LA MARZOCCO LINEA MICRA: Review of La Marzocco's New Home Espresso Machine! 

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Your beatboxing was unironically a 10/10

I’ve just ordered this machine and thanks so much for your review. I completely agree however with your comments regarding flow control and price. In a perfect world, I would love to utilise flow control but I unfortunately then remind myself, I am a Dad, I have a wife and a dog that require attention + I would like to keep my job and as such I just simply wouldn’t have the time to make the most of it. What I love about this machine is its a great quality plug and play machine, quick to heat up and just simple for those of us with not enough hours in the day! :) Keep up the great content! Cheers

Thank you for making a review that made sense and was honest. I have been looking for a home machine for a while and was interested in what this had to offer. Also, as someone who is probably very less knowledgeable than most people here about espresso machines, I appreciate you breaking down the more complicated things to a language that I can understand!

Thank you Lance for this wonderful informative video. You are my "go to" when it comes to knowledge and the coffee experience. I have had this machine on my list for the past 5 years... unfortunately life got in the way... however now is my time and i couldn't be more excited. Time has worked in my favor with the new Linea Micra !.

The beatboxing made my day. I also loved that Lance went for metric system when showing the sizes. Great review Lance! Thanks so much!

One of the best reviews out there. Thanks for the overview of the internals. The Micra is a buy for me, ordered one in Black. Great match for my use case after 16 years with an Expobar Office Lever is simple, good shots and a quality home machine. Flow control has never been a consideration. Looking forward to having it delivered.

Lance, the production quality on your videos has been stellar! Thank you for all your hard work.

I love espresso machine deep dive videos. I'm always looking for my eventual upgrade, so the more I learn from a genius of coffee, the better knowledge I'll have to choose the best machine for my capabilities. Love your content! Edit: Your point about lack of flow control for the price is a good point. All other machines I've looked at for that price range have flow control

Lance is the only youtuber or video personality of any kind I enjoy watching, whatever the topic. He's just funny and cool.

Best honest review out there, all the other reviews don’t have you level of depth and detail.

You are truly a beast when it comes to reviews 😂. Just right in your face weather you like it or not. Just love it!

I have really been wanting LMLMini and this brings it in to more attainable space. However, my concerns are in the realm of technology. This has marginally changed here and that was my pause with buying the mini and now with the micra. Great video Lance!

Great video Lance! The Instagram algorithms have been blasting me with ads for this machine so I’m happy you were able to give it a review shortly after its release. It seems like what you’re paying for is the build quality, consistency and DEFINITELY the name. For a US buyer it’s definitely at that price point where, if you’re deep enough into all of this, you might as well get a Decent DE1PRO and essentially be capable of doing whatever you want with a shot while still having 30+ preset shot profiles to choose from. Thus I agree with you that at this price point, it needs some sort of additional feature like flow profiling or a built in scale & shot timer to justify the price. Speaking of the DE1PRO, curious about your thoughts/waiting on your eventual review of the Synesso ES1 when that comes out.

Last time I clicked your video was around mid 2021 - but now look how your channel has grown and content quality has improved! Congrats for 100k subs and your studio looks more pro now compared to home-kitchen setup a year ago

I never would have seen this if it hasn’t been for your question post! Great video. I think the portafilter set up is a genius idea.

I think LM have done a wonderful job of introducing a new machine that doesn't alienate any of their existing customers and broadens the market for the LM experience. Build quality, consistency, and service is what keeps people in the LM eco-system, so any machine that can expand that reach a little more is a good thing IMO! Great machine, and very happy to see they haven't compromised anything in their philosophy - as a Linea Mini owner I can happily say this is going to be a great machine for anyone who wants simple, quality coffee and a machine that's a joy to use (without wishing I had it!)

wow, great machine! - I really appreciate how they made every important part easily accessible for maintainance - having worked shifts on the big LM Lineas I loved the workflow on those maschines, loved the tank-like sturdiness , loved the classic extraction profile (like 95% of the time I don't really need pressure/flow profiling, I'm content with a stable flat 9-bar profile or a flat 6-bar profile) and also loved the way they steam milk - if you can have all those things we love about LM in a small form factor and at a smaller budget (compared to let's say a GS3) for home users: great! - - - I would have only maybe preferred the classic LM steam wand compared to the double walled one (maybe make it an option?), I just personally like the thinner steam wands and I don't mind it getting hot.

wow I love how in depth you go! This was super interesting and insightful. New sub.

