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.
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.
Tommy Bolin (quality: 5.0)
03.10.2009
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Built to last...Built to please
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.
Ted Barham (quality: 7.5)
04.01.2002
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Excellent machine. I have no regrets about having bought it.
Steve Mikington (quality: 7.5)
04.08.2005
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Excellent for espresso but keep it clean.
Steve Calcutt (quality: 6.5)
05.10.2007
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: A timeless looking machine that produces great espresso shots and doesn't take up too much space
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.
Roman Rakus (quality: 7.0)
02.26.2009
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Reliable, exceptional and a pleaure to own and use.
Rick Chumsae (quality: 4.6)
08.09.2004
Rating: 9.6
Bottom Line: Quality results. Quality construction. Quality design. Happy customer.
Richard Müller (quality: 5.0)
10.19.2001
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Great from the start...
Renato A. (quality: 4.0)
05.31.2004
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Una Machina Bestiale
Ray Valiani
11.07.2009
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Great machine if it is PID'd.
Peter Chenoweth (quality: 8.0)
12.13.2007
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Fantastic espresso, great machine. Just love it.
Peter Buchta (quality: 8.0)
11.25.2007
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Durability and consistent quality shots.
Paul Gustafson (quality: 5.4)
06.13.2003
Rating: 3.0
Bottom Line: A machine full of water should be rustproof -- stay away.
Paul Abbott (quality: 5.0)
11.02.2007
Rating: 5.4
Bottom Line: Good espresso - bad foam.
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
Naoyuki Kitajima (quality: 5.5)
11.10.2005
Rating: 6.4
Bottom Line: A good cup of expresso just on time.
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.
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
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