Comparison · Espresso Machines

La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) vs Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine

Two espresso machines side by side. They differ on boiler size, portafilter size, water tank, width. The La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) has a larger boiler (1.48 L against 0.74 L for the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine).

What actually differs

  • The La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) has a larger boiler (1.48 L against 0.74 L for the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine).
  • Portafilter size: the La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) has 57 mm, the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine has 58 mm.
  • The La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) has a larger water tank (3.49 L against 2.99 L for the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine).
  • The Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine is lighter at 31 kg; the La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) weighs 33.1 kg.
  • Size, La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) against Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine: width 41 cm against 34 cm, depth 53 cm against 47.5 cm, height 35.5 cm against 41.9 cm.

Which one should you buy?

Pick the La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) if…

Users who want dual boilers and steady temperature with PID control

Suits people who want dual boilers that brew and steam at the same time, with PID control and a pressure gauge. The trade-off is a 30-minute warm-up and a need for mains power.

Skip it if: You want a compact machine that heats up quickly.

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Pick the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine if…

Home baristas who make back-to-back milk drinks and want steady temperature.

A dual-boiler machine with PID control and a pressure gauge, letting you brew and steam at once. 5 cm deep.

Skip it if: You need a lightweight machine or have limited counter depth.

Full specs and review →

Where each one wins

Edge to the La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP)
  • A larger boiler
  • A larger water tank

Specs compared

Rows where they differ are highlighted. Specs are from manufacturer sources; blanks are left blank, never estimated.

SpecLa Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP)Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine
Typical price$$$$ $1,500+$$$$ $1,500+
Boiler / heatingDualDual
Boiler size1.48 L0.74 L
PID temperature controlYesYes
Portafilter size57 mm58 mm
Pressure gaugeYesYes
Can be plumbed inNoNo
Needs mains powerYesYes
Water tank3.49 L2.99 L
Width41 cm34 cm
Depth53 cm47.5 cm
Height35.5 cm41.9 cm
Weight33.1 kg31 kg
Voltage110V-120V (US)110V-120V (US)

What they have in common

Both record the same value for: boiler / heating (Dual); pid temperature control (Yes); pressure gauge (Yes); can be plumbed in (No); needs mains power (Yes); voltage (110V-120V (US)).

La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) vs Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine: common questions

What is the main difference between the La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) and the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine?

The La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) has a larger boiler (1.48 L against 0.74 L for the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine). Portafilter size: the La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) has 57 mm, the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine has 58 mm.

Do the La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) and the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine use the same portafilter?

No. The La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) has 57 mm and the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine has 58 mm.

Is the La Marzocco GS3 Espresso Machine (Auto / MP) or the Profitec Pro 700 Dual Boiler Espresso Machine more expensive?

Both sit in the same typical price band, $$$$ $1,500+.

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