La Pavoni Cellini Evo PID vs Quick Mill Aquila

Technical comparison · Heat exchanger

In brief

Cellini Evo PID and Aquila are not direct competitors: different use classes. Aquila is the entry-level choice; Cellini Evo PID offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
La Pavoni Cellini Evo PID Cellini Evo PID La Pavoni F4 · Semi-professional
Quick Mill Aquila Aquila Quick Mill F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~1000–2200 € —
Price updated on 09/2026 —
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 29.5 × 43 × 37 cm 30.8 × 48.2 × 36.3 cm
Weight (kg) 24.7 kg 28.5 kg
Power (W) 1520 W —
Voltage (V) 220 V —
Category specs
Boiler architecture Heat exchanger (HX) Heat exchanger (HX)
Portafilter diameter (mm) 58 mm mm —
PID control Yes Yes
Pump type Rotary Rotary
Pre-infusion — Programmable
Group head type E61 —
Boiler material Copper Stainless steel
Water tank capacity (l) 1.7 l 3 l
Steam wand Manual steam wand —
Plumbable Yes Yes
Pressure gauge Yes Yes
Ecosystem
Software notes — The OLED display shows temperature, shot timer, water shortage sensor, standby and eco modes. No app or connectivity is listed.

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: Cellini Evo PID 1.7 l vs Aquila 3 l
  • Boiler material: Cellini Evo PID Copper · Aquila Stainless steel

Which one to choose

Choose Aquila if…

you value water tank capacity.

See the Aquila sheet →

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