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	Profitec	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1059	$2099
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	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 500 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.4L	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.8 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Eco Brass	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	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	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	Yes
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	12.9 kg	23.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 500 and Profitec Go are both semi-automatic espresso machines from the same brand, but they cater to different skill levels and price points. The Pro 500 is priced at $1999 and is designed for intermediate users, offering a more advanced brewing experience. In contrast, the Profitec Go is significantly more affordable at $1059 and targeted towards beginners. This pricing and skill level discrepancy makes each machine suitable for different types of users in the espresso-making community.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 500 activates through a lever mechanism and features a heat exchanger as its primary heating element. It requires a heat-up time of approximately 15-30 minutes and has a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters. The Profitec Go, on the other hand, activates via buttons and employs a single boiler, heating up in a much shorter timeframe of 5-15 minutes, with its boiler capacity being 0.4 liters. Both machines have a chrome-plated brass brew group and utilize a vibration pump type for operation.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, both espresso machines share some similarities and differences. Both come with an auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, PID control, shot timer, and solenoid valve. However, the Pro 500 offers additional features such as a steam pressure gauge, concurrent brewing and steaming capabilities, and pre-infusion functionality, which are not present in the Profitec Go. The Go lacks some advanced features like hot water dispense and steam pressure gauge but is still equipped with essential functionalities like a steam wand and a no-burn wand, making it a strong choice for newcomers to espresso.

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