ECM Estetika vs La Marzocco GS3 AV

Technical comparison · Dual boiler

In brief

GS3 AV is ahead on water tank capacity; beyond that the two differ in group head type, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, GS3 AV ranks #10 of 33, Estetika #17.

Parameter
ECM Estetika Estetika ECM F5 · Professional
La Marzocco GS3 AV GS3 AV La Marzocco F5 · Professional
Identity
Launch year 2026
Use tier F5 — Professional F5 — Professional
Price
Price (€) ~2200–5000 € ~5000–11000 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 33.6 × 48.7 × 38.5 cm 41 × 53 × 35.5 cm
Weight (kg) 29.4 kg 33 kg
Power (W) 2800 W
Voltage (V) 230 V
Category specs
Boiler architecture Dual boiler Dual boiler
PID control Yes Yes
Max pump pressure (bar) 9 bar
Pump type Rotary
Pre-infusion Programmable Programmable
Group head type Proprietary Saturated group
Boiler material Stainless steel
Water tank capacity (l) 2.8 l 3.5 l
Plumbable Yes
Pressure gauge Yes Yes

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: Estetika 2.8 l vs GS3 AV 3.5 l — GS3 AV wins (+25%)
  • Group head type: Estetika Proprietary · GS3 AV Saturated group

Which one to choose

Choose GS3 AV if…

you value water tank capacity.

See the GS3 AV sheet →

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