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	La Pavoni	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$730	$3199.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	49 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Mechanical Piston	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.8L	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Chrome	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	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	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	Yes
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	5.5 kg	25.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The La Pavoni Europiccola is priced at $730 and is classified as a manual espresso machine suitable for advanced users. In contrast, the Lelit Bianca V3, with a higher price point of approximately $3199.95, is a semi-automatic machine also designed for advanced skill levels. Both machines cater to enthusiasts looking for quality espresso but differ significantly in their pricing and automation levels.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing information, the La Pavoni Europiccola utilizes a single boiler heating element and has a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. It has a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters and employs a mechanical piston pump. On the other hand, the Lelit Bianca V3 features a dual boiler heated system with a heat-up time of 15 to 30 minutes, boasting the same brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters but utilizing a rotary pump and offering a steam boiler capacity of 1.5 liters. Additionally, the Bianca V3's group type is E61, made of chrome-plated brass, enhancing its performance for espresso extraction.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the La Pavoni Europiccola lacks several modern conveniences such as auto shutoff, pressure gauges, and a shot timer, but provides flow control and pre-infusion capabilities. The Lelit Bianca V3, however, is equipped with a comprehensive set of features including auto shutoff, dual PID control, shot timer, and both boiler pressure and steam pressure gauges. It also supports concurrent brew and steam functions, making it more versatile and user-friendly compared to the Europiccola, which is more reliant on manual operation.

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