Your videos are the best and most entertaining. Thanks keep them coming.

I love my linea mini. The app has some decent features but is definitely made by people who don’t know how to make apps. It has however improved greatly in the past year. The mini heats up way faster than any rocket machine I have owned in the past due to the saturated brew group. Heat up times have never been an issue for me.

I’m hoping to get one as a 50th birthday present to myself. It’s really the only machine that ticks all the boxes for me without going mega expensive. My priorities are quality, repairability, and consistency. I want the programmable startup and shutoff, ability to plumb it in, small size, fast heat up. I don’t care about flow control. I’m anticipating that it will be the last machine I buy to serve me well for the latter half of my life.

Great review! Thanks for putting out quality material.

You deserve a subscription… such a detailed review. A lot of work. Appreciated

Great video review. I have had a Linea Mini for a little over three years. I would have definitely looked at the Linea Micra as the smaller size would have been an easier fit in my kitchen. Needless to say I have loved having the Mini during the pandemic. One thing to think about with La Marzocco is the parts and repair network. La Maraoccos are primarily caffe machines and there is a network in place to keep these running 7 days a week as an outage would be a disaster for both the caffe and the espresso addicted populace. The Mini uses the same parts as the commercial machines, at least for the replaceable bits (vacuum breaker, gicleur, valve rebuild parts, group gasket, dispersion screen, etc.) and the network of caffe repair personnel can easily work on the Mini (and presumably the Micra). I had a minor issue with my Mini, vacuum breaker needed replacement, which is quite normal as this part wears out periodically. I called LM for advice and they suggested a local repair person. I contacted him in the afternoon and he said he would repair it at my house and would be over that evening. I said, “What? I can wait until tomorrow (or next week)!” Nope, he was coming that evening. He replaced the vacuum breaker, showed me around the internals of my machine a bit, and the total bill including travel time was quite reasonable. The next time the vacuum breaker needed replacement I did it myself and the part was readily available even during the pandemic. By comparison a friend had an issue with a popular prosumer brand machine and he had to pack up his machine, transport it to the shop, and then wait 1-2 months for completion of the repair due to supply chain issues or whatever. Most espresso machines by design are not consumer grade items that require no service. They are more like an automobile that needs an annual oil change or a performance bicycle that requires periodic tune-ups than an iPhone that just works for 2-4 years until you drop it, break the screen, and replace it with the latest model.

How did you manage to merge my two passions, espresso and beatbox?! A new level of respect for sure lol

I think it’s a nice equipment. I own a DC Mina, and even though I enjoy flow control, I find this machine quite appealing too. Thank you Lance!

Love the in depth reviews!

While I watched the video I thought I'd bought it if it was 2.000$, I didn't expected such a high price!

I think the Micra is originally what the Mini was suppose to be. Clearly smaller than the Mini (oxymoron) and clearly a real home unit vs the Mini half home/ half commercial unit. I really think this hits a solid double and if the batter is a fast runner, it's an easy triple! With a naked filter, who needs a plastic splitter? Great job LM! Lance, how about a review of LM Leva - that is a real machine!!!

Love the new space... keep grinding Lance... love you.

Fantastic review. This machine is at the top of my list, even at its price. The quality makes it worthwhile IMO

I’ve had the LMLM for 3 yrs or so now and love it. Reliability and consistency are great and included in the price. I think if you were considering the LMLM, this is the perfect option, most people don’t need to do 30 shots in a row and the LMLM will remain a go-to for pop-us, carts, etc. no doubt the micra will be great for the typical home user and less overkill than the mini.

