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	Profitec	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$3049	$3299
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	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	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: 0.75L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 3.5L	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	3.5 L - Convertable	3 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Stainless Steel	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	Yes	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	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	35.5 kg	32.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Profitec Pro 800 and Profitec Drive are both high-end semi-automatic espresso machines designed for advanced users. The Pro 800 has a retail price of $3,049, while the Drive is slightly higher at $3,299. Both machines are crafted by the reputable brand Profitec, catering to enthusiasts who seek professional-quality espresso at home. The advanced skill level required for operating these machines emphasizes their complexity and capability.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 800 employs a lever activation system with a heat exchanger as its primary heating element, and it takes over 30 minutes to heat up. Conversely, the Profitec Drive also utilizes lever activation but incorporates a dual boiler system, significantly enhancing heat-up time to between 5 to 15 minutes. The Pro 800 features a copper boiler and sprung lever group type, while the Drive employs stainless steel and an E61 group type, both supporting a portafilter size of 58 mm. Both machines offer a convertible water source, although the Pro 800 has a slightly larger steam boiler capacity of 3.5 liters compared to the Drive's 2 liters.

Features Comparison

When examining key features, the Profitec Pro 800 includes a steam pressure gauge, PID control, pre-infusion, and an over-pressure valve, but lacks a boiler pressure gauge. The Profitec Drive, however, boasts a more advanced dual PID control, integrated rapid heat-up mode, and programmable scheduling, in addition to similar features like pre-infusion and shot timers. Both machines lack an integrated grinder and smart connectivity, but they support concurrent brewing and steaming with steam wands designed to prevent burns. Overall, the Profitec Drive includes more modern features, enhancing its functionality over the Pro 800.

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