la marzocco espresso machines

Ten professional espresso machines and the under-counter Modbar. Families are listed from the simplest. For each model we say what kind of venue it suits.

la marzocco linea espresso machines

The Classic S is the classic with saturated groups. The PB brings new electronics and a three-button interface. The PB X has an independent coffee boiler for each group, water pre-heating and Pro Touch steam wands.

La Marzocco Linea Classic S espresso machine, 2 groups

Linea Classic S

Calm, reliable, consistent.

Groups
1, 2, 3, 4
Versions
EE, AV
Height
44.4 cm
Coffee boiler
1.8 / 3.4 / 5 / 2 × 3.4 l
Steam boiler
3.5 / 7 / 11 / 15 l
Features
dual boilers, saturated groups, dual PID, timers, Pro App

Who it is for: a first professional machine, a café with lower volume.

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La Marzocco Linea PB espresso machine, 2 groups

Linea PB

Named after Piero Bambi, who designed it.

Groups
2, 3, 4
Versions
MP, AV, ABR
Height
53.3 cm
Coffee boiler
3.4 / 5 / 2 × 3.4 l
Steam boiler
7 / 11 / 15 l
Features
saturated groups, dual PID, eco mode, auto cleaning, +2.5 cm for taller cups

Who it is for: cafés, hotels and chains.

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La Marzocco Linea PB X espresso machine, 2 groups

Linea PB X

Introduced 5 years after the launch of the Linea PB.

Groups
2, 3, 4
Versions
AV, ABR
Height
53.3 cm
Coffee boiler
2 × 1.3 / 3 × 1.3 / 2 × 3.4 l
Steam boiler
7 / 11 / 15 l
Features
independent boilers, drip tray scales (ABR), Pro Touch, barista lights

Who it is for: specialty cafés and roasteries.

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la marzocco kb90 espresso machine

The KB90 is the most advanced form of the Linea PB. Built on the Linea PB and designed to speed up service in the busiest cafés.

La Marzocco KB90 espresso machine, 2 groups

KB90

Pace at peak times.

Groups
2, 3, 4
Versions
AV, ABR
Height
45 cm
Coffee boiler
2 × 1.3 / 3 × 1.3 / 4 × 1.3 l
Steam boiler
7 / 11 / 15 l
Features
Straight-in, Steam Flush, Drip Prediction, front-serviced steam valve

Who it is for: cafés with a queue and chains.

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la marzocco gb5 espresso machines

The GB5 line has existed since 2005, and the current one is its second generation. The GB5 S has saturated groups and a shared coffee boiler. The GB5 X has independent coffee boilers for each group and a dynamic pre-heater.

La Marzocco GB5 S espresso machine, 2 groups

GB5 S

Two red lilies, a nod to Florence.

Groups
2, 3, 4
Versions
EE, AV, ABR
Height
47 cm
Coffee boiler
3.4 / 5 / 2 × 3.4 l
Steam boiler
7 / 11 / 15 l
Features
saturated groups, water sensor, 24V electronics, Pro App

Who it is for: hotels, restaurants and cafés where the look of the bar matters.

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La Marzocco GB5 X espresso machine, 2 groups

GB5 X

Classic looks and top performance.

Groups
2, 3, 4
Versions
AV, ABR
Height
47 cm
Coffee boiler
2 × 1.3 / 3 × 1.3 / 2 × 3.4 l
Steam boiler
7 / 11 / 15 l
Features
independent boilers, dynamic pre-heater, Pro Touch, water sensor

Who it is for: hotels and high-volume venues where the bar is on show.

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la marzocco strada espresso machines

The Strada was designed over two years by 30 professionals. “Strada” means “street”. The Strada S has independent boilers and PID on every group. The Strada X adds independent pumps, pressure profiles, Smart Saturation and Mass-Based Profiling.

La Marzocco Strada S espresso machine, 2 groups

Strada S

The second-generation Strada, with a low body.

Groups
2, 3
Versions
AV, ABR
Height
50 cm
Coffee boiler
2.6 / 3.9 l
Steam boiler
8.2 / 11.8 l
Features
PID on each group, proportional steam valve, drip tray scales (ABR)

Who it is for: specialty cafés with a bar open to guests.

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La Marzocco Strada X espresso machine, 2 groups

Strada X

Designed by baristas, for baristas.

