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.
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.
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.
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
Peter Buchta (quality: 8.0)
11.25.2007
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Durability and consistent quality shots.
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
Peter Chenoweth (quality: 8.0)
12.13.2007
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Fantastic espresso, great machine. Just love it.
Marco Pantani (quality: 7.8)
10.16.2004
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Excellent machine for its class. Good value.
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.
Jeroen Vriesendorp (quality: 7.7)
04.20.2000
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Probably the best home espresso machine in its price range
Zvika Rosenthal (quality: 7.7)
03.16.2004
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: This machine is great for begginers as well as for pros, It produces a great coffee, capable of competing most of the coffee bars I know.
Ted Barham (quality: 7.5)
04.01.2002
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Excellent machine. I have no regrets about having bought it.
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!
Dan Hyman (quality: 7.5)
01.28.2004
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: My rating of this machine is that it has them all beat hands down in the $500 and under price range. I have used other machines in this price range, but none were built with the quality materials or excellence of design of the Classic
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
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.
Steve Mikington (quality: 7.5)
04.08.2005
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Excellent for espresso but keep it clean.
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
Michael (quality: 7.3)
06.21.2000
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: **ATTN First Time Espresso Machine Shoppers** CLICK HERE
Roman Rakus (quality: 7.0)
02.26.2009
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Reliable, exceptional and a pleaure to own and use.
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.
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