Comparison · Espresso Machines

De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB vs Gaggia Magenta Prestige

Two espresso machines side by side. They differ on water tank, width, depth, height. The Gaggia Magenta Prestige has a larger water tank (1.8 L against 1.77 L for the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB).

What actually differs

  • The Gaggia Magenta Prestige has a larger water tank (1.8 L against 1.77 L for the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB).
  • The Gaggia Magenta Prestige is lighter at 7.7 kg; the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB weighs 9.6 kg.
  • Voltage: the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB has 120 V, the Gaggia Magenta Prestige has 110-120 V.
  • Size, De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB against Gaggia Magenta Prestige: width 23.1 cm against 22.4 cm, depth 44.5 cm against 43.4 cm, height 36 cm against 35.6 cm. The Gaggia Magenta Prestige is the more compact of the two.

Which one should you buy?

Pick the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB if…

Anyone who wants espresso drinks without grinding, dosing or tamping

Beans go in and finished drinks come out at the touch of a button, thanks to the built-in grinder and LatteCrema automatic milk. It trades shot control for convenience, so it is less hands-on than a semi-automatic.

Skip it if: You want to control grind, dose and pressure yourself

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Pick the Gaggia Magenta Prestige if…

Home coffee drinkers who want a super-automatic espresso machine with milk carafe integration.

This machine fits users who want a super-automatic model with an integrated milk carafe. It works in kitchens supplied with 110V-120V power.

Skip it if: Households without 110V-120V power outlets.

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Where each one wins

Edge to the Gaggia Magenta Prestige
  • A larger water tank
  • A more compact footprint

Specs compared

Rows where they differ are highlighted. Specs are from manufacturer sources; blanks are left blank, never estimated.

SpecDe'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SBGaggia Magenta Prestige
Typical price$$$ $700–1,500$$$ $700–1,500
Machine typeSuper-automaticSuper-automatic
Built-in grinderYesYes
Can be plumbed inNoNo
Needs mains powerYesYes
Water tank1.77 L1.8 L
Width23.1 cm22.4 cm
Depth44.5 cm43.4 cm
Height36 cm35.6 cm
Weight9.6 kg7.7 kg
Voltage120 V110-120 V
Warranty2 years2 years

What they have in common

Both record the same value for: machine type (Super-automatic); built-in grinder (Yes); can be plumbed in (No); needs mains power (Yes); warranty (2 years).

De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB vs Gaggia Magenta Prestige: common questions

What is the main difference between the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB and the Gaggia Magenta Prestige?

The Gaggia Magenta Prestige has a larger water tank (1.8 L against 1.77 L for the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB). The Gaggia Magenta Prestige is lighter at 7.7 kg; the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB weighs 9.6 kg.

Is the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo ECAM29084SB or the Gaggia Magenta Prestige more expensive?

Both sit in the same typical price band, $$$ $700–1,500.

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