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	Profitec	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1599	$2399
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
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	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 400 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.75L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.6L	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.8 L - Reservoir	3 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	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	No	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	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	21.5 kg	24 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 400 is priced at $1599, while the Profitec Pro 600 is at a higher price point of $2399. Both machines are semi-automatic and cater to an intermediate skill level. This suggests that users have some experience and knowledge about espresso preparation. The Profitec brand is consistent across both machines, highlighting a focus on quality and performance.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a lever activation method and feature E61 group types with Chrome Plated Brass materials. The Pro 400 employs a heat exchanger system, boasting a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes, while the Pro 600 utilizes a dual boiler system with a longer heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. The brew boiler capacity of the Pro 400 is not specified, whereas the Pro 600 has a capacity of 0.75 liters. Additionally, their water reservoir capacities differ, with the Pro 400 holding 2.8 liters compared to the Pro 600's 3 liters.

Features Comparison

Both machines offer various features aimed at enhancing user experience, including auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauges, and steam pressure gauges. They both support concurrent brewing and steaming, which is beneficial for efficiency. The Pro 600 stands out with added features like PID degree control and a shot timer. Overall, while there are similarities in design and functionality, the Pro 600 offers more advanced features suited for users looking for greater precision.

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