Which is better for a beginner?

The Kawai ES60 covers the basics at $333.00 at musicstore.com as of November 6, 2026. The Casio adds Bluetooth and more tones, but a beginner rarely needs them.

Is the Casio worth the extra $267?

Only if you will use Bluetooth MIDI with an app, play on batteries, or want textured keys. Otherwise the Kawai plays the same 88 weighted keys for far less.

Which is easier to carry?

They are close: 11 kg for the Kawai and 11.2 kg for the Casio. The Casio is slimmer at 23.2 cm deep, which helps in tight spaces.

Do both include a pedal?

Yes. Both ship with one damper pedal. The Casio also accepts the optional SP-34 three-pedal unit.

Can I connect either to a phone or tablet?

The Kawai connects by USB-MIDI cable. The Casio adds Bluetooth audio and MIDI through the included WU-BT10 adapter.

Which has more sounds?

The Casio has 18 tones. The Kawai focuses on piano tones, so the Casio is better if you want strings, organs, or electric pianos.

Kawai ES60 88-key Digital Piano vs Casio Privia PX-S1100

Buy the Kawai ES60 if you want a solid weighted 88-key piano at the lowest price; at $333.00 at musicstore.com as of November 6, 2026, it costs about $267 less than the Casio. Buy the Casio PX-S1100 if you need Bluetooth audio and MIDI, battery power, or textured ebony/ivory keys; it is $599.99 at Amazon as of November 6, 2026. Both weigh about 11 kg, so portability is a tie.

Today the Kawai ES60 88-key Digital Piano costs $266.99 less at its best price.

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