Gaggia Classic UP vs La Pavoni Casabar PID Steel
Technical comparison · Single boiler
Casabar PID Steel is the most capable in its class. Casabar PID Steel is the only one of the two showing a measurable advantage, starting with water tank capacity; on the other available specs the data does not separate them. On the category's technical index, Casabar PID Steel ranks #1 of 19, Classic UP #8.
| Parameter |
Classic UP
Gaggia
F2 · Intermediate
|
Casabar PID Steel
La Pavoni
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | — | 987 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 20 × 27 × 36 cm | 23.5 × – × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.1 kg | 13.3 kg |
| Power (W) | 1200 W | 1320 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Boiler architecture | — | Single boiler |
| Portafilter diameter (mm) | 58 mm mm | 58 mm mm |
| PID control | Yes | Yes |
| Brew pressure (bar) | 9 bar | — |
| Max pump pressure (bar) | 15 bar | 15 bar |
| Pump type | — | Vibration |
| 3-way solenoid valve | Yes | — |
| Boiler material | Brass | Brass |
| Water tank capacity (l) | 2.1 l | 3 l |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | Yes |
The differences that matter
- Water tank capacity: Classic UP 2.1 l vs Casabar PID Steel 3 l
Which one to choose
Choose Casabar PID Steel if…
you value water tank capacity. It is the most capable in its class.
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