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	Ascaso	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$1999	$7900
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	Button	Paddle
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	30+ Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Baby Bar One pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Dual Boiler machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 1.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 4L	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	5 L - Convertable	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	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	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	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	35.5 kg	33 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The La Marzocco GS3 MP is a high-end espresso machine retailing at $7900 and designed for advanced users. In contrast, the Ascaso Baby Bar One is priced significantly lower at $1999 and caters to intermediate users. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, allowing for manual control over the brewing process yet differing in their target skill levels. The price differential indicates a notable distinction in features and capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing information, both machines use stainless steel for their boilers and have a saturated group type made of brass. The GS3 MP activates via a paddle mechanism, while the Baby Bar One uses a button activation. They both feature dual boilers, but the GS3 MP has a brew boiler capacity of 1.3 liters compared to none indicated for the Baby Bar One. Both machines have a heat-up time of 30+, and while the GS3 MP has a pump type that operates on a rotary basis, the Baby Bar One utilizes a vibration pump.

Features Comparison

In terms of key features, the GS3 MP is equipped with advanced options such as auto shutoff, dual PID control, and smart connectivity, whereas the Baby Bar One lacks some of these features and does not offer auto shutoff or smart connectivity. However, both machines support concurrent brewing and steaming, and include pre-infusion capabilities. The GS3 MP includes gauges for boiler and steam pressure, while the Baby Bar One has only a steam pressure gauge. Ultimately, the GS3 MP is more feature-rich, appealing to professional baristas, while the Baby Bar One provides solid functionality for home users at a lower price point.

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