ECM Elektronika II Profi vs La Pavoni Cellini Evo PID
Technical comparison · Heat exchanger
The difference that matters most between these two heat exchangers is temperature control: one has PID, which lets you set and hold a precise boiler temperature, the other relies on a mechanical thermostat. It's the choice between dialling in a number and living with a fixed thermal switch point.
| Parameter |
Elektronika II Profi
ECM
F4 · Semi-professional
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Cellini Evo PID
La Pavoni
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~2200–5000 € | ~1000–2200 € |
| Price updated on | 09/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 32.5 × 47.5 × 40 cm | 29.5 × 43 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 29 kg | 24.7 kg |
| Power (W) | 1400 W | 1520 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 220 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Boiler architecture | Heat exchanger (HX) | Heat exchanger (HX) |
| Portafilter diameter (mm) | — | 58 mm mm |
| PID control | No | Yes |
| Pump type | Rotary | Rotary |
| Group head type | Proprietary | E61 |
| Boiler material | Stainless steel | Copper |
| Water tank capacity (l) | 3 l | 1.7 l |
| Steam wand | — | Manual steam wand |
| Plumbable | — | Yes |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | Yes |
The differences that matter
- PID control: absent on Elektronika II Profi, present on Cellini Evo PID → only PID lets you set an exact temperature value.
- Tank: 3 l (Elektronika II Profi) vs 1.7 l (Cellini Evo PID) → fewer refills during sessions with several shots.
Which one to choose
Choose Elektronika II Profi if…
Without PID, brew temperature follows the boiler's mechanical thermostat: choosing the Elektronika II Profi means accepting this simpler control in exchange for a 3-litre tank, which in practice means fewer refills during sessions with several shots.
Choose Cellini Evo PID if…
With PID, temperature is set and held at a precise value: useful for repeating the same extraction without depending on when the thermostat kicks in. The 1.7-litre tank needs more frequent refills than the Elektronika II Profi's 3 litres.
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