Groups
1, 2, 3
Modes
Manual, Profile, AV
Height
50 cm
Coffee boiler
1.3 / 2.6 / 3.9 l
Steam boiler
3.5 / 8.2 / 11.8 l
Features
Smart Saturation, pressure profiles, drip tray scales, Steam Flush

Who it is for: specialty cafés and roasteries from around 300 coffees a day.

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la marzocco leva lever espresso machines

The lever needs around 50% less effort than a traditional one and has a safety clutch. The mechanism was tested for over 2,500 hours. The Leva S has dual PID and pressure gauges on the groups. The Leva X has independent boilers, smart PID and pressure visualisation.

La Marzocco Leva S lever espresso machine, 2 groups

Leva S

A mechanical lever.

Groups
2, 3
Height
77.5 cm
Coffee boiler
3.4 / 5 l
Steam boiler
8.2 / 11.8 l
Features
pre-infusion and pressure control, pressure gauges, saturated groups

Who it is for: roasteries, showrooms and bars where brewing is part of the show.

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La Marzocco Leva X lever espresso machine, 2 groups

Leva X

A lever with pressure visualisation.

Groups
2, 3
Height
77.5 cm
Coffee boiler
2 × 1.3 / 3 × 1.3 l
Steam boiler
8.2 / 11.8 l
Features
display on each group, stores 4 graphs, independent boilers

Who it is for: roasteries, showrooms and barista training.

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la marzocco modbar under-counter system

A La Marzocco brand, made in Florence. The modules are installed under the counter, individually or as a set.

La Marzocco Modbar Espresso module installed under the bar counter

Modbar

A modular under-counter system.

Modules
Espresso AV, Espresso EP, Steam, Pour-Over, Tea
Espresso EP
pressure profiling, 3-zone temperature control

Who it is for: hotels, restaurants and cafés where the bar should look light.

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la marzocco espresso machines compared

The key differences in one table. “Ask” means we will confirm the details with the offer.

La Marzocco espresso machine comparison
ModelGroupsHeightTemperature systemDrip tray scalesPro TouchSteam FlushFront-serviced steam valvePro App
1-444.4 cmdual boilers, saturated groups, dual PID–option––yes
Linea PBMP, AV, ABR
2-453.3 cmdual boilers, saturated groups, dual PID, pre-heatingABR–––yes
Linea PB XAV, ABR
2-453.3 cmindependent boilers per group, dual PID, pre-heatingABRyes––ask
KB90AV, ABR
2-445 cmindependent boilers per group, dual PIDABRyesyesyesyes
GB5 SEE, AV, ABR
2-447 cmdual boilers, saturated groups, dual PIDABRoption–yesyes
GB5 XAV, ABR
2-447 cmindependent boilers per group, dual PID, dynamic pre-heaterABRyes–yesyes
Strada SAV, ABR
2-350 cmindependent boilers, PID on each group, saturated groupsABRyes––yes
Strada XManual, Profile, AV
1-350 cmindependent boilers and pumps, PID on each group, pressure profilesyesyesyes–yes
Leva Slever
2-377.5 cmdual boilers, saturated groups, dual PID–yes––ask
Leva Xlever
2-377.5 cmindependent boilers, smart PID, pressure visualisation–yes––ask

Pro Touch on the Linea Classic S and GB5 S is available by special order.

version glossary

ABR
Scales built into the drip tray and the Drip Prediction algorithm. The extraction ends at the target beverage weight.
MP
The conical paddle on the Linea PB. Gradual control of flow and pressure before full pressure.
AV
A version name. On the Strada X it is also one of the operating modes, alongside Manual and Profile.
EE
A version name on the Linea Classic S and GB5 S. We will explain the differences when helping you choose.

la marzocco grinders

Four grinders from the current range. We choose them together with the espresso machine.

La Marzocco Swift grinder

swift

  • Grinds and tamps on demand
  • 64 mm flat ceramic burrs
  • For high-volume venues
La Marzocco Vulcano grinder

vulcano

  • 63 or 67 mm conical burrs
  • Mazzer technology
  • Auto, On Demand and Swift versions
La Marzocco Swan grinder

swan

  • 83 mm conical burrs
  • Patented anti-static technology
  • Portafilter activation, 2.5–4 g/s
La Marzocco Jay grinder

jay

  • 68 mm flat burrs, new in 2025
  • 18 g in under 5 seconds
  • Retention below 2 g

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