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	La Pavoni	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$730	$1699.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	49 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Mechanical Piston	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Mara X pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.8L	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.8L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
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	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	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	5.5 kg	19 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the La Pavoni Europiccola, is a manual espresso machine priced at $730, making it more affordable compared to Machine 2, the Lelit Mara X, which is a semi-automatic machine with a price of $1699. The skill level required for the La Pavoni is classified as advanced, while the Lelit is designed for users with an intermediate skill level. This suggests that the La Pavoni might be better suited for experienced users looking to refine their espresso-making techniques.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the La Pavoni Europiccola has a lever activation and uses a single boiler made of chrome, with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. It features a mechanical piston pump and has a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters. In contrast, the Lelit Mara X employs a heat exchanger and utilizes a vibration pump, requiring a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes for optimal brewing. The Mara X also has a larger steam boiler capacity of 1.8 liters, making it potentially more efficient for steaming milk.

Features Comparison

When considering the features, the La Pavoni Europiccola lacks automatic shutoff and pressure gauges but includes flow control and pre-infusion capabilities. It does not provide simultaneous brewing and steaming, and its steam wand does not have a no-burn feature. On the other hand, the Lelit Mara X offers various advanced features, including auto shutoff, pressure gauges, concurrent brewing and steaming, and a pid control system, enhancing its usability and functionality. The Lelit also comes equipped with a no-burn steam wand and an overpressure valve, making it more user-friendly for those who may be less experienced.

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