Kees van der Westen Speedster vs Profitec Drive
Technical comparison · Dual boiler
The comparison between Kees van der Westen Speedster and Profitec Drive analyzes two dual boiler machines with rotary pumps aimed at the professional category. Kees van der Westen Speedster falls in an estimated price range of 11000–25000€, whereas Profitec Drive falls in an estimated price range of 2200–5000€. The investment difference of approximately five times highlights divergent use profiles.
| Parameter |
Speedster
Kees van der Westen
F5 · Professional
|
Drive
Profitec
F5 · Professional
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | — | 2022 |
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F5 — Professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~11000–25000 € | ~2200–5000 € |
| Price updated on | 09/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 34 × 48.5 × 42 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 45 kg | 31 kg |
| Power (W) | — | 1600 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Boiler architecture | Dual boiler | Dual boiler |
| Portafilter diameter (mm) | — | 58 mm mm |
| PID control | Yes | Yes |
| Brew pressure (bar) | 9 bar | — |
| Pump type | Rotary | Rotary |
| Pre-infusion | Passive spring | Programmable |
| 3-way solenoid valve | Yes | — |
| Group head type | Saturated group | E61 |
| Boiler material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Water tank capacity (l) | — | 2.8 l |
| Steam wand | Manual steam wand | — |
| Plumbable | Yes | Yes |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Flow control | — | Yes |
The differences that matter
- Brewing group: Kees van der Westen Speedster uses a saturated group, while Profitec Drive features an E61 group with flow control.
- Pre-infusion: the Speedster adopts a passive spring mechanics, versus the programmable system of the Drive.
- Water supply: Profitec Drive has a 2.8-liter tank; the tank capacity data for the Speedster is not available.
- Weight: the Speedster weighs 45 kg, making it heavier than the Drive (31 kg).
Which one to choose
Choose Speedster if…
The choice of the Kees van der Westen Speedster is justified by the need for a saturated group combined with a passive spring pre-infusion system. The machine weighs 45 kg, 14 kg more than the Profitec Drive. The device features a three-way valve and operates at a voltage of 220 V.
Choose Drive if…
Profitec Drive is the indicated choice for users who intend to vary the extraction profile through the integrated flow control on the E61 group and programmable pre-infusion. The presence of a 2.8-liter tank allows for operation without a direct water connection, housed in a 31 kg structure with a power consumption of 1600 W.
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