Compare Machines


	ACS	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$1899	$7500
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	Toggle Switch	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.8L	Brew: 1.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2.3L	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.6 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	Brass
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	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	Yes
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	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	22.2 kg	33 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The La Marzocco GS3 AV is a high-end espresso machine priced at $7,500 and is designed for advanced users, while the ACS Minima offers a more accessible price point of $1,899 and targets intermediate users. Both machines are semi-automatic, contributing to a hands-on brewing experience. The La Marzocco is well-known for its premium build quality and performance, while ACS also provides excellent features suited for many home baristas.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the La Marzocco GS3 AV has a button activation and features a dual boiler system with a 1.3-liter brew boiler, brass brew group, and a heat-up time of over 30 minutes. In contrast, the ACS Minima uses a toggle switch for activation, has a smaller 0.8-liter brew boiler, a chrome-plated brass brew group, primary heating element of dual boiler technology, and a significantly shorter heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. Additionally, the GS3 AV has a larger steam boiler capacity of 3.5 liters, compared to the Minima's 2.3 liters, and utilizes a rotary pump versus the Minima's vibration pump.

Features Comparison

Both machines come equipped with various features to enhance the brewing experience. The La Marzocco GS3 AV includes auto shutoff, PID control, pre-infusion, and features such as concurrent brew and steam capability. The ACS Minima, while lacking an auto shutoff and steam pressure gauge, still offers PID degree control, a shot timer, and smart connectivity features but doesn't include pre-infusion. Both machines feature a steam wand and overpressure valve, highlighting their capabilities in producing high-quality espresso.

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