1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Gaggia Velasca Prestige
Jura S8
Highlights
- Built-in LCD display
- Single boiler
- Ceramic Flat grinder
- 6 Beverages
Highlights
- 4.3" Built-in LCD display
- Single boiler
- Ceramic Disc grinder
- 12 Beverages
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Content
Overview
Overview
Here we are comparing Gaggia Velasca Prestige to Jura S8 to reveal their common strengths, weaknesses and differences. Based on the features and specifications we have given Gaggia Velasca Prestige and Jura S8 overall scores of 76 and 80 out of 100 respectively. You can also view their individual scores per features.
Gaggia Velasca Prestige
Jura S8
Drink Types
Gaggia Velasca Prestige offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, espresso lungo, caffe lungo, cappuccino, baby cappuccinoJura S8 offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, caffe, ristretto, cappuccino, caffe latte, latte macchiato, macchiato, flat white
Advantage of Gaggia Velasca Prestige
This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Gaggia Velasca Prestige over Jura S8.
| Gaggia Velasca Prestige | vs | Jura S8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso Lungo | vs | ||
| Caffe Lungo | vs | ||
| Baby Cappuccino | vs | ||
| Cup Warmer | vs | ||
| Pre-Brewing Function | with 3 level | vs | |
| Lower Minimum Height of Cup | 70 mm 2.75" |
vs | 72 mm 2.83" |
| Higher Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity | 300 g 10.6 oz |
vs | 280 g 9.9 oz |
Advantage of Jura S8
This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Jura S8 over Gaggia Velasca Prestige.
| Gaggia Velasca Prestige | vs | Jura S8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Beverages | 6 Beverages | vs | 12 Beverages |
| Caffe | vs | ||
| Ristretto | vs | ||
| Caffe Latte | vs | ||
| Latte Macchiato | vs | ||
| Macchiato | vs | ||
| Flat White | vs | ||
| Hot Milk | vs | ||
| Remote Control by App | vs | ||
| Higher Maximum Height of Cup | 110 mm 4.33" |
vs | 118 mm 4.64" |
| Larger Water Tank | 1.5 Liter 51 fl-oz |
vs | 1.9 Liter 64.2 fl-oz |
| Larger Dreg Drawer | 10 Portions | vs | 16 Portions |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both machines.
| STRENGTHS |
|---|
| Built-in Display |
| Water Filter |
| Cappuccino Maker |
| Built-in Coffee Grinder |
| Ceramic Grinder |
| Use Ground Coffee |
| Drip tray water level indicator |
| Water Level Indicator |
| Espresso |
| Cappuccino |
| Hot Water |
| Milk Froth |
| Selection for Double Cup |
| Selection of Coffee Strength |
| Self-cleaning Function |
| WEAKNESSES |
|---|
| No Double Portion of Milk Drink |
| No Double Espresso (Doppio) |
| No Doppio+ |
| No Americano |
| 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 Cappuccino XL |
| No Cappuccino+ |
| No Cappuccino Mix |
| No Italian Cappuccino |
| No Latte Macchiato XL |
| No Latte Macchiato Triple Shot |
| No Latte Caldo |
| No Espresso Macchiato |
| No Caffe Crema |
| No Double Caffe Crema |
| No Café Au Lait |
| No Melange |
| No Cortado |
| No Galao |
| No Verlangerter |
| No Kleiner Brauner |
| No Milchkaffee |
| No White Coffee |
| No Cold Coffee |
| No Hot Chocolate |
| No Cold Milk Foam |
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 Velasca Prestige and here - Jura S8.
| BASICS | Gaggia Velasca Prestige | Jura S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Gaggia | Jura |
| Model | Velasca Prestige | S8 |
| Type | Fully-Automatic Coffee Machine | Automatic Coffee Machine |
| Type of Control | Display Buttons | Display Buttons |
| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Color | Black | Chrome, Moonlight Silver |
| FEATURES | Gaggia Velasca Prestige | Jura S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Beverages | 6 Beverages | 12 Beverages |
| Display | Built-in | Built-in |
| Display Type | LCD | LCD |
| Water Filter | ||
| Cappuccino Maker | Milk Carafe | HP3 |
| 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 | Ceramic |
| Grinder Type | Flat | Disc |
| Use Ground Coffee | ||
| Number of Coffee Bean Hoppers | Single | Single |
| Drip tray water level indicator | ||
| Water Level Indicator |
| DRINKS | Gaggia Velasca Prestige | Jura S8 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Velasca Prestige | Jura S8 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Velasca Prestige | Jura S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Coffee | ||
| Hot Water | ||
| Hot Milk | ||
| Cold Milk | ||
| Hot Chocolate | ||
| Cold Milk Foam | ||
| Brew Over Ice | ||
| Milk Froth |
| OTHER FEATURES | Gaggia Velasca Prestige | Jura S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Function | ||
| Remote Control by App | ||
| Cup Warmer | ||
| Selection for Single Cup | ||
| Selection for Double Cup | ||
| Selection of Coffee Strength | 5 level | 10 level |
| Self-cleaning Function | ||
| Auto Off | ||
| Pre-Brewing Function | with 3 level |
| PHYSICAL & ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES | Gaggia Velasca Prestige | Jura S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 256 mm x 340 mm x 440 mm 10.0" x 13.3" x 17.3" | 280 mm x 348 mm x 444 mm 11.02" x 13.7" x 17.5" |
| Weight | 9.4 kg (20.7 lbs) | 10 kg (22 lbs) |
| Minimum Height of Cup | 70 mm 2.75" | 72 mm 2.83" |
| Maximum Height of Cup | 110 mm 4.33" | 118 mm 4.64" |
| Drip Tray Cover Material | Silver ABS | Stainless Steel |
| Water Reservoir Features | Removable | Removable |
| Water Reservoir Material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Water Tank Capacity | 1.5 Liter 51 fl-oz | 1.9 Liter 64.2 fl-oz |
| Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity | 300 g 10.6 oz | 280 g 9.9 oz |
| Dreg Drawer Capacity | 10 Portions | 16 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 | North American: 1850 W European: 1500 W | 1450 W |
| Power Cord Length | 1.2 m | 1.1 m |
| WARRANTY & ACCESSORIES | Gaggia Velasca Prestige | Jura S8 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Period | 24 Months | 24 Months |
