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.
Jeana P (quality: 6.0)
11.27.2000
Rating: 5.6
Bottom Line: Great machine if nothing goes wrong
Jennie Star (quality: 2.8)
12.26.2011
Rating: 0.6
Bottom Line: sorry i bought it from aabree. old looking machine
Jeroen Vriesendorp (quality: 7.7)
04.20.2000
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Probably the best home espresso machine in its price range
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.
Jim Stevens (quality: 7.5)
01.18.2006
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Best quality-price ratio for small Stainless Machines and Best quality of coffee in Price range
Jim Teed (quality: 5.0)
07.25.2000
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Outstanding espresso, construction, and operation. Looks good too.
Johann Schweizer (quality: 1.0)
07.23.2009
Rating: 7.0
Bottom Line: good machine, works well, but very poor finish
John Anderson (quality: 7.0)
03.25.2007
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Best quality/price ratio !
John Anderson (quality: 8.8)
11.27.2007
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: A well built, solid machine that will help you to produce excellent shots and steamed drinks, consistently and repeatably.
John Derby (quality: 6.3)
04.13.2003
Rating: 5.8
Bottom Line: be aware of common concerns with this machine
John Dodson (quality: 7.8)
02.03.2008
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Good machine, easy to use, which makes excellent espresso, even for a beginner.
Kamlesh Chavda (quality: 5.6)
04.28.2005
Rating: 7.4
Bottom Line: Good machine, not forgiving, will hone skills, likes to be clean and can last years, needs good grinder + beans
Lev Zabarsky (quality: 2.0)
06.02.2011
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: I recomend it. Next time though will buy Ranchillo
M Morkel (quality: 6.0)
02.03.2000
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: All I need (even a bit more)
Mack Hiato (quality: 3.7)
12.13.2004
Rating: 5.4
Bottom Line: Going to buy something else rather than get it repaired again.
Marco Pantani (quality: 7.8)
10.16.2004
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Excellent machine for its class. Good value.
Michael (quality: 7.3)
06.21.2000
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: **ATTN First Time Espresso Machine Shoppers** CLICK HERE
Michael Le (quality: 2.0)
10.18.2003
Rating: 4.8
Bottom Line: After 3 1/2 years usage, it starts rusted -DO NOT BUY this model
Michael Tay (quality: 7.0)
03.15.2004
Rating: 6.8
Bottom Line: Good machine, if you can find one for a good price. Good for small jobs.
Naoyuki Kitajima (quality: 5.5)
11.10.2005
Rating: 6.4
Bottom Line: A good cup of expresso just on time.
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