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	Lucca	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$2595	$2969
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Dual Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	53 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Rotary	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.45L	Brew: 0.4L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.2L	Steam: 1L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.4 L - Direct Connect	4 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Nickel Plated Brass	Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Chrome Plated Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	Yes	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	28 kg	35.8 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Polished Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Lucca A53 Direct Plumb and the Bezzera DUO DE are both advanced semi-automatic espresso machines. The Lucca A53 has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $2,595, whereas the Bezzera DUO DE is priced higher at $2,969. Both machines are targeted towards advanced users, indicating they require a certain level of skill and knowledge to operate effectively.

Brewing Comparison

Regarding brewing information, the Lucca A53 employs a dual boiler system and has a heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes, while the Bezzera DUO DE also features a dual boiler but takes longer, with a heat-up time of 15 to 30 minutes. The Lucca has a brew boiler capacity of 0.45 liters and a steam boiler capacity of 1.2 liters, compared to the Bezzera's brew boiler capacity of 0.4 liters and steam boiler capacity of 1 liter. The Lucca utilizes a saturated group type and a rotary pump, while the Bezzera features a PID controlled group and also employs a rotary pump for efficient brewing. Both machines are activated via a button, but their construction materials for the brew boiler differ, with the Lucca using nickel plated brass and the Bezzera utilizing copper.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, both machines provide auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauges, steam pressure gauges, concurrent brew steam capability, and PID control with dual PID control. The Lucca A53 lacks flow control, while the Bezzera DUO DE includes this feature in addition to a shot timer. Both machines support hot water functionality, have solenoid valves, steam wands, and no-burn wands for safety. The main distinguishing feature is the Lucca's smart connectivity, which the Bezzera does not offer, and both machines do not include an integrated grinder.

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