Profitec DRIVE Espresso Machine: Price, Specs and Position
Profitec lists this semi machine at $3,499 — above
the $2,145 dataset median, and +95% versus the semi median.
Verdict
At $3,499 it sits in the top quartile of the semi category. It publishes 3 of the four
fields we track.
Specifications
| Field | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Type | semi | retailer product type |
| Price | $3,499 | retailer feed |
| Portafilter | 58 mm | spec section |
| Wattage | 1200 W | spec section |
| Boiler volume | 0.75 L | spec section |
| Boiler type | not published | — |
Where it sits in its category
The semi group runs from $100 to $23,265 with a median of $1,793. This machine is
+95% from that median, in the top quartile.
Similar machines by price
| Model | Brand | Price | vs this |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkel Tide Espresso Machine | Arkel | $3,499 | +0% |
| LUCCA A53 Pro Espresso Machine | LUCCA | $3,495 | -0% |
| Bezzera DUO DE Espresso Machine | Bezzera | $3,449 | -1% |
| Crem EX2 Control 2 Group Espresso Machine – Li | Crem / Expobar | $3,550 | +1% |
| Rocket Espresso Mozzafiato Cronometro R Espres | Rocket Espresso | $3,550 | +1% |
Same-brand alternatives
| Model | Price | vs this |
|---|---|---|
| Profitec PRO 800 Espresso Machine | $3,477 | -1% |
| Profitec Pro 800 Lever Espresso Machine | $3,299 | -6% |
| Profitec Pro 700 “Drive” Dual Boiler Espresso | $3,136 | -10% |
Spec disclosure in this category
Across 562 semi machines the average listing publishes 0.6 of four tracked fields; this one
publishes 3.
What to check before buying
- Boiler type from the manufacturer. Retailer summaries mislabel heat exchangers as dual boilers.
- Pump and gasket part numbers. If the dealer cannot supply them, the machine is disposable.
- Portafilter size. Outside 58 mm the accessory market thins out quickly.
FAQ
Is the Profitec DRIVE Espresso Machine good value?
Against the semi median of $1,793 it is +95%. Value depends more on boiler class
and parts support than on the sticker.
Which specs are missing?
Missing: Boiler type. They are left blank rather than estimated.
What should I compare it against?
Other semi machines within ±15% of the price — the table above is that set.