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	Gaggia	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$449	$1335
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Toggle Switch
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Dream PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.1L	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.1 L - Reservoir	1.3 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Coated Aluminum	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass, Polished Face	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	9.1 kg	10 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Aluminum

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Dream PID is priced at $1,335, making it a more premium option compared to the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo, which is available for $449. While the Ascaso machine is designed for intermediate users, the Gaggia caters to beginners, offering a more accessible entry point into espresso making for those just starting out. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category, but their pricing and targeted skill levels significantly differentiate them.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Dream PID activates via a toggle switch, uses a thermoblock heating element, and has a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. It features a water reservoir capacity of 1.3 liters. In contrast, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo operates with a rocker switch, employs a single boiler heating element, and has a slightly longer heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes, along with a larger water reservoir capacity of 2.1 liters.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Ascaso Dream PID offers several advanced attributes such as auto shutoff, PID control, and pre-infusion capabilities, although it lacks a steam pressure gauge and dual PID control. The Gaggia Classic Pro Evo, on the other hand, does not have auto shutoff or PID control but includes a hot water function and a solenoid valve. Both machines come with steam wands for milk frothing, but neither offers integrated grinders or smart connectivity options, focusing primarily on essential espresso-making functionalities.

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