969.Coffee ElbaV PID vs La Pavoni Cellini Classic

Technical comparison · Heat exchanger

In brief

Cellini Classic is ahead on water tank capacity; beyond that the two differ in boiler material, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, ElbaV PID ranks #12 of 27, Cellini Classic #24.

Parameter
969.Coffee ElbaV PID ElbaV PID 969.Coffee F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) ~1000–2200 € 1559 €
Price updated on 09/2026 —
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 23.5 × 43 × 40 cm 29.5 × 43 × 37 cm
Weight (kg) 23.5 kg 23 kg
Power (W) — 1400 W
Category specs
Boiler architecture Heat exchanger (HX) Heat exchanger (HX)
Portafilter diameter (mm) — 58 mm mm
PID control Yes —
Max pump pressure (bar) — 15 bar
Pump type — Vibration
Group head type — E61
Boiler material Stainless steel Copper
Water tank capacity (l) 2.5 l 2.9 l
Steam wand — Manual steam wand
Plumbable — No
Pressure gauge Yes Yes

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: ElbaV PID 2.5 l vs Cellini Classic 2.9 l
  • Boiler material: ElbaV PID Stainless steel · Cellini Classic Copper

Which one to choose

Choose Cellini Classic if…

you value water tank capacity.

See the Cellini Classic sheet →

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