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What are the differences between espresso machine types? When you’re looking to run a coffee house, cafe or even a mobile espresso business, one of the first things you need to figure out is which espresso machine works best for you. This task may seem daunting, but we’re here to break it down for you. Modern commercial espresso machines fall into four primary categories: lever (manual), semi-automatic, automatic, and super-automatic.

Comparing a propane gas powered espresso machine to one with a 220v 4000w electric heating element is like comparing a scooter to an automobile, respectively. They both will get you to your destination, but the scooter will take longer and the volume of people you can transport (number of drinks made at one time) is limited.

The daily cleaning of your espresso machine should be done at least at the last shift or at the end of the night. We show you how.