Compare Machines


	Turin	La Pavoni
MSRP
MSRP	$499	$730
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Manual
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	49 mm
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Mechanical Piston
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.5L	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.7 L - Reservoir	0 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Chrome
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	No
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	No
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	8.5 kg	5.5 kg
Material
Material	Brushed Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The La Pavoni Europiccola is a manual espresso machine priced at $730, aimed at advanced users seeking to hone their skills in crafting espresso. In contrast, the Turin Legato is a semi-automatic model available at a more accessible price of $499 and is designed for beginners, allowing them to easily make espresso with less experience required. These differences in price and skill level highlight the diverse target markets of both machines. While La Pavoni offers premium craftsmanship, Turin prioritizes user-friendliness.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the La Pavoni Europiccola utilizes a lever activation system with a single boiler made of chrome, featuring a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters and a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The Turin Legato, on the other hand, operates with a press button activation and has a stainless steel boiler, with a smaller brew boiler capacity of 0.5 liters, and also boasts a quick heat-up time of under 5 minutes. Both machines utilize a reservoir water source but differ in their heating elements; the Turin includes a thermoblock as a secondary feature for heating efficiency. Additionally, the La Pavoni employs a mechanical piston pump, while the Turin uses a vibration pump.

Features Comparison

When considering features, the La Pavoni Europiccola emphasizes manual control with flow control and pre-infusion capabilities but lacks modern enhancements like automatic timers or pressure gauges. Conversely, the Turin Legato offers a boiler pressure gauge, PID control for better temperature stabilization, and a shot timer, which are beneficial for precision brewing. Both machines come equipped with a steam wand, catering to those who enjoy frothing milk, but exhibit differences in overall functionality. These features cater to different user preferences and brewing styles, affirming the distinct character of each machine.

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