Ascaso Steel Duo PID vs Gaggia Espresso Evolution
Technical comparison · Thermoblock
Steel Duo PID and Espresso Evolution are not direct competitors: different use classes. Espresso Evolution is the entry-level choice; Steel Duo PID offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Steel Duo PID
Ascaso
F3 · Advanced
|
Espresso Evolution
Gaggia
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F1 — Entry |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 27 × 31.5 × 36 cm | 19.9 × 25.5 × 30.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15 kg | 3.7 kg |
| Power (W) | 2000 W | 1900 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Boiler architecture | Thermoblock | — |
| Portafilter diameter (mm) | — | 53 mm mm |
| PID control | Yes | Yes |
| Max pump pressure (bar) | — | 15 bar |
| Pump type | Vibration | — |
| Pre-infusion | Programmable | — |
| Boiler material | — | Stainless steel |
| Water tank capacity (l) | 2 l | 1.2 l |
| Heat-up time (s) | 60 s | — |
| Steam wand | Manual steam wand | Panarello |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | — |
The differences that matter
- Water tank capacity: Steel Duo PID 2 l vs Espresso Evolution 1.2 l
- Steam wand: Steel Duo PID Manual steam wand · Espresso Evolution Panarello
Which one to choose
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