i have been using my atomic for 17 years and loved it , but have always admired the design of the little guy and the fact that it is stainless steel and not aluminium. But since i have moved to induction cooking. i thought i would try switching to the little guy, and i have not been disappointed. When combined with the purpose built induction unit, i find it producers a much better espresso with better crema and the steam wand producers much better and stronger steam. I am in love, and i wished i had switched over a long time ago!