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.
Andrew Wright (quality: 4.3)
10.14.2005
Rating: 7.0
Bottom Line: Great first machine - but if you love coffee you will upgrade.
Naoyuki Kitajima (quality: 5.5)
11.10.2005
Rating: 6.4
Bottom Line: A good cup of expresso just on time.
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
Jay Culley (quality: 3.2)
02.15.2006
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: gaggia classic rocks
Danielle Stook (quality: 6.8)
04.10.2006
Rating: 9.6
Bottom Line: Great machine: looks good, tastes good, and is easy to use
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.
Brian Hamada (quality: 1.0)
10.14.2006
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: More then sufficient for a serious first time buyer looking for a quality espresso machine. Highly recommended!
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
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.
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.
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
John Anderson (quality: 7.0)
03.25.2007
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Best quality/price ratio !
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
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
Fazi Z (quality: 5.7)
08.29.2007
Rating: 6.2
Bottom Line: Works well.
Paul Abbott (quality: 5.0)
11.02.2007
Rating: 5.4
Bottom Line: Good espresso - bad foam.
Peter Buchta (quality: 8.0)
11.25.2007
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Durability and consistent quality shots.
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.
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.
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