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	Gaggia	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$449	$2999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.1L	Brew: 0.4L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.1L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.1 L - Reservoir	4 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Coated Aluminum	Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass, Polished Face	Chrome Plated Brass
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	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	9.1 kg	38.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Polished Stainless Steel, Clear Plastic

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Gaggia Classic Pro Evo is priced at $449 and is designed for beginners, making it an accessible entry point for those new to espresso brewing. In contrast, the Bezzera Matrix DE comes with a higher price tag of $2,999 and is targeted toward advanced users who are more experienced with espresso machines. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category, offering a balance of manual and automated features for brewing espresso.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to brewing information, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo features a rocker switch activation and a single boiler with a heating time of 5-15 minutes. Its brew group is made of chrome plated brass, and it has a water reservoir capacity of 2.1 liters. On the other hand, the Bezzera Matrix DE utilizes a button activation and boasts a dual boiler system that heats up in 15-30 minutes, with a larger brew boiler capacity of 0.4 liters and a water reservoir capacity of 4 liters. It also features a PID controlled group for precise temperature management.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo has a simpler set with no auto shutoff or gauges, but includes a steam wand and hot water functionality. In contrast, the Bezzera Matrix DE is equipped with a range of advanced features that include auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauges, concurrent brew and steam, flow control, and PID control with pre-infusion capabilities. The Bezzera Matrix DE also comes with a no-burn steam wand and over pressure valve for added safety and convenience, making it a more comprehensive machine for skilled users.

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