La Marzocco GS3 AV vs Lelit Bianca

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, Bianca #21.

Parameter
La Marzocco GS3 AV GS3 AV La Marzocco F5 · Professional
Lelit Bianca Bianca Lelit F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Launch year 2017
Use tier F5 — Professional F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) ~5000–11000 € 2499 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 41 × 53 × 35.5 cm 29 × 58.5 × 39 cm
Weight (kg) 33 kg 27.2 kg
Voltage (V) 230 V
Category specs
Boiler architecture Dual boiler Dual boiler
Portafilter diameter (mm) 58 mm mm
PID control Yes
Max pump pressure (bar) 9 bar
Pump type Rotary
Pre-infusion Programmable Programmable
Group head type Saturated group Proprietary
Boiler material Stainless steel
Water tank capacity (l) 3.5 l 2.5 l
Steam wand Manual steam wand
Plumbable Yes Yes
Pressure gauge Yes Yes
Flow control Yes

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: GS3 AV 3.5 l vs Bianca 2.5 l — GS3 AV wins (+40%)
  • Group head type: GS3 AV Saturated group · Bianca Proprietary

Which one to choose

Choose GS3 AV if…

you value water tank capacity.

See the GS3 AV sheet →

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