machine 2, the Profitec Pro 500, is priced more affordably at $2099 and is suited for intermediate skill levels. Both brands are known for their quality, but the Lelit may be better aimed at experienced baristas, while the Profitec offers a bridge for those looking to advance their skills.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Lelit Bianca V3 uses a lever activation system, dual boiler heating element, and has an E61 group type, with a heat-up time between 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the Profitec Pro 500 also features lever activation, but utilizes a heat exchanger as its primary heating element, and shares the E61 group type with the same heat-up time. The brew boiler capacity for the Lelit is 0.8 liters, while the Profitec has no defined brew boiler capacity, but a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters. Both machines offer stainless steel construction for the boilers and have comparable water reservoir capacities.

Features Comparison

When considering key features, the Lelit Bianca V3 boasts several advanced options, such as flow control, dual PID control, and concurrent brew steam, in addition to standard features like auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauges, and a steam wand. The Profitec Pro 500 shares many similar features, including auto shutoff, PID control, and a solenoid valve, but does not include flow control or dual PID control. Both machines offer pre-infusion, hot water access, and no-burn steam wands, ensuring they cater to customer needs effectively. Overall, while both machines offer a robust set of features, the Lelit Bianca V3 leans towards offering more advanced controls for skilled users.

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