La Marzocco Strada X 2 Group Espresso Machine - Insulated Boiler + ABR Scales

Designing the Strada Espresso Machine

Over the course of two years, La Marzocco collaborated with thirty of the world’s finest coffee professionals to design an espresso machine, forming a group known as the “Street Team.” Their collective expertise led to the creation of the Strada, named after the Italian word for "Street" in their honour. The machine was developed to meet the needs of both expert baristas and coffee enthusiasts, blending functionality with design to enhance the espresso-making experience.

Enhancements in the Second Generation Strada

The second generation of the Strada builds upon the original design, offering improved features and modernised aesthetics. Its lower profile not only invites customer engagement in a café setting but also provides baristas with a spacious and open work area. Additionally, the Strada platform encourages creativity and customisation, allowing each machine to be tailored to the specific needs of individual baristas and cafés. It is available in two configurations, ensuring it meets the unique demands of coffee professionals around the world.

La Marzocco Strada X Brochure

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• Free! Delivery (Worth £95): 4-7 working days handling and delivery time from London Warehouse.
  
• Free! Bronze Service Plan (Worth £1200): Gives you 1-year parts coverage, labour or call-out fees, direct phone support for quick technical help. Click here for more info about this plan
• Free! Installation, Water Filter and on-site training (Worth £350)
• Free! 5KG of MONT58 Organic Coffee Beans (Worth £145): Start your journey with premium beans on us.
• 10 Trees planted with every order of a La Marzocco Strada X - With our environmental Project through Ecologi.
  

Features

Straight-in Portafilters: Simplify the engagement process, reducing strain by 12x for baristas, improving performance and usability.

Pro Touch Steam Wands: High-performing steam wands that remain cool to the touch.

Eco Mode: Programmable stand-by mode for improved energy efficiency.

Smart Saturation: Monitors flow rate during preinfusion to ensure consistent results.\

USB: Easy firmware updates via USB.

Steam Flush: Automatically cleans group heads with a burst of steam and hot water between extractions.

Pro App Compatible: Connects to the La Marzocco Pro App for easy management of profiles and settings.

Cup Warmer (Special Order): Keeps espresso and cappuccino cups at the proper temperature.

Hot Water Economizer: Fine-tune tap water temperature for tea.

Paddle-Based Programming: Redesigns paddles to prevent damage to the puck, avoiding channelling.

Mass-Based Profiling: Integrated scales for precise control of the pressure curve using beverage mass.

Personalised Colours (Special Order): Customisable colours based on the RAL system.

Insulated Boilers: Reduces energy consumption and improves temperature stability.

Independent Saturated Boilers: Separate boilers for each group head to optimise temperature for different coffees.

Dual PID (Coffee and Steam): Precise control over both coffee and steam boilers.

Proportional Steam Valve: Lever-style activation for a proportional solenoid steam valve.

Intuitive Interface: Familiar control methods to help baristas focus on the coffee, not the tech.

ABR Scales

The Auto Brew Ratio (ABR) is a set of scales built into the drip tray of the La Marzocco Linea PB and some other models such as the KB90, GB5s and Strada AV. They allow the barista to create a higher level of consistency with each brew. This integrated scale platform is incorporated into the machine's electronic system and is designed to take the rigours of daily café use, being released only after extensive research done by La Marzocco. The ABR comes in 2 modes:

Ratio Mode - Place the loaded portafilter on to the drip tray scale, allowing the machine to weight the amount of coffee grounds, then you can select an appropriate brew ratio and the machine will stop the shot automatically when the ratio has been achieved.

Mass Mode - The barista has the option to activate the brew group by selecting one of the programmed beverage mass buttons, once the correct mass has been achieved the scale sends a signal to the brew group to shut off and stop the brew.

Specifications of Strada X

	2 group	3 group
Height (cm)	50	50
Width (cm)	83	103
Depth (cm)	69	69
Weight (kg)	77	94
Voltage	200V Single Phase 220V Single / 3 Phase 380V 3 Phase	200V Single Phase 220V Single / 3 Phase 380V 3 Phase
Wattage	4800 - 5666	6730 - 7783
Coffee boiler capacity (L)	2.6	3.9
Steam boiler capacity (L)	8.2	11.8

La Marzocco Strada S vs Strada X: Which Commercial Machine is Best for Your Cafe?

