Izzo Alex PID vs Sanremo Cube
Technical comparison · Heat exchanger
Alex PID 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, Alex PID ranks #7 of 16, Cube #13.
| Parameter |
Alex PID
Izzo
F4 · Semi-professional
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Cube
Sanremo
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| 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) | 36.4 × 45 × 41.6 cm | 33.6 × 32.3 × 37.1 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 30 kg | 27.7 kg |
| Power (W) | 1400 W | 1500 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Boiler architecture | Heat exchanger (HX) | Heat exchanger (HX) |
| PID control | Yes | — |
| Pump type | Rotary | Vibration |
| Pre-infusion | — | Passive spring |
| Group head type | E61 | Thermosiphon |
| Boiler material | — | Stainless steel |
| Water tank capacity (l) | 2.3 l | 1.8 l |
| Plumbable | Yes | Yes |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | — |
The differences that matter
- Water tank capacity: Alex PID 2.3 l vs Cube 1.8 l — Alex PID wins (+28%)
- Pump type: Alex PID Rotary · Cube Vibration
- Group head type: Alex PID E61 · Cube Thermosiphon
Which one to choose
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