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Sage Bambino vs Gaggia Classic E24

Choose any two espresso machines to see their specs side by side, with the biggest differences listed first.

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Which one is for you?

Choose the Bambino if

  • You'd rather spend £171 less.
  • You want it ready sooner. It heats up in 3 seconds, against about 5 minutes.
  • You mostly drink straight espresso, where an exact brew temperature shows in the taste.
  • You're short of space. It's 16cm wide, against 23cm.

Choose the Classic E24 if

  • Your worktop is shallow. It's 24cm deep, against 32cm.
  • You'd rather refill the tank less often. It holds 2.1L, against 1.4L.

Worked out from the specs below, by the same rules for every pair.

Main differences

  1. The Bambino is ready in 3 seconds; the Classic E24 takes about 5 minutes.
  2. The Bambino uses a thermoblock; the Classic E24 a single boiler.
  3. The Bambino has PID temperature control; the Classic E24 doesn't.
  4. The Bambino is 16cm wide; the Classic E24 is 23cm.
  5. The Bambino stands 31cm tall; the Classic E24 38cm.

marks the better figure where one is objectively better.

Sage Bambino compared with Gaggia Classic E24
BambinoClassic E24
Brewing
Heating systemThermoblockSingle boiler
Built-in grinderNoNo
Heat-up time3 seconds (better)about 5 minutes
Filter basketsPressurised, non-pressurisedPressurised, non-pressurised
Portafilter size54mm58mm
PID temperature controlYes (better)No
PumpVibrationVibration
Pre-infusionYes (better)No
Pressure gaugeNoNo
Shot timerNoNo
Milk
Milk frothingManual steam wandManual steam wand
Brew and steam at onceNoNo
Size and capacity
Width16cm (better)23cm
Height31cm (better)38cm
Depth32cm24cm (better)
Water tank1.4L2.1L (better)
Weight4.9kg7.3kg
Extras and ownership
Warranty2 years2 years
Can be plumbed inNoNo
Power1,600W1,300W

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