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	Lelit	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1699.95	$2979
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
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	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Mara X 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: 1.8L	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	2.8 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	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	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	19 kg	31 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 700 is a semi-automatic espresso machine priced at $2979 and is targeted toward advanced users. In contrast, the Lelit Mara X, also a semi-automatic machine, is available for $1699.95 and is designed for intermediate skill levels. This discrepancy in price and intended user experience highlights the Profitec’s position as a more premium offering in the espresso machine market.

Brewing Comparison

When examining brewing information, both machines activate via a lever and utilize stainless steel for their boiler materials. The Profitec Pro 700 features a dual boiler system with a brew boiler capacity of 0.75 liters and a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters, whereas the Lelit Mara X employs a heat exchanger, with a steam boiler capacity of 1.8 liters. The heat-up time for the Profitec is over 30 minutes, while the Lelit ranges from 15 to 30 minutes, making the latter quicker to prepare for use. Both machines feature an E61 group type and have a 58 mm portafilter size, indicating compatibility with standard espresso accessories.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, both machines come with auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauges, steam pressure gauges, and allow for concurrent brewing and steaming. They both include pre-infusion capabilities; however, the Profitec Pro 700 boasts more advanced PID temperature control with dual PID capability, providing finer control of brewing temperatures. While neither machine includes an integrated grinder, they both offer hot water functions, solenoid valves, and steam wands with no-burn design. Overall, the Profitec includes additional features that may appeal to high-end users, while the Lelit provides solid functionality at a lower price point.

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