As more and more espresso machine owners become increasingly aware of the fine art of espresso, the desire has grown for espresso machines with superior components to achieve that espresso nirvana. These machines typically offer improved temperature stability with commercial sized filter handles, larger boilers, more reliable pressure regulators, and some with automatic refills of the internal boiler. These machines are classified as semi-commercial to commercial. A high quality burr coffee grinder is necessary to get the best results out of these machines, and most of these machines require open head (except Pasquini and Nuova Simonelli) clearance to avoid a dry up of the cupboards.

Elektra

The Elektra series is the start of this grouping. These machines feature a top loaded water basin that feeds both the boiler for refill (manual operator refill) and the grouphead directly to insure that fresh water is used to extract espresso. The commercial sized filter handles are ergonomically designed to provide a good fit to a nice feel, and steam is immediately capable after extracting your espresso. The temperature is directly related by control of the pressure with the pressure regulator. The operator does need to watch the gauge glass to ensure that there is enough water in the boiler.

There are a few models to choose from Copper & Brass Chrome Semiautomatica
Chrome & Murano Glass Semiautomatica

Bezzera

Looking for the lowest-priced and highest quality heat exchange espresso machine? look no further! With the similar internal components as the Pasquini Livia 90, a Bezzera espresso machine will not disappoint!

Four models to choose from!

Pasquini

The Pasquini Livia 90 has been a champion for the last several years. Sporting a stainless steel body and steel frame, the ruggedness of the Livia 90 is seen throughout - a large copper boiler, heavy filter handle, and brass grouphead. The newest feature si the multi-directional steam wand which allows the steam wand to go in many directions. With the ability to instantly steam milk, it can froth for many cappuccinos and steam for a good number of lattes. While the machine can be left on all day, it is ready to go within the 10 minutes it needs to get properly heated. In this grouping, the Livia 90 has the best water flow out of the water arm.

Isomac

Isomac is one of the few manufacturers that has maintained several machines in their line up for our Professional class. They include the Isomac Mondiale, the Isomac TEA, and the Isomac Millenium. All three machines share the same boiler, water reservoir, pump, and Giemme auto water refill circuit. The Isomac Relax has an unexposed E-61 type grouphead whereas they are exposed (and one can burn thyself). We like the fact that Isomac includes a water softener inside their professional machines.

ECM

ECM has manufactured a favorite for many home espresso machine lovers who desire an ECM Giotto. The ECM Giotto has one of the largest boilers (2nd to la Pavoni above) which provides lots of steam capacity to make your favorite cappuccino. With the right sized cup warmer and large 3 liter water reservoir, the ECM Giotto is ready to make espresso after espresso.

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Al di la Vittoria

The Valentina is the cream of the crop for our Professional home line of espresso machines. Sporting a stainless steel body, la Valentina houses a full size pressure regulator for the boiler and a Gicar auto water refill circuit (considered top of the line) - both of which are found on the larger two group espresso machines found in coffee houses today. With a low 10 minute warm up time, La Valentina has an E-61 grouphead that consistently allows water to circulate inside the grouphead.

Vibiemme

KING OF THE HILL! these big, bad machines really pound out the competition with a heavier grouphead, a larger boielr, and high quality components position correctly for longer lasting, trouble-free use. There are 3 versions available in 2 body styles.

Manual Black

Manual Stainless Steel

Electronic Black

Electronic Stainless Steel

Fiorenzato

Intriguing body style takes us back to the 50's!

There are three gorgeous models of the Briccoletta to choose from below

Lever Activated Grouphead with Water Reservoir
A special rebate with purchase on this model! Great for offsite catering, and the most powerful unit for the most demanding situations in the home environment.

Lever Activated Grouphead with Direct Water Connection
Lever action grouphead with rotary vane pump and direct water line

Electronic Dosage with Direct Water Connection
Great for small volume shops! The electronic dosing can be used by employees who not show the care for proper water dosing. Although can be used as a semi-automatic, the dosage control can be used for flushing the grouphead

Volante Line

There are two new winners added to the Bricoletta line by Fiorenzato. both of the following models have been enhanced with large dual gauges, multi-directional steam wands, and sharp square body style!

Lever Activated Grouphead with Water Reservoir

Lever Activated Grouphead with Direct Water Connection

Columbina Line

Take a look at the Fiorenzato Colombina - this is their newest entrant for the dual purpose single boiler market. Many machines in this category lack the automatic boiler refill that the Fiorenzato Columbina has included. Add the famous Faema e61 grouphead with some practice, and this can be classified as making some of the best espresso at home.

La Spaziale

A double boiler espresso machine capable of oeprating with 110 volts only at either 15 amp or 20 amp. For consistent results in the cup, no one can go wrong with a La Spaziale S1.

S1 Commercial Espresso Machine