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	Breville	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$2799.95	$5900
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Dual Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Touch Screen	Paddle
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Oracle Touch pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Dual Boiler machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.2L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.8L	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	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	Yes	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	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	15.4 kg	32 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Oracle Touch, priced at $2,799.95, is designed for intermediate users, while the La Marzocco Linea Mini is aimed at advanced users and comes with a higher price tag of $5,900. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, but their target skill levels and prices reflect their respective positions in the market. Breville focuses on accessibility for those with some espresso experience, while La Marzocco caters to seasoned coffee enthusiasts willing to invest significantly more.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing capabilities, the Breville Oracle Touch features a touch screen activation and utilizes a dual boiler system with a steam boiler capacity of 1.8 liters and a water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters, taking 15-30 minutes to heat up. In comparison, the La Marzocco Linea Mini also employs a dual boiler system but is activated with a paddle and has a steam boiler capacity of 3.5 liters, along with a 2-liter water reservoir, requiring a similar heating time of 15-30 minutes. Both machines feature a 58mm portafilter, but the pump types differ, with the Breville using a vibration pump and the La Marzocco utilizing a rotary pump.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Breville Oracle Touch includes an integrated grinder, PID control, pre-infusion, and a shot timer, which can facilitate a more user-friendly experience. Meanwhile, the La Marzocco Linea Mini offers a boiler pressure gauge, steam pressure gauge, and smart connectivity, alongside crucial safety features like an over-pressure valve. Both machines are equipped to perform concurrent brewing and steaming, emphasizing their designed efficiency and quality in coffee preparation. While there are overlaps in functionality, the individual features cater to different preferences and expertise levels among espresso enthusiasts.

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