Compare Machines


	Lucca	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$2295	$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	53 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibratory	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.45L	Brew: 1.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.2L	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.4 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Nickel Plated Brass	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	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	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	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	28.1 kg	33 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the La Marzocco GS3 AV, is priced at $7,500 and is intended for advanced users, while Machine 2, the Lucca A53 Mini V2, has a much lower MSRP of $2,295 and caters to an intermediate skill level. Both machines are semi-automatic, signaling a degree of user control over the brewing process. Their pricing reflects their respective target markets, with Machine 1 being a premium offering.

Brewing Comparison

Regarding brewing specifications, the La Marzocco GS3 AV features a dual boiler with a 1.3-liter brew boiler capacity and 3.5-liter steam boiler capacity, while the Lucca A53 Mini V2 has a smaller brew boiler capacity of 0.45 liters and a steam boiler capacity of 1.2 liters. Machine 1's group type is saturated, providing consistent temperature control; Machine 2 uses a semi-saturated group type. Additionally, the La Marzocco's heat-up time exceeds 30 minutes, whereas the Lucca heats up much quicker, taking only 5-15 minutes.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the GS3 AV boasts a comprehensive set, including dual PID control, pre-infusion, smart connectivity, and a shot timer, positioning it as a highly customizable espresso machine. The Lucca A53 Mini V2 includes PID control and pre-infusion as well but lacks features like auto shutoff and a shot timer. Both machines provide essential gauges, hot water functionality, and steam wands, but the presence of additional smart features in the GS3 AV caters to more tech-savvy users.

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