1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Gaggia Magenta Prestige
DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB
Highlights
- 2.4" Built-in LCD display
- Single boiler
- Ceramic Flat grinder
- 12 Beverages
Highlights
- No display
- Single boiler
- Stainless Steel Conical grinder
- 5 Beverages
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Content
Overview
Overview
Here we are comparing Gaggia Magenta Prestige to DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB to reveal their common strengths, weaknesses and differences. Based on the features and specifications we have given Gaggia Magenta Prestige and DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB overall scores of 79 and 67 out of 100 respectively. You can also view their individual scores per features.
Gaggia Magenta Prestige
DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB
Drink Types
Gaggia Magenta Prestige offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, espresso lungo, americano, caffe, ristretto, cappuccino, latte macchiato, café au lait, flat whiteDeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, caffe, caffe lungo
Cappuccino Maker
Gaggia Magenta Prestige is able to automatically make milk based drinks from the menu. DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB is not able to do that. However, it comes with a Pannarello milk frother which allows you to manually make cappuccino.
Advantage of Gaggia Magenta Prestige
This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Gaggia Magenta Prestige over DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB.
| Gaggia Magenta Prestige | vs | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Beverages | 12 Beverages | vs | 5 Beverages |
| Display | Built-in | vs | |
| Material of Grinders | Ceramic | vs | Stainless Steel |
| Espresso Lungo | vs | ||
| Americano | vs | ||
| Ristretto | vs | ||
| Cappuccino | vs | ||
| Latte Macchiato | vs | ||
| Café Au Lait | vs | ||
| Flat White | vs | ||
| Selection of Coffee Temperature | 3 level | vs | |
| Lower Minimum Height of Cup | 70 mm 2.75" |
vs | 86 mm 3.4" |
| Higher Maximum Height of Cup | 150 mm 5.9" |
vs | 142 mm 6" |
| Larger Dreg Drawer | 15 portions | vs | 14 Portions |
Advantage of DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB
This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB over Gaggia Magenta Prestige.
| Gaggia Magenta Prestige | vs | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffe Lungo | vs |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both machines.
| STRENGTHS |
|---|
| Water Filter |
| Cappuccino Maker |
| Built-in Coffee Grinder |
| Use Ground Coffee |
| Drip tray water level indicator |
| Water Level Indicator |
| Espresso |
| Caffe |
| Hot Water |
| Milk Froth |
| Selection for Double Cup |
| Selection of Grinding Level |
| Selection of Coffee Strength |
| Self-cleaning Function |
| WEAKNESSES |
|---|
| No Double Portion of Milk Drink |
| No Double Espresso (Doppio) |
| No Doppio+ |
| No Americano Extra Shot |
| No Double Caffe |
| No Morning Coffee |
| No Long Black |
| No Caffe Barista |
| No Lungo Barista |
| No Double Ristretto |
| No Special Coffee |
| No Red Eye |
| No Black Eye |
| No Dead Eye |
| No Pot of Coffee |
| No Mug To Go |
| No Baby Cappuccino |
| No Cappuccino XL |
| No Cappuccino+ |
| No Cappuccino Mix |
| No Italian Cappuccino |
| No Caffe Latte |
| No Latte Macchiato XL |
| No Latte Macchiato Triple Shot |
| No Latte Caldo |
| No Macchiato |
| No Espresso Macchiato |
| No Caffe Crema |
| No Double Caffe Crema |
| No Melange |
| No Cortado |
| No Galao |
| No Verlangerter |
| No Kleiner Brauner |
| No Milchkaffee |
| No White Coffee |
| No Cold Coffee |
| No Hot Milk |
| No Hot Chocolate |
| No Cold Milk Foam |
| No Remote Control by App |
| No Cup Warmer |
Specifications
And in the end we display side by side all the specifications which are present for both models.
