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	Gaggia	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$449	$599.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	54 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Infuser 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	1.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Coated Aluminum	No Information
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	No
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	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	9.1 kg	7.7 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Infuser is priced at $599.95, while the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo comes in at a more affordable $449. Both machines are semi-automatic and are designed for beginners, making them suitable options for those new to espresso making. The difference in price may influence a buyer's choice, particularly if budget constraints are present.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Infuser employs a button activation and utilizes a thermoblock heating element with a quick heat-up time of under 5 minutes. On the other hand, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo features a rocker switch activation and uses a single boiler made of coated aluminum, taking between 5 to 15 minutes to heat up. The Breville has a water reservoir capacity of 1.8 liters, while the Gaggia's reservoir holds slightly more at 2.1 liters. Both machines use a vibration pump for brewing.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Breville Infuser offers several enhancements, including an auto shutoff, a boiler pressure gauge, and pre-infusion, although it lacks a steam pressure gauge. In contrast, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo does not include an auto shutoff or boiler pressure gauge, but it does feature a steam wand and a solenoid valve. Neither machine has an integrated grinder or advanced PID control features, indicating that both are intended for users who prefer manual brewing techniques without automatic adjustments.

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