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	Decent	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$3599	$3900
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	15-30 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: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2 L - Convertable	1.6 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	Yes	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	No
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	19 kg
Material
Material	Brushed Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Decent DE1 PRO from Decent is priced at $3,599 and is classified as a semi-automatic espresso machine designed for advanced users. In comparison, the La Marzocco Linea Micra has a slightly higher MSRP of $3,900, also targeting advanced baristas with its semi-automatic functionality. Both machines cater to skilled operators, emphasizing precision and control over the brewing process.

Brewing Comparison

For brewing information, the Decent DE1 PRO activates via a touch screen and heats up in less than 5 minutes, utilizing a custom PID-controlled group and a custom heating element. Conversely, the La Marzocco Linea Micra relies on a paddle activation system and has a longer heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, featuring a dual boiler for enhanced temperature stability. Both machines have a portafilter size of 58mm, but the DE1 PRO utilizes a vibration pump, while the Linea Micra employs a rotary pump for consistent pressure during brewing. Additionally, both machines have convertible water sources and brew boiler capacities without specific measurements listed for the DE1 PRO.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, both machines include an auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, steam pressure gauge, hot water functionality, and pre-infusion capabilities. The Decent DE1 PRO excels in flow control and shot timing but lacks concurrent brew and steam capabilities, whereas the La Marzocco Linea Micra offers concurrent brewing and steaming but does not include flow control or a shot timer. Both machines come equipped with steam wands featuring no-burn technology, ensuring safety during operation. Notably, the Linea Micra includes an over-pressure valve, a feature absent in the DE1 PRO, while both machines feature smart connectivity.

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