Comparison · Espresso Machines

Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 vs Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine

Two espresso machines side by side. They differ on boiler / heating, width, depth, height. The Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 can brew and steam at the same time, while the Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine heats on demand through a thermoblock.

What actually differs

  • The Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 can brew and steam at the same time, while the Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine heats on demand through a thermoblock.
  • Voltage: the Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 has 110-120 V, the Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine has 120 V.
  • Size, Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 against Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine: width 28.2 cm against 25.4 cm, depth 41.9 cm against 45.2 cm, height 38.6 cm against 38.9 cm.

Which one should you buy?

Pick the Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 if…

Home users who prefer a super-automatic machine with grinder and mid-extraction flow adjustment.

Shoppers who want a single unit that grinds beans and brews a range of drinks without manual steps may consider this model. The dual boiler design and adjustable flow support more control during preparation.

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

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Pick the Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine if…

Anyone who wants espresso drinks without grinding, dosing or tamping

A super-automatic with a built-in grinder and thermoblock heating that makes drinks from beans at the touch of a button. You give up shot control compared with a semi-automatic, and temperature is less stable than a boiler machine.

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

Full specs and review →

Specs compared

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

SpecGaggia Accademia RI9782/46Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine
Typical price$$$$ $1,500+$$$$ $1,500+
Machine typeSuper-automaticSuper-automatic
Boiler / heatingDualThermoblock
Built-in grinderYesYes
Can be plumbed inNoNo
Needs mains powerYesYes
Water tank1.6 L1.6 L
Width28.2 cm25.4 cm
Depth41.9 cm45.2 cm
Height38.6 cm38.9 cm
Voltage110-120 V120 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); water tank (1.6 L); warranty (2 years).

Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 vs Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine: common questions

What is the main difference between the Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 and the Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine?

The Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 can brew and steam at the same time, while the Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine heats on demand through a thermoblock. Voltage: the Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 has 110-120 V, the Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine has 120 V.

Is the Gaggia Accademia RI9782/46 or the Philips Cafe Aromis 8000 Superautomatic Espresso Machine more expensive?

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

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