5 minutes heat up time for a dual boiler is just fantastic. Price is not to high for a plumbable capable machine. The intern lay-out is great for this small footprint. Inshort, I think they made a home-run with this machine.

The more videos like these I watch, the more I appreciate the choice of brewing coffee I use! THE FRENCH PRESS!!!

Really helpful review. I recently bought a Rancilio Silvia Pro X and my priority in the decision was an established community of home users, quality materials/build, consistent shots, PID, and dual boilers. If I were to be looking for flow control and other features, I would be comparing this Micra to other products. However, the pricing doesn't quite line up with the features.

Awesome review, perfect,as always. On the pressure profiling subject: I"ll never forget how disappointed I felt the day that I found out that that paddle Is actually a glorified on off switch. Please, potentiometer people build a pressure profile kit that actually gives a decent job for that paddle!

Great video Lance! One small technical piece- the pump head bypass adjustment on the Linea Mini can be adjusted with the body casing on. Drop the metal board box, pull it forward, and you can reach the adjustment screw with an open or box-end 10mm wrench. (It is definitely more accessible on the Micra though!)

Didn’t expect a micra review this early.. thanks a lot lance - great as always 🙏🏻

Thanks Lance, great video review. Mine is on the way after careful consideration and your thoughts. Flow control not a big deal, long term reliability is huge.

Great video and production as always Lance. I have a 6 year old LMLM at home and it has been incredibly reliable. Although I was wishing LM would have brought flow control out instead of a smaller brother that is priced the same when I bought my LMLM.

Beautiful machine Lance! As to the price, at the end of the day people who buy La Marzocco know what they're getting. You're paying for top quality, reliability and a brand.

Great info and I love your Video and I just ordered one because of your info!

Just took delivery of mine. I absolutely love it.

Honestly I want more nerdy deep dives into the inner workings of espresso machines even if not a review

Lance, another detailed and informative review. I do agree about the price point. Are you surprised that small but nice features such as a timer display or auto flush were not incorporated? Would love to hear your honest review on the E1 Prima now that it has been on the market for a bit. Thanks

That beatboxing is out of nowhere but I love it. So sick. You are very good at it. And always, enjoy watching your videos.

Thanks a lot for your honesty Sir Lance 🙏 you're the best

I use the single spout for spro-over. It's easier to get a decanter under and it doesn't spurt.

This machine is definitely the La Marzocco I've been looking for. A machine with longevity and well thought out. I would lower the pressure to 6 bars, and just start making coffee. I work with coffee, and repair espressomachines as well. I just want a machine that consistently can make the same coffee for me and my girlfriend, in a proper price range.

Thank you for such a detailed review of the LM Micra. Had this been available two years ago when I was setting up my coffee bench, I definitely would have picked this up.😁☕☕😁

First off, I don’t usually comment on videos. Secondly, new to your channel, which I Just sub’d. THANK you for this deep dive into this machine. Your content is amazing and valuable.

Haha was pumped to see another great looking la marzocco machine... then I checked the price and cried a little on the inside

Incredible review. Subscribed!

Great review Lance, perfectly pronounced, smooth and fast going through the product professionally. LMLμ is way too expensive unfortunately.

It seems to me like the competition is not actually between this and the Mini, but rather this and the GS3. I am a home espresso fanatic with an E61 machine now. I have been looking to upgrade for awhile now and this might be the machine for me. I will almost never be pulling more than 6 shots in a row without the time to let it catch up, so the smaller footprint and price tag is a plus to me if the quality of the shot is the same. I can't see a reason why (as a home user), I would go for the Mini over the Micra based on this review. I can see going for something like the GS3 though to get flow control. Then it's a question of $4,000 rather than $2,000 which definitely hurts. In summary it feels like I go with a flow control E61 of some kind (which are not actually that much cheaper than the Micra), the Micra, or a GS3. I personally am leaning towards the Micra. For home users who want consistency and reliability it seems the way to go. Thoughts?

