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	Bezzera	Londinium
MSRP
MSRP	$2650	$3858
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Strega pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The R24 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2L	Steam: 2.3L
Water Supply
Water Supply	4 L - Convertable	0 L - Direct Connect
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	Yes	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	Yes	Yes
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	Yes	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	30.5 kg	38 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Londinium R24 and Bezzera Strega are both semi-automatic espresso machines designed for advanced users, though they vary significantly in price. The R24 has a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $3,858, while the Strega is considerably more affordable at $2,650. Both brands maintain a reputation for high-quality craftsmanship and performance in the espresso market. However, the price difference reflects the varying specifications and features designed for expert users.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a lever activation mechanism and feature copper boiler materials. The Londinium R24's group type is a Sprung Lever, utilizing a heat exchanger as its primary heating element with a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. Comparatively, the Bezzera Strega also employs a Sprung Lever group type but is equipped with a vibration pump instead of a rotary pump, and it offers a similar heat-up time of 15-30 minutes with a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters.

Features Comparison

When examining key features, both machines boast concurrent brew steam and flow control, enabling flexibility during espresso preparation. However, the Strega includes additional features such as a steam pressure gauge, a no-burn steam wand, and an over-pressure valve. Meanwhile, the R24 emphasizes its pre-infusion capability without such gauges and features, showcasing a more straightforward design focused on brewing quality.

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