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	Ascaso	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1725	$2979
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Steel Duo PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.75L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.8 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	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	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	15 kg	31 kg
Material
Material	Carbon, Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Profitec Pro 700, is priced at $2,979 and is categorized as a semi-automatic machine meant for advanced users. In contrast, Machine 2, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID, has a lower price point of $1,725 and is suitable for intermediate skill levels. Both machines are from reputable brands, with Profitec being known for high-end home espresso machines, while Ascaso offers reliable, performance-oriented models.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 700 features a lever activation system with a dual boiler setup, allowing a heat-up time of over 30 minutes, while the brew boiler capacity is 0.75 liters. On the other hand, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID uses a toggle switch for activation, comes with a Thermoblock heating element, and boasts a rapid heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The group type for the Profitec is E61 with a chrome-plated brass material, while the Ascaso utilizes a ring group type without specified brew group material. Both machines have a 58mm portafilter, but the steam boiler capacity in the Ascaso machine is not specified.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Profitec Pro 700 include a PID temperature control, dual PID control, shot timer, steam pressure gauge, and the capability for concurrent brewing and steaming, complemented by safety features such as an auto shutoff and overpressure valve. The Ascaso Steel Duo PID shares some similarities, offering PID control, pre-infusion, and an auto shutoff feature, but lacks a steam pressure gauge. Both machines include solenoid valves, steam wands (with no-burn designs), and are equipped for hot water production. While drawing from similar advanced technology, the selection of features indicates that the Profitec machine caters more to advanced users through its extensive capabilities.

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