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	Breville	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$1099.95	$5900
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Touch Screen	Paddle
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Touch pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.2L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	Yes	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	10.4 kg	32 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Touch is priced at $1,099.95 and is designed for beginners, making it an accessible choice for those new to espresso making. In contrast, the La Marzocco Linea Mini is significantly more expensive at $5,900 and targets advanced users, emphasizing a higher skill level for optimal use. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category, but their intended user base and price points highlight a distinct difference in market positioning.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing information, the Breville Barista Touch features a thermoblock heating element with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, which is advantageous for quick use. It employs a vibration pump and includes a 1.9-liter water reservoir. On the other hand, the La Marzocco Linea Mini utilizes a dual boiler system, has a longer heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, and operates with a rotary pump coupled with a 2-liter water reservoir. This suggests that while the Breville is more suited for immediate brewing, the La Marzocco offers enhanced capabilities for those willing to wait.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Breville Barista Touch offers an integrated grinder, PID control, pre-infusion, and has a no-burn steam wand, but lacks advanced gauges and smart connectivity. Meanwhile, the La Marzocco Linea Mini comes equipped with both boiler and steam pressure gauges, dual PID control, and smart connectivity, along with pre-infusion and a solenoid valve. The presence of these advanced features in the La Marzocco makes it better suited for serious espresso enthusiasts who value precision and control in their brewing process.

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