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	Lelit	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1099	$1599
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 400 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.3L	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	2.5 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	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	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	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	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	9.2 kg	21.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 400 is priced at $1599 and is classified as an intermediate skill level machine, while the Lelit Victoria comes in at $1099 and is designed for beginners. Both are semi-automatic machines, but the price difference highlights the Pro 400's positioning as a more advanced option. This reflects in the brands' target audiences, where Profitec caters to more experienced users, while Lelit suits those just starting out in the espresso-making journey. The choice between these two machines could significantly impact the user experience based on skill level.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 400 uses a lever activation and features a heat exchanger with a stainless steel boiler, while the Lelit Victoria employs button activation with a single brass boiler. The Pro 400 has a brew group type of E61 and a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes, while the Victoria utilizes the Lelit58 group and shares the same heat-up time. Both machines have a water reservoir, with the Pro 400 capacity at 2.8 liters compared to the Victoria's 2.5 liters. Each machine also features a vibration pump for consistent pressure during extraction.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, both machines include auto shutoff, a boiler pressure gauge, pre-infusion, and solenoid valves. The Pro 400 offers steam pressure gauge, concurrent brew and steam capabilities, and is equipped with PID control but lacks a shot timer. In contrast, the Victoria does not include a steam pressure gauge or concurrent brew and steam, but it offers PID temperature control with degree settings and a shot timer, enhancing brewing accuracy. Additionally, the Profitec Pro 400 provides a no-burn steam wand, while the Lelit Victoria has a standard steam wand without this feature.

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