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Pros & Cons
Pros
The machine exudes quality. Buy with confidence. I have clearly stepped up.
The gaggia classic weighs a ton compared to the ec220, all due to higher quality metal parts. The price is unbeatable for this level. The design is timeless. A simple durable espresso machine.
The machine heats up quickly and provides vastly superior extraction compared to the delonghi. Refilling the water is an ease and very convenient. Drip tray is easy to clean.
There are so many mods available for this machine, and there's literally nothing that can't be replaced internally (a lot of how to vids available online) the difference is noticeable. The instructions really care about factors that might make a diffe... Read More
Milk steamer produces frothed milk with the best of them. Brews a great cappucino. Strong boiler - good steam and makes amazing coffee.
Cons
The pannarello steam wand is a disaster in every way. It's very difficult to clean so after a couple of uses there is a terrible sour milk smell to greet you before your cup of coffee. The steam wand is totally impractical, as it only swings side to f... Read More
A 3-4 week turn around for a warranty repair is unacceptable. Considering taking action against gaggia and their us distributor. Out of warranty, of course.
Highlights
Competitiveness
The commercial portafilter makes a huge difference as well
I figured out how to make a decent shot but i decided to step up my game and bought a used gaggia classic
I dont need to state all the reasons to buy the gaggia classic but ill mention a few
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- Our engine has discovered that over 80% high quality reviews are present.
- This product had a total of 826 reviews as of our last analysis date on Dec 5 2023.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The good small profile easy to maintain easy to get parts for ive easily replaced the pump already stainless steel proven line from reputable manufacturer 72 oz water reservoir commercial sizeweight portafilter pressurized filter w valve for already ground coffeethe bad steam valve leaks on my third valve no temperature or pressure gauges one boiler for espresso steam
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I read many negative reviews and not sure what the issue is
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The pump died after about 5 years and i looked into upgrading
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Then i read are article and discovered the pump was bad
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I ordered a 40 dollar pump and watched a 10 minute youtube video to fix it
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
You can buy a better machine that may make slightly better espressos but you’ll spend 5x more
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I figured out how to make a decent shot but i decided to step up my game and bought a used gaggia classic
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
You cant do that with a cheap semiauto
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