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	Lucca	Lucca
MSRP
MSRP	$2295	$2595
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Dual Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	53 mm	53 mm
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibratory	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.45L	Brew: 0.45L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.2L	Steam: 1.2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.4 L - Reservoir	2.4 L - Direct Connect
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Nickel Plated Brass	Nickel Plated Brass
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
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	28.1 kg	28 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Lucca A53 Direct Plumb is priced at $2,595 and is designed for advanced users, while the Lucca A53 Mini V2 is slightly less expensive at $2,295 and targets intermediate skill levels. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category and are manufactured by the Lucca brand. Their price point suggests they cater to serious coffee enthusiasts looking for professional-grade equipment.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing capabilities, both machines feature a button activation system and utilize nickel-plated brass for the boiler material. The A53 Direct Plumb has a saturated group type and operates with a rotary pump, while the A53 Mini V2 has a semi-saturated group type and utilizes a vibratory pump. Both models have a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes, and they share similar brew boiler and steam boiler capacities, although they differ in their water source configurations—direct connect versus reservoir.

Features Comparison

When examining the key features, the A53 Direct Plumb includes enhanced functionalities such as smart connectivity and an auto shutoff system, while the A53 Mini V2 lacks these features but retains crucial elements like PID control and concurrent brew steam. Both machines include boiler and steam pressure gauges, pre-infusion, solenoid valves, and steam wands, although the Mini V2 does not have a no-burn steam wand. Overall, both machines offer robust features, but they vary in some aspects that may influence the user's choice.

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