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	Breville	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$499.95	$1599
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Bambino Plus pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Pro 400 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	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	No
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	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	5.4 kg	21.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Profitec Pro 400, is priced at $1599 and is suitable for intermediate users, making it a more premium option aimed at those with some experience in espresso making. In comparison, Machine 2, the Breville Bambino Plus, is more budget-friendly at $499.95 and caters to beginners, which may be appealing for those just starting their espresso journey.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 400 utilizes a lever activation method and features a heat exchanger as its primary heating element. It includes a robust E61 group type and has a heat-up time that ranges from 5 to 15 minutes. Conversely, the Breville Bambino Plus operates with a button activation and utilizes a thermoblock heating element with a much faster heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, making it quite user-friendly for those in a hurry.

Features Comparison

When examining the features of both machines, the Profitec Pro 400 is equipped with essential gauges for boiler and steam pressure, pre-infusion capabilities, and a steam wand designed for no burns. Additionally, it allows for concurrent brewing and steaming. Meanwhile, the Breville Bambino Plus, while lacking some gauges and features such as hot water availability, also includes a steam wand and pre-infusion capability, making it a simpler machine for beginners without compromising too much on functionality.

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