Compare Machines


	Turin	Lucca
MSRP
MSRP	$499	$2295
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	53 mm
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibratory
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.5L	Brew: 0.45L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.7 L - Reservoir	2.4 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	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	No
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	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	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	8.5 kg	28.1 kg
Material
Material	Brushed Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Turin Legato is a beginner-friendly semi-automatic espresso machine priced at $499, making it an accessible option for those new to espresso making. In contrast, the Lucca A53 Mini V2 targets intermediate users with a significantly higher price of $2,295, reflecting its advanced capabilities and features. Both machines are crafted by reputable brands but cater to different skill levels and budgets.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Turin Legato has a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes and employs a single boiler for its primary heating element, while the Lucca A53 Mini V2 takes between 5 to 15 minutes to heat up with a dual boiler system. The brew boiler capacity for the Legato is 0.5 liters compared to 0.45 liters for the Lucca, although the latter offers a larger steam boiler capacity of 1.2 liters. Both machines utilize a water reservoir as their source, with the Legato having a 1.7-liter capacity and the A53 Mini V2 having a larger 2.4-liter capacity. The activation method for the Legato is a simple press button, while the Lucca uses a standard button activation.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, both machines include a boiler pressure gauge, and both support pre-infusion, which enhances flavor extraction. The Lucca A53 Mini V2 stands out with its dual PID control and additional steam pressure gauge, allowing for more precise temperature control. In contrast, the Turin Legato offers a more straightforward experience with fewer complex features, such as lacking concurrent brew steam and smart connectivity. However, both machines come with staple functionalities like a steam wand, solenoid valve, and hot water provision.

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