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	Gaggia	La Pavoni
MSRP
MSRP	$449	$730
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Manual
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	49 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Mechanical Piston
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.1L	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.1 L - Reservoir	0 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Coated Aluminum	Chrome
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass, Polished Face	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	No
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	No
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	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	No
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	No
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	5.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The La Pavoni Europiccola is a manual espresso machine priced at $730, designed for advanced users, while the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo, which is a semi-automatic machine, is more budget-friendly at $449 and tailored for beginners. Both machines are from reputable brands, known for their quality in espresso making. The La Pavoni model requires a higher skill level, emphasizing the craftsmanship involved, whereas the Gaggia model is positioned to be more accessible to novice users.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the La Pavoni Europiccola utilizes a lever activation system with a single boiler heating element and a quick heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. Meanwhile, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo employs a rocker switch for activation, also featuring a single boiler, but it has a longer heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. The brew boiler capacity of the La Pavoni is 0.8 liters, significantly larger than the Gaggia’s 0.1 liters, indicating that the former can brew larger volumes at once. The Gaggia Classic Pro Evo has a water reservoir capacity of 2.1 liters, which allows for more extended use without frequent refilling.

Features Comparison

The features of both machines cater to different preferences; the La Pavoni Europiccola has a flow control option and a steam wand, while it lacks features like hot water availability or auto shutoff. In contrast, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo includes a solenoid valve and the ability to dispense hot water but does not offer flow control or pre-infusion options. Both machines, however, include steam wands for frothing milk, enabling users to create espresso drinks like lattes and cappuccinos. Each machine presents a unique set of features aimed at differing levels of user experience and preferences in espresso making.

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