I was thinking it would be 2500.. 4k is wild

I have been dreaming of a Linea machine for years but ever since I got an E61 machine it kind of killed my dream. It's just simply so beatiful to operate a machine. I just love pressing the level, option for flow control. I still think Linea Mini/Micra are a fantastic machine. I just like having more tinkering options, I think I'll always opt for an E61 brew group.

I had a two group Linea with the Bambi caps mod and dual PID in my kitchen for 5 years. it pulled absolutely fantastic shots but when we moved south from New York State and were temporarily in an apartment, there was not only no space for it but I could not possibly plumb it in or add a 240 volt circuit for it. I replaced it with an Alex Izzo Duetto III. Dual PID and rotary pump but no flow control or adjustable pre-infusion. it makes absolutely fantastic shots, and we've been using it everyday for 5 years with no issues at all. That being said, if I was looking for a new home machine, the Micra would be on my short list in that price range. But... it's close to $1000 more than the Duetto IV Plus, and I can't imagine that the shots would be significantly better.

Regardless of performance or brand reputation, I think people will have the perception that the Micra is a baby/diluted version of the Linea Mini and I think that's really gonna be the thing that bites La Marzocco on this one. Especially at that price, where most people would probably spring for the Mini or go for a cheaper but still maxed out dual boiler E61 option with more features. Not to mention the Decent. I don't think they've added nearly enough in the differentiation department.

If they brought this out earlier it would probably sell well. Layoffs are starting to hit for their target audience so it will probably not sell well. I’ll be keeping my Flair 😊

Great review! I agree with you, I wouldn’t spend 4k on a machine without flow control but in the other hand I think it worth the price if you want something really robust and reliable

Great review. Thanks Lance

The price isn’t just a little bit too much… it’s a lot too much.

This price is nuts

Thanks for a superb video, clearly you know coffee machines in & out & i love the enthusiasm for all things 'nerdy' if i were to buy a new machine you would be the one i'd turn to. Studio design is great too , love dark vibe, keep up the fantastic work & big hello from great britain

Hi Lance. Great video as always. The point you made about the short steam wand resonates with me. On my LMLMini, I find that when steaming milk for a 200ml cup, some small jugs are fine with virtually zero milk wastage (stock jug and Edo for example) whereas others (like Fellow) result in more wastage. So the LMLMicra with its even shorter steam wand, will waste even more milk. Not an issue for those who have larger milk drinks. Incidentally, this is one reason why I didn’t like the Sage/Breville Oracle with its auto steam function - you need too much milk for it to operate without wastage.

Thanks for keeping me engaged even though I have no plans on getting a home espresso machine

Hey Lance! Fantastic deep dive into the Micra! Though, I'm apprehensive about the short steam wand since I would need a bigger milk pitcher if I want to steam a 10oz latte. I feel like I would either not get the appropriate angle within the pitcher to get the milk texture silky smooth from the start. This is my only road block from buying this machine! Everything else seems amazing!

Great review mate. Thanks heaps

A fantastic Review of La Marzocco's New Home Espresso Machine, looks like something that would really suit a small coffee roasters like us or even for home :)

Great video lance. I agree - it’s a lot for what it is!

Thanks for reviewing the product so thoroughly. You did a deep dive beyond the brochure for sure. After owning a high end home focused machine the inevitable need for repairs has come. No one local wants to fix it, and shipping/logistics/time lost and costs, beyond reasonable. I confirmed your points about quality with a repair company, confirmed their ability as well as willingness to repair the machine and the investment is a smart move. I don’t want to throw a machine away again, and will invest in quality and a network of support to keep this running. I make 4 shot/milk based drinks for myself and coworkers 5 days per week. Starbucks will cost $20 each day and isn’t close to the quality I can make with a machine like this paired with quality beans. I will pay the price for a good filter and a water supply line hookup and will take good care of an expensive machine that should last for many years. Thanks again for your review!

