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.
Brian Mckenna (quality: 6.5)
12.11.2006
Rating: 7.8
Bottom Line: highly capable of producing very very good espresso. pretty darn durable and long-lasting for the most part.
Steve Mikington (quality: 7.5)
04.08.2005
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Excellent for espresso but keep it clean.
Bob Miller (quality: 6.0)
06.10.2006
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: A fantastic first machine, lasted eight years and still running strong!
Ethan Hartman (quality: 6.5)
08.19.2006
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: This machine is a real classic, and possibly underrated.
Connor McClellan
05.12.2013
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Great introductory machine that can make good espresso if a few adjustments are made
Espen Joranger (quality: 7.0)
07.25.2000
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: A solid and great machine getting me closer to Capuccino heaven!
Dan Pohl (quality: 8.0)
01.28.2007
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: High Quality Italian style espresso drinks and much easier to use than the Silvia
Ray Valiani
11.07.2009
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Great machine if it is PID'd.
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
David Johnson (quality: 5.0)
08.08.2012
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: no brainer for the first time espresso machine buyer
Jim O'Flaherty (quality: 6.0)
11.27.2007
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: If you're a Noob, seriously consider it. If you know what you're doing and looking for a budget machine as an alternate or one for the office, get it.
Dave Edwards
04.05.2009
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: Good solid machine that makes great coffee and will last for ever at a justifiable price.
Tim Lake (quality: 8.5)
06.28.2009
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: For little outlay a great machine for learning on that will make great espresso, but not if you make more than two doubles in the morning and need lots of milk.
Patrick Sloane (quality: 8.0)
11.26.2006
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: All in all an excellent machine for the experienced user, who wants to take their coffee making to the next level, without breaking the bank
Simon Weatherley
11.21.2009
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Great home espresso machine, well built with good support/spares. A few shortcomings but overall a good compromise.
Al Raden (quality: 6.0)
11.21.2000
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Great product for producing quality espresso
John Anderson (quality: 7.0)
03.25.2007
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Best quality/price ratio !
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!
Peter Chenoweth (quality: 8.0)
12.13.2007
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Fantastic espresso, great machine. Just love it.
Jay Culley (quality: 3.2)
02.15.2006
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: gaggia classic rocks
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