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	Gaggia	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$449	$5900
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Paddle
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.1L	Brew: 0.2L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.1 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Coated Aluminum	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass, Polished Face	No Information
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	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	9.1 kg	32 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The La Marzocco Linea Mini is a high-end espresso machine priced at $5,900, targeting advanced users who are looking for a professional-grade experience at home. In contrast, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo is aimed at beginners and is much more affordable at $449, making it a favorable option for those new to espresso making. Both machines feature a semi-automatic type, yet they cater to different skill levels and budgets.

Brewing Comparison

Regarding brewing information, the Linea Mini utilizes a paddle activation and has a dual boiler heating system with a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. Its brew boiler capacity is 0.2 liters, and it features a rotary pump for performance. On the other hand, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo operates with a rocker switch activation, a single boiler system, and a faster heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. It has a smaller brew boiler capacity of 0.1 liters and employs a vibration pump.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Linea Mini offers advanced specifications such as PID control, pre-infusion, and dual PID degree control, along with several gauges for monitoring pressure. It also has smart connectivity and a no-burn steam wand, enhancing user experience. In contrast, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo lacks many of these advanced features, such as PID control and pressure gauges, but does include a steam wand and hot water functionality. Each machine thus caters to different user requirements based on features and control settings.

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