Profitec
Pro 400
A compact HX that trades E61 for simplicity
4.3
By Sarah Whitfield
- Category
- Espresso Machines
- Brand
- Profitec
- Price
- $1699.00
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5
The Pro 400 swaps the E61 for a ring brew group in a smaller footprint. You lose the temperature-modulating charm of the E61, but you gain a simpler, lighter, more apartment-friendly machine. Three selectable boiler presets plus pre-infusion give you more flexibility than you'd expect at the price. A smart option when counter space is at a premium.
What we liked and didn't
Pros
- Compact footprint ideal for small kitchens
- Three selectable boiler temperatures
- Profitec reliability at HX price
Cons
- Ring group lacks E61 thermal flywheel
- No PID - presets instead of fine control
