Gaggia Classic UP vs Lelit Kate
Technical comparison · Single boiler
Kate 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, Classic UP ranks #7 of 16, Kate #8.
| Parameter |
Classic UP
Gaggia
F2 · Intermediate
|
Kate
Lelit
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | — | ~450–1000 € |
| Price updated on | — | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 20 × 27 × 36 cm | 34 × 38 × 41.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 8.1 kg | 14.4 kg |
| Power (W) | 1200 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Boiler architecture | — | Single boiler |
| Portafilter diameter (mm) | 58 mm mm | 58 mm mm |
| PID control | Yes | — |
| Brew pressure (bar) | 9 bar | — |
| Max pump pressure (bar) | 15 bar | — |
| Pump type | — | Vibration |
| Pre-infusion | — | Programmable |
| 3-way solenoid valve | Yes | Yes |
| Group head type | — | Proprietary |
| Boiler material | Brass | Brass |
| Water tank capacity (l) | 2.1 l | 2.5 l |
| Steam wand | — | Manual steam wand |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | Yes |
The differences that matter
- Water tank capacity: Classic UP 2.1 l vs Kate 2.5 l
Which one to choose
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