We own a Decent espresso machine and tbh we hardly tweak the settings. I like having the additional profiling options, though. I have seen people on the Decent forum that are overwhelmed by the Decent and give up and sell. The Micra is for them. Keep up the great videos.

Love the lighting in the video! Crisp AF!

Awesome video as always, jut what Im looking for!!!! Thank you.

I remember commenting on your first letting you know that I thought the focus was not correct. I must admit, the video quality has improved substantially. Much more pleasant to watch your great content this way!

Great video Lance. I'd love to get one of these on my bench one of these days 😎

Thanks for the video. This is the perfect machine for me. Dual Boiler, good looks, and quality. I have no need for flow control, I just want a non-E61 machine that works. Very well balanced in looks, and will look even better with some walnut accents. It's not cheap, but when price is the only negative, it's still a winner in my books. Should be perfect for the home.

Awesome video. Definitely makes me consider buying one (have been eyeing a Linea Mini for years). Yes it’s a lot of money and doesn’t have all the bells and whistles but it’s a la marzocco. It’s like a classic s class.

Your videos really have the "La Marzocco" quality (for cheeper). Thanks for sharing. The Linea Micro is a beast. The water reservoir is a great idea especially. But I'd prefer to bye a ASCASO Steel Duo PID (Half the price, same results). And with the difference, I'll buy a great grinder.

Hey Lance, Single spout portafilter user here. Yes we exist😉. I almost never need to split shots and as I use a spring lever machine cutting the shot is quicker and cleaner with a single spout👍

I have never heard Lance beatboxing and now I want more!!!!

Sick video. Exactly what I was looking for

sudden beat boxing from you makes my morning amazing 😂😂😂

Great video. You nailed it with the analysis. At the end of the day to day consistency trumps everything else for me personally. The cost is reasonable relative to my pocketbook and needs. Having said that it is a 1st world issue when you are debating spending 2, 3, 4k on a expresso machine. To salve my pitiful conscience, I donated a l8ke amount to Unicef.

I have a Gs3 AV. And for me I really really want a Strada but I’d love LM to develop the app to work with it. I love using the app. It’s simple clear and just works.

Wow fast to review 👍 I like it! Should make my mini more valuable in the resale department

WTF this dude randomly beatboxes and then literally physically drops the base. Legend.

Great video Lance. What I have always found interesting is the question of value. I believe if you have an expectation that a specific machine will fit your needs perfectly then you will always be dissatisfied. There are options out there for everyone at all the price points in the world. This will be suitable for some and others will for some reason hate on it because LM didn't deliver them the perfect machine that suits their needs. If you want flow control, it's there in many other machines, quick heat up, also available. If you want simplicity, temp stability and a certain look then this might suit.

Thx for a great review, now i can decide 😊

Whel Lance at a glance I would definitely go for the mini. With so many manufacturers out there how is this product going to survive when below that price one can find the same quality with more convenience and better specs. Flow control is definitely a must. Basically I agree with every single thing you said, hell I didnt even have to post lol

Thanks, I have, Placed my order with La Marzocco….WOW…They said it will be sent shortly. Soon I have my Mini-Micra. Lance thanks for your review. It helped make my decision easier.

genuinely enjoyed the god tier beatboxing, unexpected and pleasantly enjoyable

Love the video and loving the moustache too 👍

I recently purchased a Bezzera Unica & then saw this & started feeling regret UNTIL I heard the price! Still very happy with my "relatively cheap" Unica! Cheers!

Excellent video Lance; thanks, and yes... it's worth it.

That was exactly what every person in the world who was waiting to see a micra was hoping for thank you. I laughed, I cried, I hurled. It had everything except an Emilee.

First of all, you look great. It’s been a while since I have tuned in. Video quality has improved quite a bit. I was guessing they would price this in the low $3k range, but it’s not far off.

I think I wept with joy when I saw this come up in my feed.