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Moccamaster KBGV Select vs Nuova Simonelli Appia Life 2-Group
| Moccamaster KBGV Select | Nuova Simonelli Appia Life 2-Group | |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |  |
| Brand | Moccamaster | Nuova Simonelli |
| Category | Filter / Pour-over | Espresso |
| Target user | ||
| Price | €339 | €5,500 |
| Year | 2020 | 2017 |
| Power | 1520 W | 3300 W |
| Weight | 1.7 kg | 44.0 kg |
| Water tank | 1250 ml | — |
| Display | None | lcd |
| App control | No | No |
| Automation | — | volumetric |
| Boiler | — | dual boiler |
| Portafilter | — | — |
| Colors | multiple | whiteblackstainless |
| Dimensions | — | — |
| Water source | tank | plumbed |
| Water filter | No | No |
| Programmable volumes | No | Yes |
| Connectivity | — | — |
| PID control | — | Yes |
| Pump type | — | rotary |
| Max pressure | — | 9 bar |
| Pressure profiling | — | — |
| Pre-infusion | — | — |
| Group head | — | — |
| Basket type | — | — |
| Steam wand | — | professional |
| Milk system | — | — |
| Hot water spout | — | — |
| Built-in grinder | — | — |
| Grinder burr | — | — |
| Grinder steps | — | — |
| Method | drip | — |
| Filter type | paper basket | — |
| Filter size | — | — |
| Brew capacity | — | — |
| Material | — | — |
| Electric | — | — |
| Temp control | — | — |
| Bloom pause | — | — |
| Showerhead | — | — |
| Keep warm | Yes | — |
| Capsule system | — | — |
| Compatible capsules | — | — |
| Cup sizes | — | — |
| Description | Moccamaster KBGV Select — the fully SCA-certified version with adjustable flow rate for 1- or 10-cup brewing. Dutch-made, 5-year warranty, and the same legendary brewing quality as the classic KBG. | Nuova Simonelli Appia Life — a workhorse 2-group commercial machine trusted by coffee shops worldwide. Ergonomic design, soft infusion pre-wetting, and the reliability that comes from decades of commercial espresso manufacturing. |
| Made in | Netherlands | Italy |