Note: The following table shows only those details which are applicable for both models and excludes the ones that are applicable for only one model. If you want to see a full list of specs for each model please visit their individual pages here - Gaggia Magenta Prestige and here - DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB.
| BASICS | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Gaggia | DeLonghi |
| Model | Magenta Prestige | Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB |
| Type | Fully Automatic Coffee Machine | Automatic Coffee Machine |
| Type of Control | Display 8 Capacitive Buttons | Buttons |
| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Color | Matte Black | BodyWork: Silver Front: Black |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | Italy |
| FEATURES | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Beverages | 12 Beverages | 5 Beverages |
| Display | Built-in | |
| Water Filter | ||
| Cappuccino Maker | Integrated Milk Carafe | Pannarello |
| Double Portion of Milk Drink | ||
| Heating System | Boiler | Boiler |
| Number of Boilers | Single | Single |
| Material of Boiler (s) | Light aluminum and stainless steel | Stainless Steel |
| Pump Pressure | 15 Bar | 15 Bar |
| Built-in Coffee Grinder | ||
| Material of Grinders | Ceramic | Stainless Steel |
| Grinder Type | Flat | Conical |
| Use Ground Coffee | ||
| Number of Coffee Bean Hoppers | Single | Single |
| Drip tray water level indicator | ||
| Water Level Indicator |
| DRINKS | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso | ||
| Espresso Lungo | ||
| Double Espresso (Doppio) | ||
| Doppio+ | ||
| Americano | ||
| Americano Extra Shot | ||
| Caffe | ||
| Double Caffe | ||
| Caffe Lungo | ||
| Morning Coffee | ||
| Long Black | ||
| Caffe Barista | ||
| Lungo Barista | ||
| Ristretto | ||
| Double Ristretto | ||
| Special Coffee | ||
| Red Eye | ||
| Black Eye | ||
| Dead Eye | ||
| Pot of Coffee | ||
| Mug To Go |
| MILK DRINKS | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB |
|---|---|---|
| Cappuccino | ||
| Baby Cappuccino | ||
| Cappuccino XL | ||
| Cappuccino+ | ||
| Cappuccino Mix | ||
| Italian Cappuccino | ||
| Caffe Latte | ||
| Latte Macchiato | ||
| Latte Macchiato XL | ||
| Latte Macchiato Triple Shot | ||
| Latte Caldo | ||
| Macchiato | ||
| Espresso Macchiato | ||
| Caffe Crema | ||
| Double Caffe Crema | ||
| Café Au Lait | ||
| Flat White | ||
| Melange | ||
| Cortado | ||
| Galao | ||
| Verlangerter | ||
| Kleiner Brauner | ||
| Milchkaffee | ||
| White Coffee |
| OTHER DRINKS | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Coffee | ||
| Hot Water | ||
| Hot Milk | ||
| Cold Milk | ||
| Hot Chocolate | ||
| Cold Milk Foam | ||
| Brew Over Ice | ||
| Milk Froth |
| OTHER FEATURES | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB |
|---|---|---|
| Create an Individual Profile | ||
| Memory Function | ||
| Remote Control by App | ||
| Cup Warmer | ||
| Selection for Single Cup | ||
| Selection for Double Cup | ||
| Selection of Grinding Level | 5 level | |
| Selection of Coffee Strength | 5 level | |
| Selection of Coffee Temperature | 3 level | |
| Self-cleaning Function | ||
| Auto Off |
| PHYSICAL & ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 224 mm x 357 mm x 435 mm 8.8" x 14.05" x 17.12" | 240 mm x 360 mm x 440 mm 9.5" x 14.2" x 17.3" |
| Weight | 7.7 kg (16.9 lbs) | 9.2 kg (20.3 lbs) |
| Minimum Height of Cup | 70 mm 2.75" | 86 mm 3.4" |
| Maximum Height of Cup | 150 mm 5.9" | 142 mm 6" |
| Drip Tray Cover Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Water Reservoir Features | Removable | Removable |
| Water Reservoir Material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Water Tank Capacity | 1.8 Liter 61 fl-oz | 1.8 Liter 61 fl-oz |
| Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity | 250 g 8.8 oz | 250 g 8.8 oz |
| Dreg Drawer Capacity | 15 portions | 14 Portions |
| Power Supply | North American: 120 V/60 Hz European: 230 V/50 Hz | European: 230 V/50 Hz North American: 110 V/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1900 W | 1450 W |
| Power Cord Length | 1 m | 0.7 m |
| WARRANTY & ACCESSORIES | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | DeLonghi Magnifica S Smart ECAM250.23.SB |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Period | 24 Months | 24 Months |
| Accessories | Grease Tube, Ground Coffee Spoon, Water Hardness Strip | Cleaning brush, Measuring spoon for ground coffee |
