Hi all
I think it's time for an upgrade. My knowledge on machines is a bit dated...I bought mine 9 years ago.
I've been looking over the features of current models (especially Bezzera cos I have heard positive things...and I like their snake logo :P ) ....but I have no idea if these things will actually be useful to me:
- Actively-heated group (Bezzera).
- PID (do people who have them use them regularly?)
- Dual boilers (more to go wrong?)
- Rotary pump (I assume this is much quieter and I can plumb it in at a later date- any other advantage?)
- Stainless steel boiler (ECM machines advertise this...do they last longer than copper?)
- Commercial-grade pstat and other parts (more robust or just pricier to replace?)
- Bigger boiler of 2.2L or more (will I notice much difference coming from a 1.45L?)
My useage is 1-2 coffees a day and a few extra on weekends, almost all Flat Whites. I have a Mazzer Mini-E grinder . I like a quick morning routine without a lot of flushing etc but I don't mind spending an hour or two fine tuning it every few months or when I change beans.
I don't have a specific budget but I guess I just want to know what are the important features that really make a difference in my situation?
Bezerra Magica or ECM Mechanka V slim HX look reasonable in spec and price. The Mitica HX has the rotary pump and PID but it's quite a bit more money!
Cheers for any help!!
I think it's time for an upgrade. My knowledge on machines is a bit dated...I bought mine 9 years ago.
I've been looking over the features of current models (especially Bezzera cos I have heard positive things...and I like their snake logo :P ) ....but I have no idea if these things will actually be useful to me:
- Actively-heated group (Bezzera).
- PID (do people who have them use them regularly?)
- Dual boilers (more to go wrong?)
- Rotary pump (I assume this is much quieter and I can plumb it in at a later date- any other advantage?)
- Stainless steel boiler (ECM machines advertise this...do they last longer than copper?)
- Commercial-grade pstat and other parts (more robust or just pricier to replace?)
- Bigger boiler of 2.2L or more (will I notice much difference coming from a 1.45L?)
My useage is 1-2 coffees a day and a few extra on weekends, almost all Flat Whites. I have a Mazzer Mini-E grinder . I like a quick morning routine without a lot of flushing etc but I don't mind spending an hour or two fine tuning it every few months or when I change beans.
I don't have a specific budget but I guess I just want to know what are the important features that really make a difference in my situation?
Bezerra Magica or ECM Mechanka V slim HX look reasonable in spec and price. The Mitica HX has the rotary pump and PID but it's quite a bit more money!
Cheers for any help!!


I see that 9 years havent provided any more definitive answers on PID vs Pstat, Active vs E61 and HX vs DB 
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