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	Rancilio	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$900	$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	Rocker Switch	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	2.2 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	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	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	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	21.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 400, priced at $1599, is targeted towards intermediate users seeking a semi-automatic espresso machine. In contrast, the Rancilio Silvia M is priced more affordably at $900 and is designed for beginners. Both machines offer semi-automatic operation but differ significantly in their skill level requirements and price points.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 400 uses a lever activation method with a heat exchanger as its primary heating element, offering a heat-up time between 5 to 15 minutes. It features a group type of E61, a chrome-plated brass brew group material, and has a steam boiler capacity of 1.6 liters. On the other hand, the Rancilio Silvia M activates via a rocker switch, employs a single boiler heating element, and also has a heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. It has a smaller steam boiler capacity of 0 liters while utilizing a ring group type and chrome-plated brass brew group material.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, the Profitec Pro 400 includes automatic shutoff, boiler pressure gauges, concurrent brew steam capability, and pre-infusion, making it suitable for users who appreciate precise control during brewing. However, it does not feature flow control or an integrated grinder. Conversely, the Rancilio Silvia M lacks the automatic shutoff and pressure gauges but does provide a hot water feature along with a steam wand. It does have a solenoid valve and over-pressure valve but does not include PID control or pre-infusion capabilities.

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