La Marzocco GS3 MP vs Profitec Ride

Technical comparison · Dual boiler

In brief

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

Parameter
La Marzocco GS3 MP GS3 MP La Marzocco F5 · Professional
Profitec Ride Ride Profitec F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Launch year 2022
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 30 × 45 × 37 cm
Weight (kg) 33 kg 28 kg
Power (W) 2100 W
Category specs
Boiler architecture Dual boiler Dual boiler
Portafilter diameter (mm) 58 mm mm
PID control Yes Yes
Max pump pressure (bar) 9 bar
Pump type Vibration
Pre-infusion Manual Programmable
Group head type Saturated group Proprietary
Boiler material Stainless steel
Water tank capacity (l) 3.5 l 2.8 l
Plumbable Yes
Pressure gauge Yes Yes

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: GS3 MP 3.5 l vs Ride 2.8 l — GS3 MP wins (+25%)
  • Pre-infusion: GS3 MP Manual · Ride Programmable
  • Group head type: GS3 MP Saturated group · Ride Proprietary

Which one to choose

Choose GS3 MP if…

you value water tank capacity.

See the GS3 MP sheet →

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