Nuova Simonelli Appia Life Volumetric 2 Group Espresso Machine
Nuova Simonelli • Made in Italy
Appia Life Volumetric 2 Group
Consistent dosing. Comfortable controls. Built for daily service.
Our most popular Appia Life brings programmable espresso preparation and practical barista features to restaurants, hotels, shops, and offices.
Free business shipping
To a business address in the continental USA.
Free technician installation
Included within our service area.
2-year parts warranty
Standard warranty included with your machine.
Your espresso recipes, at the touch of a button
The Nuova Simonelli Appia Life Volumetric combines automatic dosing with a hands-on barista workflow. Program four espresso shot volumes per group, with matching settings across groups or independent settings to suit your menu.
Factory-programmed volumes help you get started, while customizable dosing supports consistency between users. From the morning rush to all-day hospitality service, the Appia Life is designed to keep espresso preparation straightforward.
Four doses per group
Set your preferred single, double, short, or long espresso volumes for one-touch dosing.
Push-Pull steam controls
Push upward to purge or lock the control down for continuous steaming, reducing repetitive hand movement.
Cool Touch steam wands
Designed for more comfortable handling and easier cleaning during everyday milk preparation.
Room for different cups
Raised groups accommodate most larger cups. Included portable risers support smaller cups.
Thoughtful details behind the bar
- See your extraction: The reverse-mirror backplate lets baristas view the groups or bottomless portafilter extractions without bending over.
- Comfortable portafilters: Solid chrome-plated brass construction, molded ergonomic handles, and rubber grips help reduce wrist strain.
- Simpler group cleaning: Automated backflushing helps streamline the daily cleaning routine.
- Pressure at a glance: Gauges display pump and steam pressure to help monitor machine operation.
- Soft Infusion included: Part of the Appia Life's espresso brewing feature set.
- Built for commercial use: Stainless steel and formed ABS body panels are supported by a solid steel frame.
Features & specifications
| Operation | Volumetric / automatic dosing |
|---|---|
| Programmable doses | 4 espresso shot volumes per group |
| Dimensions | 31" W × 22" D × 21" H |
| Boiler capacity | 11 liters |
| Voltage | 220 V |
| Power | 3,400 watts |
| Amp draw | 17 amps |
| Power connection | NEMA 6-20 |
| Water connection | Required |
| Drain | Required |
| Water filtration | Required; sold separately |
| Raised group heads | Included, with portable cup risers |
| Cool Touch wands | Included |
| Soft Infusion | Included |
| Group cleaning | Automated backflushing |
| Auto-steam | Optional; ask about availability |
| Country of manufacture | Italy |
Choose your finish: Standard black, or optional Pearl White or Red side panels. Contact our team to discuss your preferred color and the Auto-steam option.
Plan your installation
This machine requires a water connection, a drain, and the specified electrical connection. Water filtration is required and sold separately.
Before ordering, speak with our team to confirm installation service-area coverage and review your site's connections and filtration needs.
View the water softener kitSupport for your next coffee setup
Your purchase includes free shipping to a business address in the continental USA and free installation by our technician within our service area.
Warranty: Standard coverage includes 2 years on parts.
Barista training: Ask our team about training for your Appia Life so your staff can get familiar with dosing, steaming, and daily care.
Explore financingSales tax will be added for orders in WA, CA, IL, NY, and NC. Other applicable sales tax may depend on the manufacturer and shipping destination.
