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	La Pavoni	Olympia Express
MSRP
MSRP	$730	$3800
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Single Boiler
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	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.8L	Brew: 1.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	0 L - Reservoir	1.8 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	No
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	No
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	No
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	10.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Painted Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The La Pavoni Europiccola is priced at $730, marking it as a more affordable choice compared to the Olympia Express Cremina, which retails for $3,800. Both machines cater to advanced users, requiring a level of skill to operate effectively. The La Pavoni is a manual type machine, while the Cremina employs a semi-automatic system. This distinction may influence user preference based on their experience and style of brewing.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a lever activation system. The La Pavoni features a chrome boiler with a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters, while the Olympia Cremina has a stainless steel boiler with a larger brew capacity of 1.3 liters. Both machines are equipped with a single boiler heating element; however, the La Pavoni has a faster heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, compared to the 5-15 minutes required for the Cremina. Each machine draws water from a reservoir, with the Cremina boasting a larger capacity of 1.8 liters.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, both machines offer flow control and pre-infusion functionalities. The La Pavoni includes a steam wand, while the Olympia Cremina includes a steam wand with a steam pressure gauge and an over-pressure valve. Neither machine offers an auto shutoff function, integrated grinder, or smart connectivity. The Cremina provides additional elements like a steam pressure gauge, which is absent in the La Pavoni, enhancing its utility for experienced users seeking precision in brewing.

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