The La Marzocco Strada S and Strada X share features like auto brew ratio, customisable pressure curves, and compatibility with smart grinders, but they differ in interface and user control:

	Strada S (Simplified/Standard)	Strada X (The Flagship)
Control Interface	3-button volumetric (AV)	Manual-to-Profile Paddle
Pressure Control	Static (Fixed pump pressure)	Dynamic (Independent gear pumps)
Pre-infusion	Programmable (Time-based)	Smart Saturation (Backpressure-sensing)
Portafilter Style	Standard (Twist-in)	Straight-in (Ergonomic/No-twist)
Profiling	None (Volumetric only)	Full Pressure Profiling (Mass-based)
Pumps	Single external pump	Independent internal pumps (Per group)
Scales	Optional (ABR)	Integrated as standard

1. Pressure Profiling vs Auto-Volumetrics

• Strada S: Designed for speed and reliability, this is an Auto-Volumetric (AV) machine. You simply programme your desired yield (e.g., 36g), and it delivers consistent shots at a steady 9 bars. It is the perfect commercial espresso machine for busy environments where staff simplicity is key.

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• Strada X: Is a profiling machine powered by the new Strada X grouphead technology. The redesigned grouphead enables precise pressure and flow control at the puck. Baristas can create custom pressure curves using the paddle, which can then be recorded and replayed for consistent, flavour-led extractions—especially with light-roast speciality coffees.

2. Smart Saturation Technology

The Strada X introduces Smart Saturation, a game-changer for consistency. It uses internal flow meters to ensure the puck is 100% saturated before the pump engages. This virtually eliminates "channeling," reducing waste and ensuring every cup meets your shop's standards. The Strada S uses traditional time-based pre-infusion, which is reliable but less precise.

3. Barista Ergonomics & RSI Prevention

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One of the biggest selling points for the Strada X in the UK is the Straight-in Portafilter. Similar to the La Marzocco KB90, it removes the "twist" motion required by the Strada S. By simply pushing the handle in, you reduce the risk of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) by up to 12 times—a vital consideration for high-volume UK high street cafes.

4. Independent Gear Pumps

The Strada X features independent internal gear pumps for each group head. This allows you to run different pressure profiles simultaneously on the same machine. In contrast, the Strada S relies on a single external pump, making it a robust but less flexible "workhorse" for multi-barista stations.

The Verdict: Investment vs Performance

• Choose the Strada S for a reliable, volumetric workflow that prioritises speed and ease of training.

• Choose the Strada X for the ultimate in flavour precision, barista health, and cutting-edge profiling technology.

London Coffee Festival 2025: Prime Coffee Suppliers x La Marzocco

Prime Coffee Suppliers has just returned from the London Coffee Festival 2025! As the UK’s flagship coffee event, London was the perfect stage to witness the next evolution of brewing technology and specialty coffee culture.

The star of the show for our team was undoubtedly the La Marzocco Strada X.

The Strada X represents a new pinnacle in pressure profiling and consistency. Seeing it in action confirmed its reputation as the ultimate tool for the modern barista. Its ability to deliver unparalleled control over every shot, combined with La Marzocco’s legendary aesthetic and thermal stability, made it the most talked-about machine at the festival.

About La Marzocco

Known worldwide as the pioneer in Coffee Extraction and Espresso machines, La Marzocco, born in 1927 has been a constant innovator in the coffee industry producing the finest machines possible born on the manifesto of incorporating qualities that are rarely accepted by the present day industrial culture:  intuition, sensitivity, and a desire to accept managed risk as an essential part of their work.

La Marzocco has always focused on the values of integrity, impact, curiosity, courage and celebration. This is what has allowed them to continually innovate and persevere in the manufacturing of the finest in class specialty coffee equipment.