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	Ascaso	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$1725	$5900
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Paddle
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Steel Duo PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.2L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.8 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum	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	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	15 kg	32 kg
Material
Material	Carbon, Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The La Marzocco Linea Mini is priced at $5900 and is categorized as a semi-automatic espresso machine that targets advanced users. In contrast, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID comes at a more accessible price of $1725, designed for intermediate skill levels. Both machines are well-known brands within the espresso machine market, but their pricing reflects their intended user experience and capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the La Marzocco Linea Mini features paddle activation and has a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes due to its dual boiler system, while the Ascaso Steel Duo PID operates with a toggle switch and has a significantly quicker heat-up time of less than 5 minutes using a thermoblock heating element. The La Marzocco has a steam boiler capacity of 3.5 liters and a water reservoir capacity of 2 liters, whereas the Ascaso has a water reservoir capacity of 1.8 liters and no steam boiler capacity specified. Both machines support a portafilter size of 58mm, but the La Marzocco uses a rotary pump while the Ascaso utilizes a vibration pump.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, both machines offer auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauges, hot water functionality, and pre-infusion. The La Marzocco Linea Mini also includes steam pressure gauges, dual PID control, and smart connectivity, enhancing its advanced usability. Meanwhile, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID features a shot timer, which is absent in the La Marzocco model, but lacks steam pressure gauges and smart connectivity. Overall, both machines provide essential capabilities, but are tailored to different user experiences and preferences.

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