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	Breville	Lucca
MSRP
MSRP	$499.95	$2595
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	53 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Duo Temp Pro pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.45L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.8 L - Reservoir	2.4 L - Direct Connect
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Nickel Plated Brass
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	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	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	No	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	No	No
Weight
Weight	8.6 kg	28 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Duo Temp Pro is a beginner-friendly semi-automatic espresso machine priced at $499.95, making it an accessible choice for newcomers to espresso-making. In contrast, the Lucca A53 Direct Plumb targets advanced users with a higher price of $2595, indicating a more complex machine that likely includes features appealing to experienced baristas. Both brands offer stainless steel construction, which adds durability and a professional look to each machine.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Duo Temp Pro activates via button, uses a thermoblock heating element, and features a water reservoir capacity of 1.8 liters with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. On the other hand, the Lucca A53 Direct Plumb also operates on a button activation, but it utilizes a dual boiler system with a nickel-plated brass boiler material, a larger water reservoir of 2.4 liters, and a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. The group type differs as well, with the Lucca using a saturated group, while the details for the Breville's group type remain unspecified. Notably, the Lucca has a rotary pump compared to the Breville's vibration pump, which could affect performance and pressure consistency.

Features Comparison

When examining the features, the Breville Duo Temp Pro lacks several advanced features but includes pre-infusion and a steam wand. In contrast, the Lucca A53 Direct Plumb is equipped with numerous advanced functionalities such as auto shutoff, boiler and steam pressure gauges, concurrent brew steam, PID control, and a no-burn steam wand, making it highly versatile for skilled users. Furthermore, the Lucca also offers smart connectivity and an overpressure valve, emphasizing its advanced technological capabilities. Overall, the duo stands in stark contrast, catering to vastly different user experiences based on skill and price point.

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