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	ACS	Olympia Express
MSRP
MSRP	$1899	$3800
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Dual Boiler	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.8L	Brew: 1.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2.3L	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.6 L - Reservoir	1.8 L - Reservoir
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	No
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	No
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	22.2 kg	10.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Painted Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Olympia Express Cremina is a high-end semi-automatic espresso machine priced at approximately $3,800, targeting advanced users who appreciate a traditional brewing experience. In contrast, the ACS Minima is offered at a more accessible price of around $1,899, designed for intermediate users looking for a balance between performance and usability. Both machines are semi-automatic, but their skill level and pricing cater to different segments of espresso enthusiasts.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Olympia Express Cremina operates using a lever activation method and features a single boiler system with a brew boiler capacity of 1.3 liters. It has a mechanical piston, saturated group type, and a heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. The ACS Minima, on the other hand, uses a toggle switch for activation and has a dual boiler setup with a smaller brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters, also taking 5 to 15 minutes to heat up. Both machines share a similar portafilter size of 58mm and utilize a vibration pump type for brewing.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Olympia Express Cremina is equipped with a pre-infusion feature, steam pressure gauge, and flow control, but lacks auto shutoff and boiler pressure gauge functionality. The ACS Minima, however, includes a PID control system, hot water functionality, and a shot timer, alongside a steam wand, making it more versatile for users who may want precise control over their brewing conditions. Additionally, both machines come with an over-pressure valve, ensuring consistent espresso quality during extraction.

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