ECM Mechanika VI Slim vs Sanremo Cube R

Technical comparison · Heat exchanger

In brief

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 #3 of 16, Cube R #10.

Parameter
ECM Mechanika VI Slim Mechanika VI Slim ECM F4 · Semi-professional
Sanremo Cube R Cube R Sanremo F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Launch year 2021
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) ~1000–2200 € ~2200–5000 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 25 × 44.5 × 39.5 cm 33.6 × 32.3 × 37.1 cm
Weight (kg) 20.2 kg 27.7 kg
Power (W) 1500 W 1500 W
Voltage (V) 230 V 230 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
Pre-infusion Passive spring
Group head type Proprietary Thermosiphon
Boiler material Stainless steel Stainless steel
Water tank capacity (l) 2.8 l 1.8 l
Plumbable Yes
Pressure gauge Yes

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: Mechanika VI Slim 2.8 l vs Cube R 1.8 l — Mechanika VI Slim wins (+56%)
  • Pump type: Mechanika VI Slim Vibration · Cube R Rotary
  • Group head type: Mechanika VI Slim Proprietary · Cube R Thermosiphon

Which one to choose

Choose Mechanika VI Slim if…

you value water tank capacity.

See the Mechanika VI Slim sheet →

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