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	Profitec	Rancilio
MSRP
MSRP	$1599	$1940
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	Rocker Switch
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: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.6L	Steam: 1L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.8 L - Reservoir	2 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Brass
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	No
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	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	21.5 kg	20 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 400 and Rancilio Silvia Pro X are both semi-automatic espresso machines designed for intermediate users. The Profitec Pro 400 is priced at $1599, making it the more affordable option compared to the Rancilio Silvia Pro X, which retails for $1940. Both machines are well-constructed with stainless steel bodies and are suitable for those who have some experience in espresso preparation.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 400 features a heat exchanger boiler and utilizes a lever activation system, while the Rancilio Silvia Pro X operates on a dual boiler system with a rocker switch activation. The heat-up time for both machines ranges between 5 to 15 minutes. The group type for the Profitec Pro 400 is E61, known for its thermal stability, while the Silvia Pro X has a saturated group type, also promoting consistent brewing temperature. Both machines utilize vibration pumps, but they differ slightly in boiler capacities—with the Silvia Pro X having a smaller steam boiler capacity of 1.0 liter compared to the 1.6 liters in the Pro 400.

Features Comparison

The key features of the Profitec Pro 400 include dual PID control, pre-infusion capabilities, and an auto shutoff function, enhancing user control over brewing conditions. On the other hand, the Rancilio Silvia Pro X provides advanced features such as PID degree control, a shot timer, and concurrent brew steam capabilities. Both machines have solenoid valves, steam wands, and no-burn wands. However, the Silvia Pro X lacks steam pressure gauge visibility, which could affect user feedback on steaming performance compared to the Profitec Pro 400.

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