Gaggia Classic Evo Pro vs Gaggia Classic Pro E24
Quick take: The Gaggia Classic Evo Pro costs $49 less; the Gaggia Classic Evo Pro heats up faster (3 minutes).
| Spec | Gaggia Classic Evo Pro | Gaggia Classic Pro E24 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $500 | $549 |
| Rating | 4.6★ (2,400) | 4.6★ (340) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Single Boiler | Single Boiler |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 9 bar | 9 bar |
| Water capacity | 72 oz | 72 oz |
| Warm-up time | 3 minutes | 5 minutes |
| Steam wand | Manual | Commercial Manual |
| Basket type | Unpressurized | Pressurized & Unpressurized |
| Best for | Enthusiasts | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 8 x 9.5 x 14.2 in | 8 x 9.5 x 14.2 in |
| Weight | 20 lbs | 19 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Gaggia Classic Evo Pro
- ✓Best entry-level prosumer machine
- ✓Endless mod community
- ✓Solid commercial-style portafilter
- ✓Legendary durability
- ✓9-bar pressure tuned from factory
- ✗Single boiler means waiting between brew and steam
- ✗No PID stock
- ✗Small drip tray
- ✗Manual workflow not for beginners
Gaggia Classic Pro E24
- ✓Brass boiler holds temperature noticeably better than the old aluminum Classics
- ✓Bigger boiler capacity means stronger steam and more back-to-back drinks
- ✓Same 17-gauge stainless body and 58mm group the mod community has upgraded for decades
- ✓Factory-tuned 9-bar OPV so shots pull correctly out of the box
- ✗Still no PID from the factory - temperature surfing or a mod kit required
- ✗Single boiler means waiting between brewing and steaming
- ✗$50-100 premium over the outgoing Evo Pro for the same workflow
- ✗Small drip tray fills fast