Gaggia Classic Pro vs Gaggia Classic Evo Pro
Quick take: The Gaggia Classic Pro costs $50 less; the Gaggia Classic Evo Pro heats up faster (3 minutes).
| Spec | Gaggia Classic Pro | Gaggia Classic Evo Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $450 | $500 |
| Rating | 4.3★ (5,600) | 4.6★ (2,400) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Single Boiler | Single Boiler |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 9 bar |
| Water capacity | 72 oz | 72 oz |
| Warm-up time | 10 minutes | 3 minutes |
| Steam wand | Commercial Manual | Manual |
| Basket type | Pressurized & Unpressurized | Unpressurized |
| Best for | Enthusiasts | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 9.5 x 8 x 14.2 in | 8 x 9.5 x 14.2 in |
| Weight | 18 lbs | 20 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
Pros & cons
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
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