Great brew temperature consistancy
Incredibly powerful dry steam
Ability to run as auto or semi-auto

Difficult installation for home use
Large footprint for home use

This is the full comercial unit, 220 volt and fully plumbed. It took me almost 6 hours to install it and this was after a plumber and electrician provided all connection points under the counter for me. In the company's defense, they would have provided installation for free but I didn't want to wait for that! After the installation was complete, I spent the next week tweeking the machine. Using David Schomer's book, I dialed in the steam pressure and brew temp. I have to say that the shot quality was much improved over the Lyra (which is a very good machine in its own right). Consistancy is this machine's best attribute. Many less expensive machines can be coaxed into providing great shots but the Linea seems to provide shot after shot of exceptional quality with ease.

Let's talk about steam. The Lyra is a heat exchange system and stem is good but a little weak for whipping. The Linea is so powerful, I had to forget about using my small pitcher as milk was blasted all over the place! I can whip a large (32oz) pitcher with so much force, it almost becomes whipped cream! I found my latte art much improved with this frother (but still lacking)

Overall, I am very pleased with the Linea but would have rather had a home model that required a less involved installation.

I bought this machine from Espresso Parts Northwest and was very pleased. They provided alot of support and cell numbers for after hours support as well. A great experience.