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	Gaggia	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$449	$1725
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 Steel Duo 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	1.8 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	Yes
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	Yes
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	15 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Carbon, Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Gaggia Classic Pro Evo is priced at $449 and is designed for beginners, making it an accessible option for those new to espresso making. In contrast, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID is priced significantly higher at $1725 and caters to an intermediate skill level, appealing to users who have some experience and knowledge in espresso brewing. Both machines are semi-automatic, allowing for a degree of control over the brewing process.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing information, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo uses a rocker switch for activation and features a single boiler with an aluminum material for the brew boiler, resulting in a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. The Ascaso Steel Duo PID, activated by a toggle switch, employs a thermoblock heating system and boasts a much quicker heat-up time of under 5 minutes. The Gaggia has a brew boiler capacity of 0.1 liters, while the Ascaso has no explicitly stated capacity but features dual thermoblocks.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo is equipped with hot water functionality but lacks advanced features such as PID control and pre-infusion. On the other hand, the Ascaso Steel Duo PID stands out with its PID control, pre-infusion capability, and shot timer, enhancing precision for users. Furthermore, the Ascaso includes features like a boiler pressure gauge, dual PID control, no-burn steam wand, and over-pressure valve, making it a more advanced option compared to the Gaggia.

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