Gaggia Velasca Prestige vs Siemens Home Appliances EQ300

Technical comparison · Bean-to-cup machines

In brief

Velasca Prestige and EQ300 are two bean-to-cup machines in a similar class. Choose Velasca Prestige if pre-ground bypass matters more; choose EQ300 if dishwasher-safe milk system matters more.

Parameter
Gaggia Velasca Prestige Velasca Prestige Gaggia F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F1 — Entry
Price
Price (€) ~450–1000 € 439 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 25.6 × 44 × 34 cm 25.1 × 43.3 × 38.3 cm
Weight (kg) 9.4 kg 7.1 kg
Power (W) 1850 W 1300 W
Voltage (V) 230 V 220 V
Category specs
Removable brew group Yes Yes
Milk system Milk carafe
Dishwasher-safe milk system No Yes
Integrated grinder Yes Yes
Integrated grinder burr type Ceramic Ceramic
Pre-ground bypass Yes No
Programmed drinks 6 5
Bean hopper capacity (g) 300 g 250 g
App connectivity No

The differences that matter

  • Dishwasher-safe milk system: EQ300 yes, Velasca Prestige no
  • Pre-ground bypass: Velasca Prestige yes, EQ300 no

Which one to choose

Choose Velasca Prestige if…

you value pre-ground bypass.

See the Velasca Prestige sheet →

Choose EQ300 if…

you value dishwasher-safe milk system.

See the EQ300 sheet →

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