Compare Machines


	Londinium	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$2515	$5900
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Paddle
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Compressa pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.2L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2.3L	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0 L - Direct Connect	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	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	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	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	34 kg	32 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the La Marzocco Linea Mini, is priced at $5,900 and is categorized under the semi-automatic type, catering to advanced skill levels. Machine 2, the Londinium Compressa, offers a more accessible price point at $2,515 while also serving advanced users in the same semi-automatic category. Both machines are reputable choices within the espresso machine market, with La Marzocco known for its professional-grade offerings, while Londinium emphasizes artisanal quality.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the La Marzocco Linea Mini operates with a paddle activation and features a dual boiler system, with a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes and a steam boiler capacity of 3.5 liters. The Londinium Compressa employs a lever activation method and is equipped with a heat exchanger, with a comparable heat-up time of 15-30 minutes but a smaller steam boiler capacity of 2.3 liters. Additionally, the Linea Mini has a water reservoir capacity of 2 liters, while the Compressa is designed for direct connection, thus lacking a reservoir. Both machines support the same 58mm portafilter size.

Features Comparison

Feature-wise, the La Marzocco Linea Mini stands out with advanced options such as PID control, auto shutoff, and boiler pressure gauges, alongside the ability for concurrent brewing and steaming. In contrast, the Londinium Compressa does not include auto shutoff or boiler pressure gauges but allows for flow control and shares the ability for concurrent brew steam. While both machines provide steam wands with no-burn technology, the Compressa lacks other advanced features such as PID control and smart connectivity when compared to the Linea Mini.

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