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	Odyssey	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$850	$3900
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Paddle
Pump Type
Pump Type	Direct Lever	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.6L	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0 L - Reservoir	1.6 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	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	Yes	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	6.8 kg	19 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Odyssey Argos, is priced at $850 and is categorized as a manual espresso machine, targeting intermediate skill levels. In contrast, Machine 2, the La Marzocco Linea Micra, is significantly more expensive at $3,900 and classified as a semi-automatic machine, designed for advanced users. This substantial difference in price and machine type suggests a divergence in target consumer base and user experience.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Odyssey Argos operates using a lever activation method featuring a single boiler system, with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. On the other hand, the La Marzocco Linea Micra utilizes a paddle activation and is equipped with a dual boiler, resulting in a longer heat-up time of 15 to 30 minutes. The brew boiler capacity for the Argos is 0.6 liters, while the Micra has a smaller capacity of 0.3 liters. Additionally, the Argos provides a direct lever pump type, whereas the Micra uses a rotary pump type.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Odyssey Argos include an auto shutoff function, PID control, pre-infusion capability, and a shot timer, alongside a steam wand but lacking a steam pressure gauge. Conversely, the La Marzocco Linea Micra boasts similar features, including auto shutoff and PID control, but adds a steam pressure gauge, concurrent brew and steam capabilities, and a solenoid valve. While both machines exclude integrated grinders and have their unique features, the Micra offers more advanced functionalities, particularly for steam and pressure control.

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