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	Profitec	ECM
MSRP
MSRP	$2399	$3249
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Dual Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.75L	Brew: 0.7L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2L	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	3 L - Reservoir	3 L - Convertable
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	Yes	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	24 kg	36.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 600 is positioned at a price point of $2399 and is aimed at intermediate skill level users, while the ECM Synchronika is more expensive at $3249 and caters to an advanced skill level audience. Both machines are labeled as semi-automatic, indicating that they require some user involvement in the brewing process. The difference in price reflects the additional features and capabilities offered by the ECM model.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines use a lever activation method and are constructed with stainless steel boilers. The Profitec Pro 600 has a brew boiler capacity of 0.75 liters and a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters, while the ECM Synchronika offers slightly less with a brew boiler capacity of 0.7 liters, yet it also features a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters. Both machines utilize the E61 group type and have a heat-up time ranging from 15 to 30 minutes, making them comparable in this aspect.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, both machines are equipped with auto shutoff, brew pressure gauges, and steam pressure gauges. They also feature concurrent brew and steam capabilities, pre-infusion, shot timers, solenoid valves, and steam wands with no-burn technology. Notably, both machines do not include integrated grinders and lack smart connectivity features. The Profitec Pro 600 and ECM Synchronika share many similarities in features, but their differences may appeal to specific user preferences and brewing needs.

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