Breville Infuser vs Gaggia Classic Pro
Quick take: The Gaggia Classic Pro costs $130 less; the Breville Infuser heats up faster (30 seconds).
| Spec | Breville Infuser | Gaggia Classic Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $580 | $450 |
| Rating | 4.4★ (4,100) | 4.3★ (5,600) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Thermoblock | Single Boiler |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 15 bar |
| Water capacity | 61 oz | 72 oz |
| Warm-up time | 30 seconds | 10 minutes |
| Steam wand | Manual | Commercial Manual |
| Basket type | Pressurized & Unpressurized | Pressurized & Unpressurized |
| Best for | Enthusiasts | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 12.5 x 12.5 x 13.2 in | 9.5 x 8 x 14.2 in |
| Weight | 16 lbs | 18 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Breville Infuser
- ✓Pre-infusion for better extraction
- ✓PID temperature control
- ✓Good build quality
- ✓Reasonable price
- ✗No built-in grinder
- ✗Single boiler
- ✗Basic steam wand
Gaggia Classic Pro
- ✓Commercial group head size
- ✓Excellent steam wand
- ✓Huge modding community
- ✓Great upgrade path
- ✗No PID (easy to add)
- ✗Single boiler workflow
- ✗Basic appearance
- ✗Steep learning curve