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	Bezzera	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$2199	$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 Aria PID (Flow Control) 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: 1.5L	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.9 L - Convertable	3 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	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	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	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	24 kg	24 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 600 and Bezzera Aria PID are both semi-automatic espresso machines aimed at intermediate users. The Pro 600 is priced at $2399, while the Aria PID is slightly more affordable at $2199. Both brands are recognized in the espresso community, catering to enthusiasts and those looking to enhance their coffee-making skills. Despite their similar skill level, the price difference might influence a buyer's decision.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 600 features a dual boiler system utilizing stainless steel for its boiler material, with a brew boiler capacity of 0.75 liters and a heat-up time ranging from 15 to 30 minutes. Conversely, the Bezzera Aria PID operates with a heat exchanger and a copper boiler, has no brew boiler capacity, and a quicker heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. Both machines activate with a lever and utilize an E61 brew group along with a vibration pump. The Aria PID has a steam boiler capacity of 1.5 liters, while the Pro 600 holds a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, the Profitec Pro 600 includes auto shutoff, PID control with dual precision, pre-infusion, and a shot timer among its attributes. In comparison, the Bezzera Aria PID boasts flow control, which allows for greater customization in brewing, along with similar PID controls and pre-infusion capabilities. While both machines provide a steam wand and over-pressure valve, the Pro 600 has a no-burn wand and offers auto shutoff, features that the Aria PID lacks. Overall, both machines present strong offerings, but cater to slightly different user preferences with their respective capabilities.

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