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	Decent	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$3599	$7900
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Custom Heating Element	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	< 5 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The DE1 PRO pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Custom Heating Element machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 1.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2 L - Convertable	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Brass
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	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	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	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.2 kg	33 kg
Material
Material	Brushed Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Decent DE1 PRO, is priced at $3,599 and is categorized as a semi-automatic espresso machine suitable for advanced users. In contrast, Machine 2, the La Marzocco GS3 MP, comes with a higher price tag of $7,900 and is also aimed at advanced espresso enthusiasts. Both machines offer a level of sophistication that appeals to skilled baristas and serious home users who are looking to elevate their espresso-making capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Decent DE1 PRO features a custom PID controlled group with a primary heating element that is a custom heating element, and it has a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The La Marzocco GS3 MP, on the other hand, employs a saturated group type with a dual boiler heating system, but has a longer heat-up time of 30 minutes or more. Both machines have a water source that is convertible and have a portafilter size of 58mm, accommodating standard espresso accessories. Additionally, the steam boiler capacity for the GS3 MP is significantly higher at 3.5 liters compared to the DE1 PRO, which does not specify its steam boiler capacity.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Decent DE1 PRO include auto shutoff, PID control for precise temperature management, pre-infusion, shot timer, and smart connectivity. The La Marzocco GS3 MP shares many of these features, but it also offers concurrent brew and steam capabilities, an over-pressure valve, and a rotary pump. Both machines come equipped with boiler and steam pressure gauges, flow control, and have no-burn steam wands for safety. Overall, while they share several features, the GS3 MP provides additional functionality suitable for a commercial or serious home environment.

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