From the espresso capital of the world, Milan, Italy, comes one of the best espresso machines available to consumers in the less than $1,000 category—the GAGGIA CLASSIC EVO PRO for $450.
While this machine is listed as “entry level”, its commercial quality features go way beyond entry level.
As with any espresso machine, there is a learning curve to this one as well. However, with no real automated functions, pulling a great shot and frothing milk are mostly a function of your experience and individual technique.
What I love about this one:
1. It looks good! The design and build quality are excellent.
2. The 58mm commercial portafilter is industry standard.
3. The commercial grade steam spout comes with a two-opening nozzle for a great vortex .
4. Parts and accessories are readily available from the manufacturer and many after-market suppliers.
5. No automated functions. You never have to second guess this machine.
6. It does actually have one automated feature… it depressurizes the brew head after each shot. That’s a huge bonus.
7. It’s easy to dial in a perfect espresso shot.
8. It does not have a built-in coffee bean grinder. That gives you your choice of grinders and does not affect your machine if the grinder fails.
9. The Gaggia may be the best machine for the money, bar none.
A few reviews point out that the space between the bottom of the portafilter and the top of the drip tray is too short. There are two solutions for that: pull your shots into espresso cups or buy a shorter aftermarket drip tray.
I upgraded to this from a true entry level machine—best decision ever.
NEW INFO: Since the original posting, I swapped out the 12 Bar pressure spring for a 9 Bar. It's a simple 10-minute job that costs less than $10 and makes all the difference in the world—better brewing pressure, better shots. . .definitely a recommended change that makes a great machine even better.
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About Gaggia
With humble beginnings as a cafe owner in Milan, Achille Gaggia's ingenuity and passion for coffee inspired him to invent a new way to brew espresso without the use of steam. That vision led to the creation of the Lampo device which produced the characteristic crema which has since become the hallmark of quality espresso.
Gaggia Classic Evo Pro
Home Espresso Machine
The Gaggia Classic Evo Pro improves on one of the best entry-level semi-automatic espresso machines available. Now offering 9-Bar espresso extraction, the Evo Pro is truly a best value machine. Texture milk for a velvety microfoam perfect for latte art with the commercial steam wand and brew expert espresso with the commercial-style 58 mm portafilter. Internally the Classic Evo Pro has been updated to resist scale buildup for improved longevity.
- Commercial Components
- Cafe Quality Espresso
- 9-Bar Extractions
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Commercial Steam WandThe commercial steam wand offers full control while steaming and frothing milk, capable of producing tight microfoam for latte art. |
Filter BasketsGet consistent shot quality and a thick layer of crema out of almost any coffee with the pressurized basket. Or use the commercial basket with your own grinder for cafe-quality espresso. |
Commercial Style PortafilterThe durable 58mm polished steel portafilter is commercial size and weight and is free from blemishes and other imperfections that can occur during the chrome plating process. |
3-Way Solenoid ValveTypically found in commercial machines, the 3-way solenoid valve relieves pressure off the coffee for a dry, easily discarded puck. |
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Updated FrameThe stainless steel frame features a streamlined look that matches the contours of the drip tray and allows for easy removal of the water reservoir. |
Improved Pump MountsSuperior mounting of the vibration pump dampens sound produced while brewing. As a result, the Classic Evo Pro produces the same excellent espresso with less noise. |
9 Bar ExtractionsBrewing performance on the Classic Evo Pro has been improved with the inclusion of an updated OPV to ensure that espresso is extracted at 9 bar as recommended by the Specialty Coffee Association. |
Premium ControlsThe Classic Evo Pro's control panel has three high quality rocker switches for power, brewing, and steaming. Each switch has its own indicator light to tell you when the machine is on, ready to brew, and ready to steam. |
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| Price | $299.00 | — | $479.00 |
| Portafilter | Pressurized | Commercial | |
| 3-Way Solenoid Valve | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Rapid Heating | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reservoir Capacity | 47 oz | 72 oz | 72 oz |
| ESE Pod Compatible | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wattage | 1300 | 1450 | 1450 |
| Housing | Stainless Steel / ABS | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Frother Type | Pannarello Wand | Pannarello Wand | Commercial Wand |
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| capacity | 2.1 liters | 47 fluid ounces | 1.6 liters | 54 ounces | 0.5 gallons | 0.5 gallons |
| material | Stainless Steel, Plastic, Brass | Stainless Steel | Steel, Glass | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| input interface | buttons | buttons | touch screen | buttons | buttons | — |
| wattage | 1200 watts | 1560 watts | 1400 watts | 1450 watts | — | — |
| model name | Gaggia Classic Evo Pro | the Bambino® Brushed Stainless Steel | Gaggia Accademia | Dedica Maestro Plus | Brew, Steam, & Flow | Brew, Steam, & Flow |
| weight | 8.5 kilograms | 10.9 pounds | 13.8 kilograms | 13.67 pounds | 1.5 pounds | 1.5 pounds |
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I've had espresso machines my whole life and this is top notch. Love it
The first espresso machine I ever owned was the Starbucks barista that they sold in Starbucks stores years ago. That machine was similar to this in that it only brews coffee and steams milk, no grinding. The next one I got was a fully automatic fully automatic DeLonghi magnifica. I had two of those over the years, bought the second one after the first one broke. Then the most recent one is the breville semi automatic which will grind coffee but you tamp and manually pull the shot. Out of all those machines this one does the best shots. Not sure if it's the machine or the fact that that I bought a separate grinder which might be higher quality than the ones contained in the fully automatic machines or semi-automatic ones. Im always surprised a the shots I am able to get with this machine, great looking shot after great looking shot. It makes pulling a shot more than just making a cup of coffee. More like a hobby because it's so fun to get that perfect three layered shot, and getting that beautiful three layered shot actually means your coffee will taste better. When I first got the machine I went through about a pound or two of coffee over several hours just pulling shot after shot dialing in the grind and the time and the weight until now just about every time I brew, with what I've learned, it's a perfect shot. And as I already said when the espresso shot looks perfect the taste is absolutely better than when it doesn't look 'perfect'. The other reason I got this machine is the fact that it is repairable. Out of the machines that I mentioned owning in the past I've spent $3,000 or $4,000 over the years, The fully automatic ones are not cheap and also a lot of times are not repairable so when it breaks you toss it out, ouch! I kept my first broken DeLonghi fully automatic espresso machine out in the garage for about 5 years before I finally thought that it was time to fix it and upon taking it apart saw that it was never going to go back together. For one thing parts were not available and another thing even if I were it just would not have gone back together. Very cheap and unreliable on the inside.This espresso machineis easily serviceable by a professional or even a homeowner and very simple and high quality on the inside. I've read great reviews of people doing simple upgrades and fixes themselves. So for the price, this thing will last you a lifetime unlike the fully automatic things which cost about a grand or so, but will leave you high and dry in about 5 years.
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