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	Bezzera	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$1839	$2199
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Magica PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Aria PID (Flow Control) pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2L	Steam: 1.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	4 L - Reservoir	2.9 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	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	28.1 kg	24 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both espresso machines, the Bezzera Aria PID and Bezzera Magica PID, are semi-automatic models targeted at intermediate skill levels. The Bezzera Aria PID has a MSRP of $2199, while the Bezzera Magica PID is priced at $1839, making it the more affordable option. Both machines are manufactured by the reputable brand Bezzera, known for its quality espresso equipment.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a lever activation system and feature chrome-plated brass brew groups with E61 group types. They both have copper boiler materials and heat exchangers for their primary heating elements. The Bezzera Aria PID has a steam boiler capacity of 1.5 liters and a water reservoir capacity of 2.9 liters, whereas the Bezzera Magica PID boasts larger capacities of 2 liters for the steam boiler and 4 liters for the water reservoir. The heat-up time for both machines is within the range of 5 to 15 minutes.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Bezzera Aria PID includes attributes such as flow control, PID control with degree precision, pre-infusion, and a shot timer. In contrast, the Bezzera Magica PID has an auto shutoff feature but lacks flow control and a shot timer. Both machines are equipped with boiler and steam pressure gauges, the ability for concurrent brewing and steaming, and include a steam wand. However, neither machine has an integrated grinder or smart connectivity, aligning with their intermediate-focused design.

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