Overall Rating
8.0, Based on 77 Reviews
Avg Price
$449.00
Manufacturer
Gaggia
Machine Type
pump, single boiler, reservoir, 3 way solenoid, semi auto, espresso machine
Colors
White, Black, Steel, Others
Class
Semi Automatic Dual Purpose Boiler
Pro Review
No
First Look
Yes
QuickShot
No
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The Gaggia Classic is one of the oldest continually available espresso machines for consumers on the market today.
David Dean (quality: 6.8)
04.07.2005
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Spot on piece of italian design, whilst making a fantastic drop of espresso that works brilliantly well.
David Johnson (quality: 5.0)
08.08.2012
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: no brainer for the first time espresso machine buyer
David Lane
07.27.2011
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Thrilled with this home machine as a practice for the real thing when I open my cafe!
David Leone (quality: 4.5)
03.10.2000
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Gaggia is the original and as far as I'm concerned the best machine.
Dennis Nosko (quality: 6.2)
08.06.2005
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: I am very happy with my Gaggia Classic..... I only wish that I had bought one sooner...
Dredg (quality: 3.0)
09.10.2001
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: If you purchase one machine to provide great espresso for years this is it!
Ed Gianni (quality: 6.0)
03.24.2001
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Great fun to use. Excellent results with practice. Sleek & sexy looking.
Ed McGovern (quality: 5.0)
02.15.2001
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: No regrets, a consistent and reliable machine
Elias Amador (quality: 7.5)
12.08.2006
Rating: 7.6
Bottom Line: A solid performer that can deliver great espresso at a reasonable price.
Espen Joranger (quality: 7.0)
07.25.2000
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: A solid and great machine getting me closer to Capuccino heaven!
Ethan Hartman (quality: 6.5)
08.19.2006
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: This machine is a real classic, and possibly underrated.
Fazi Z (quality: 5.7)
08.29.2007
Rating: 6.2
Bottom Line: Works well.
Grant Hoffman (quality: 6.3)
05.16.2007
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Great shots, great look, great price for what you get in return
Grant Watt (quality: 7.0)
05.07.2005
Rating: 7.6
Bottom Line: Good machine but not truly great.
Gray Mason (quality: 7.5)
01.28.2004
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Really like the Classic now that it's paired with a Mazzer Mini!
Irene Kozak (quality: 2.5)
11.05.2001
Rating: 5.2
Bottom Line: Will never buy another Gaggia, I thought it had a good reputation but I am certainly disappointed
J M
09.16.2009
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: 40 Years of Success for a Reason!
James (quality: 7.3)
03.15.2000
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Get a good price. If you do, you will find its one of the nicest pieces of equipment in your kitchen. A functional, quality and visually pleasing piec
James Elliott (quality: 6.0)
01.05.2001
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Well styled, well built, well designed. Consequently, well recommended
Jay Culley (quality: 3.2)
02.15.2006
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: gaggia classic rocks
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