1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Gaggia Magenta Prestige
Gaggia Anima
Highlights
- 2.4" Built-in LCD display
- Single boiler
- Ceramic Flat grinder
- 12 Beverages
Highlights
- Built-in LCD display
- Single boiler
- Ceramic Flat grinder
- 3 Beverages
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Content
Overview
Overview
Here we are comparing Gaggia Magenta Prestige to Gaggia Anima to reveal their common strengths, weaknesses and differences. Based on the features and specifications we have given Gaggia Magenta Prestige and Gaggia Anima overall scores of 79 and 70 out of 100 respectively. You can also view their individual scores per features.
Gaggia Magenta Prestige
Gaggia Anima
Drink Types
Gaggia Magenta Prestige offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, espresso lungo, americano, caffe, ristretto, cappuccino, latte macchiato, café au lait, flat whiteGaggia Anima offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, espresso lungo
Cappuccino Maker
Gaggia Magenta Prestige is able to automatically make milk based drinks from the menu. Gaggia Anima 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 Gaggia Anima.
| Gaggia Magenta Prestige | vs | Gaggia Anima | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Beverages | 12 Beverages | vs | 3 Beverages |
| Americano | vs | ||
| Caffe | vs | ||
| Ristretto | vs | ||
| Cappuccino | vs | ||
| Latte Macchiato | vs | ||
| Café Au Lait | vs | ||
| Flat White | vs | ||
| Lower Minimum Height of Cup | 70 mm 2.75" |
vs | 110 mm 4.33" |
Advantage of Gaggia Anima
This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Gaggia Anima over Gaggia Magenta Prestige.
| Gaggia Magenta Prestige | vs | Gaggia Anima | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memory Function | vs | ||
| Gaggia Adapting System | vs |
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 |
| Espresso Lungo |
| Hot Water |
| Milk Froth |
| Selection for Double Cup |
| Selection of Grinding Level |
| Selection of Coffee Strength |
| Selection of Coffee Temperature |
| Self-cleaning Function |
| WEAKNESSES |
|---|
| No Double Portion of Milk Drink |
| No Double Espresso (Doppio) |
| No Doppio+ |
| No Americano Extra Shot |
| No Double Caffe |
| No Caffe Lungo |
| 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 - Gaggia Anima.
| BASICS | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | Gaggia Anima |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Gaggia | Gaggia |
| Model | Magenta Prestige | Anima |
| Type | Fully Automatic Coffee Machine | Super-Automatic Coffee Machine |
| Type of Control | Display 8 Capacitive Buttons | Display Buttons |
| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Color | Matte Black | BodyWork: Black ABS Front: Black Glossy ABS |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | Italy |
| FEATURES | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | Gaggia Anima |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Beverages | 12 Beverages | 3 Beverages |
| Display | Built-in | Built-in |
| Display Type | LCD | LCD |
| 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 | Ceramic |
| Grinder Type | Flat | Flat |
| Use Ground Coffee | ||
| Number of Coffee Bean Hoppers | Single | Single |
| Drip tray water level indicator | ||
| Water Level Indicator |
| DRINKS | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | Gaggia Anima |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Gaggia Anima |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Gaggia Anima |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Coffee | ||
| Hot Water | ||
| Hot Milk | ||
| Cold Milk | ||
| Hot Chocolate | ||
| Cold Milk Foam | ||
| Brew Over Ice | ||
| Milk Froth |
| OTHER FEATURES | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | Gaggia Anima |
|---|---|---|
| Create an Individual Profile | ||
| Memory Function | ||
| Remote Control by App | ||
| Cup Warmer | ||
| Aroma Lid | ||
| Gaggia Adapting System | ||
| Selection for Single Cup | ||
| Selection for Double Cup | ||
| Selection of Grinding Level | 5 level | 5 level |
| Selection of Coffee Strength | 5 level | 5 level |
| Selection of Coffee Temperature | 3 level | 3 level |
| Self-cleaning Function | ||
| Auto Off | ||
| Pre-Brewing Function |
| PHYSICAL & ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | Gaggia Anima |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 224 mm x 357 mm x 435 mm 8.8" x 14.05" x 17.12" | 221 mm x 340 mm x 430 mm 8.7" x 13.3" x 16.9" |
| Weight | 7.7 kg (16.9 lbs) | 7.9 kg (17.4 lbs) |
| Minimum Height of Cup | 70 mm 2.75" | 110 mm 4.33" |
| Maximum Height of Cup | 150 mm 5.9" | 150 mm 5.9" |
| 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 | 15 Portions |
| Power Supply | North American: 120 V/60 Hz European: 230 V/50 Hz | North American: 120 V/60 Hz European: 230 V/50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1900 W | 1850 W |
| Power Cord Length | 1 m | 121.9 cm |
| WARRANTY & ACCESSORIES | Gaggia Magenta Prestige | Gaggia Anima |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Period | 24 Months | 24 Months |
| Accessories | Grease Tube, Ground Coffee Spoon, Water Hardness Strip | Grease Tube, Measuring Spoon |