ECM Mechanika VI Slim vs La Pavoni Cellini Evo PID
Technical comparison · Heat exchanger
Mechanika VI Slim is ahead on water tank capacity; beyond that the two differ in pump type and group head type, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, Mechanika VI Slim ranks #6 of 25, Cellini Evo PID #15.
| Parameter |
Mechanika VI Slim
ECM
F4 · Semi-professional
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Cellini Evo PID
La Pavoni
F4 · Semi-professional
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1000–2200 € | ~1000–2200 € |
| Price updated on | 09/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25 × 44.5 × 39.5 cm | 29.5 × 43 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 20.2 kg | 24.7 kg |
| Power (W) | 1500 W | 1520 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 220 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Boiler architecture | Heat exchanger (HX) | Heat exchanger (HX) |
| Portafilter diameter (mm) | 58 mm mm | 58 mm mm |
| PID control | Yes | Yes |
| Pump type | Vibration | Rotary |
| Group head type | Proprietary | E61 |
| Boiler material | Stainless steel | Copper |
| Water tank capacity (l) | 2.8 l | 1.7 l |
| Steam wand | — | Manual steam wand |
| Plumbable | — | Yes |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | Yes |
The differences that matter
- Water tank capacity: Mechanika VI Slim 2.8 l vs Cellini Evo PID 1.7 l — Mechanika VI Slim wins (+65%)
- Pump type: Mechanika VI Slim Vibration · Cellini Evo PID Rotary
- Group head type: Mechanika VI Slim Proprietary · Cellini Evo PID E61
- Boiler material: Mechanika VI Slim Stainless steel · Cellini Evo PID Copper
Which one to choose
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