La Marzocco GS3 MP vs La Spaziale S1 Vivaldi II
Technical comparison · Dual boiler
The comparison between La Marzocco GS3 MP and La Spaziale S1 Vivaldi II analyzes two dual boiler machines positioned in distant market segments. La Marzocco GS3 MP sits in an estimated price range of 5000–11000€ and targets professional use. La Spaziale S1 Vivaldi II sits in an estimated price range of 1000–2200€, serving the semi-professional market.
| Parameter |
GS3 MP
La Marzocco
F5 · Professional
|
S1 Vivaldi II
La Spaziale
F4 · Semi-professional
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~5000–11000 € | ~1000–2200 € |
| Price updated on | 09/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 41 × 53 × 44.1 cm | 41.5 × 41.5 × 38.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 33 kg | 28 kg |
| Category specs | ||
| Boiler architecture | Dual boiler | Dual boiler |
| Portafilter diameter (mm) | — | 53 mm mm |
| PID control | Yes | — |
| Max pump pressure (bar) | 9 bar | — |
| Pump type | — | Rotary |
| Pre-infusion | Manual | Programmable |
| 3-way solenoid valve | — | Yes |
| Group head type | Saturated group | E61 |
| Water tank capacity (l) | 3.5 l | — |
| Steam wand | — | Manual steam wand |
| Plumbable | Yes | Yes |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | Yes |
The differences that matter
Group type: La Marzocco GS3 MP features a saturated group, while La Spaziale S1 Vivaldi II uses an E61 group with a 53 mm portafilter (La Marzocco's portafilter diameter is unavailable). Pre-infusion: manual on La Marzocco, programmable on La Spaziale. Dimensions: La Marzocco is deeper (53 cm vs 41.5 cm) and heavier (33 kg vs 28 kg). Price: La Marzocco sits in an estimated price range of 5000–11000€, whereas La Spaziale sits in an estimated price range of 1000–2200€.
Which one to choose
Choose GS3 MP if…
La Marzocco GS3 MP is suited for users requiring commercial-level performance and direct extraction control via manual pre-infusion and a saturated group. The 3.5-liter tank and PID control provide advanced thermal stability within a 33 kg frame.
Choose S1 Vivaldi II if…
La Spaziale S1 Vivaldi II fits advanced domestic environments needing a more compact machine (41.5 cm depth) with programmable pre-infusion. The rotary pump and direct water line connection ensure quiet operation in a 28 kg format.
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