Here is a quick view of some of the machines that we rotate in the coffeecrew.com labs. This chart is a work in progress. We will be explaining the features in better detail and inserting clickable links to full articles on each machine. The idea is that you will be able to find out exactly what you want or need, in the least amount of time.
I have just given this chart a slight update with some links added. All (or most) of the machine links, at the top, are linked to machine reviews - click on them. I have left out the Silvia and Baby, which I have not reviewed. Begs the question doesn't it? I have been using a Silvia 3 times a week for the last year or so. Where is the review? Soon. I promise, soon!
| Machines-> Specs-V |
Rancilio Silvia |
Gaggia Classic |
Gaggia Baby |
Gaggia Carezza |
Gaggia Espresso |
Saeco Classico |
Solis SL70 |
Le Lit 041 |
| Boiler | Brass | Alum | Alum | Alum | Alum | Steel | Brass | Brass |
| Portafilter | Comm. | Comm. | Comm. | Comm. | Comm. | Press. | Press. | Comm. |
| Cup Warmer | Y | Y | N | N | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Boiler Capacity |
12 ounce | 3.5 ounce | 3.5 ounce | 3.5 ounce | 3.5 ounce | 9 ounce | ||
| Reservoir Capacity |
2 quarts | 64 fl.ounce | 64 fl.ounce | 64 fl.ounce | 64 fl.ounce | 2 quarts | 3 quarts | 2 quarts |
| Drip Tray |
L | L | L | S | M | L | L | L |
| 3-Way Solenoid |
Y | Y | Y | N | N | N | N | Y |
| Construction | Steel | Steel | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Steel | Metal | Steel |
| Wattage | 1100 | 1400 | 1370 | 1370 | 1350 | 1000 | 1250 | 1050 |
| Price in USD |
$499 | $449 | $349 | $189 | $229 | $349 | $349 | $449 |
