Overall Rating
8.0, Based on 9 Reviews
Avg Price
$249.00
Manufacturer
Gaggia
Machine Type
Semi automatic, pump driven dual use boiler espresso machine with froth aider.
Colors
Black / Chrome, Black
Class
Semi Automatic Dual Purpose Boiler
Pro Review
No
First Look
No
QuickShot
No
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Identical to most lower end Gaggias on the inside (brew group, portafilter, aluminum boiler, etc.), this is Gaggia's more recent modern external designs.
Adrian Pierorazio (quality: 8.8) 10.28.2005 Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: This is a great machine to learn on and it is capable of making good espresso and espresso-based drinks in a home environment. Construction is typical for this price point.
Jeremy Sievers (quality: 7.3) 08.12.2008 Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: The best machine in the sub $300 range, do not confuse with flashy stainless machine or the new weaker gaggia products
Chris Dennis (quality: 7.1) 02.15.2007 Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Great bang for the buck.
Andy Fehrenbach (quality: 6.0) 08.30.2008 Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: One of the best values on the market today!
Amine Hillal (quality: 6.0) 12.01.2009 Rating: 7.6
Bottom Line: A very beginner machine.
Pinny B (quality: 5.7) 10.19.2008 Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: All around capable machine for the price.
Eran Levy (quality: 5.0) 10.04.2008 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: great value!
Brian Walsh (quality: 4.8) 03.25.2006 Rating: 7.0
Bottom Line: Good entry level machine at great price only hampered by very small drip tray
Leroy Coleman 01.24.2010 Rating: 7.2
Bottom Line: An excellent machine as a starter if you think you want to try something without forking out huge amounts of cash. Or for those who have a tighter budget you can't go wrong.
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