Profitec Pro 300 vs De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro
Quick take: The De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro has a built-in grinder; the De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro heats up faster (20 seconds).
| Spec | Profitec Pro 300 | De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Rating | 4.6★ (900) | 3.8★ (122) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Dual Boiler | Thermoblock |
| Built-in grinder | No | Yes |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 19 bar |
| Water capacity | 75 oz | 84.5 oz |
| Warm-up time | 15 minutes | 20 seconds |
| Steam wand | Commercial Manual | Manual + Automatic Carafe |
| Basket type | Unpressurized Only | Unpressurized |
| Best for | Enthusiasts | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 10.2 x 16.1 x 15.4 in | 16.5 x 14.5 x 18.3 in |
| Weight | 44 lbs | 35.3 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
Profitec Pro 300
- ✓Dual boiler at a reasonable price
- ✓PID on both boilers
- ✓Excellent build quality
- ✓Compact for dual boiler
- ✗No built-in grinder
- ✗Heavy
- ✗Less well-known brand
- ✗Basic appearance
De'Longhi La Specialista Maestro
- ✓Dual thermoblocks let you pull shots while steaming milk
- ✓Pick LatteCrema one-touch carafe or the manual latte-art wand
- ✓Ready in under 20 seconds with PID temperature stability
- ✓Huge 84.5 oz tank and 8 one-touch recipes including cold brew
- ✗3.8 rating - some owners report reliability issues
- ✗Costs nearly double the Arte Evo for the same 51mm portafilter
- ✗Big 18-inch-tall, 35 lb build dominates the counter
- ✗Automation layers can frustrate purists who want full control