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	Profitec	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1849	$2099
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Dual Boiler	Heat Exchanger
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	15-30 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 500 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.4L	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 0.8L	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.8 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Eco Brass	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	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	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	No	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	18 kg	23.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 300 and Pro 500 are both semi-automatic espresso machines designed for intermediate skill levels. The Pro 300 is priced at $1,849, while the Pro 500 has a higher price point of $2,099. Both brands belong to Profitec, known for their high-quality espresso equipment. The difference in MSRP may reflect additional features or materials used in the Pro 500.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 300 uses a toggle switch for activation and features a dual boiler heating element with a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. The brew group is made from chrome-plated brass, and the steam boiler capacity is 0.8 liters. Conversely, the Pro 500 operates with a lever activation and employs a heat exchanger system, similarly offering a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. Its steam boiler capacity is larger at 2 liters, which can be advantageous for steaming milk.

Features Comparison

When considering features, both machines come equipped with auto shutoff and steam pressure gauges. The Pro 300 includes PID control, a shot timer, and does not support pre-infusion, while the Pro 500 adds pre-infusion capability and also features PID control. Both models have a solenoid valve, steam wand, and no-burn wand, as well as hot water functionality, making them versatile for various brewing techniques. The Pro 500 showcases slightly more advanced features, which may justify the higher price point.

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