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	Profitec	Olympia Express
MSRP
MSRP	$3049	$3800
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	Single 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	30+ Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 800 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 1.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 3.5L	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	3.5 L - Convertable	1.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Stainless Steel	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	No
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	Yes	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	No
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	35.5 kg	10.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Painted Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 800 and Olympia Express Cremina are both advanced semi-automatic espresso machines. The Pro 800 is priced at approximately $3,049, making it a more economical option compared to the Cremina, which retails for about $3,800. Both machines cater to advanced users, suggesting that they are designed for those who have experience in making espresso and seek a more hands-on brewing process. Each machine carries its own brand legacy, with Profitec known for reliability and innovation, while Olympia Express has a reputation for artisanal craftsmanship.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 800 utilizes a heat exchanger configuration with a copper boiler, while the Olympia Cremina employs a single boiler made of stainless steel. The Pro 800 has a group type categorized as a Sprung Lever and requires a heat-up time exceeding 30 minutes, in contrast to the Cremina's mechanical piston and a much shorter heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. The water reservoir capacity for the Pro 800 is 3.5 liters, compared to Cremina's 1.8 liters, which may affect the frequency of refills. Both machines feature a vibration pump and utilize a 58 mm portafilter.

Features Comparison

When examining their features, the Profitec Pro 800 comes equipped with advanced functionalities such as PID control, pre-infusion, concurrent brew and steam capability, and a steam pressure gauge. In contrast, the Olympia Cremina lacks some of these features, such as PID control and auto shutoff, but still includes pre-infusion and a steam wand. Notably, the Pro 800 has a no-burn wand for safety, while the Cremina does not. Both machines have flow control and an over-pressure valve, ensuring a quality espresso extraction, even if the Cremina is less feature-rich overall.

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