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De'Longhi Stilosa vs Gaggia Classic Evo Pro
The bottom line
It comes down to the water tank.
Get the Gaggia Classic Evo Pro if…
you hate refilling: a 72 oz tank vs. 33.8 oz.
Get the De'Longhi Stilosa if…
you want to spend less: price class $ vs. $$.
The Gaggia Classic Evo Pro is ahead on 1 specs, the De'Longhi Stilosa on 0. We earn a commission if you buy through these links. It never changes a score.
Score by category
Each bar is out of 100. Popularity is how often the machine sells on Amazon compared to all 126 machines.
De'Longhi StilosaGaggia Classic Evo Pro
Brewing
Milk
Convenience
Popularity
Why is the De'Longhi Stilosa better than the Gaggia Classic Evo Pro?
No spec where it is clearly ahead, based on what both listings state.
Why is the Gaggia Classic Evo Pro better than the De'Longhi Stilosa?
- 113% bigger water tank72 oz vs. 33.8 oz
Every spec, with its source
Only specs both sides state can win. A “Not stated” never wins or loses.
Brewing
Heating system
Dual boilers and heat exchangers can brew and steam at the same time with stable temperature. Thermoblocks heat fast but drift more.
De'Longhi Stilosa
Not stated
Portafilter size
58 mm is the café standard with the widest choice of baskets and tampers. Smaller sizes work, but accessories are scarcer.
De'Longhi Stilosa
Not stated
Pump pressure
Espresso is brewed at about 9 bar. Higher numbers on the box are maximum pump ratings and do not make better coffee, so we do not score them.
Milk
Milk frothing
A manual steam wand gives the best microfoam for latte art but takes practice. Automatic systems are easier but less flexible.
Gaggia Classic Evo Pro
Manual steam wand
Amazon listing
Convenience
Water tank
A bigger tank means refilling less often. For two milk drinks a day, about 60 oz lasts several days.
Size and weight
Height
Measure the space under your kitchen cabinets. Many machines need a few extra inches on top to refill the water tank or bean hopper.
De'Longhi Stilosa
11.2 in
Amazon listing
Gaggia Classic Evo Pro
Not stated
Counter space
Width times depth, the area the machine takes up on your counter.
De'Longhi Stilosa
109 sq in
Amazon listing
Gaggia Classic Evo Pro
Not stated
Weight
Heavier machines stay put when you lock in the portafilter. Lighter ones are easier to move and store.
De'Longhi Stilosa
8.6 lbs
Amazon listing
Gaggia Classic Evo Pro
20 lbs
Amazon listing
Other
Power
Higher wattage usually means faster heating, but it says nothing about coffee quality.
Highlighted: the better value for that spec. Bars show where a value sits among all 126 machines. Specs neither listing states are left out. How we score
Deal check
De'Longhi Stilosa · price class $
Around its usual price.Compared with its own 90-day average and 12-month low on Amazon. The exact price is on Amazon.
See today’s priceGaggia Classic Evo Pro · price class $$
Around its usual price.Compared with its own 90-day average and 12-month low on Amazon. The exact price is on Amazon.
See today’s priceQuestions
Which is better, the De'Longhi Stilosa or the Gaggia Classic Evo Pro?
The Gaggia Classic Evo Pro scores 46 points, the De'Longhi Stilosa 35. The score weighs grinder, heating system, temperature control, milk frothing and convenience.
Which one has the bigger water tank?
The Gaggia Classic Evo Pro: 72 oz vs. 33.8 oz for the De'Longhi Stilosa.
How do they froth milk?
De'Longhi Stilosa: manual steam wand. Gaggia Classic Evo Pro: manual steam wand.
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Higher score · 46Gaggia Classic Evo ProCheck price on Amazon