Gaggia Espresso Deluxe Manual Coffee Machine and Cappuccino Maker with Milk Frother, Storm Grey

This is a great coffee machine for beginners that aren't looking to spend £400+ for a decent machine.I've been using this for 2 months or so and here's a summary. It's a great machine to get into coffee making. For more info, look into YouTube as there are 2 youtubers who have gone to town on this.This machine is made for the convenience of using ground coffee bought from a shop by having a 12 bar pressure pump and pressurised basket.However, it is very easy to modify. You can order an unpressurised basket which I recommend and using a puck screen as the pressure is higher than conventional machines.The pressure can be reduced to 9 bar by changing the spring, there are tutorials for this.It's mostly plastic which makes it cheaper unlike the more expensive metal counterparts but the internal components are still great.It pours a great espresso and you can combine this with the hot water nozzle to make it into an Americano. The wand is also good for frothing milk to make your choice of drink. Do your homework on pouring a good coffee as its down to the coffee you buy and the grind size.It's designed for Espresso cups as you have to move the drip tray to fit in a normal sized mug but I don't find it much of an issue.The portafilter is a great size and feels solid. It is primarily plastic but well designed.Water is easy to access and the drip tray is easy to remove and clean.The metallic cup warmer on the top is average at best. It takes 15 mins to heat up and may not be the best if you're looking for a quick warm cup.The noise level is low, no different to a Nespresso machine or a kettle.The accessories that come with the machine are cheap and would recommend you get some proper stuff. As you will find, there's many accessories required and you may spend a bit more money on getting decent accessories to make a good coffee.

I tried this after lackluster experience with Bambino. Two for a pair. I liked the name and price. 5 months in daily use. Plastic build and light. Interesting prtafilter set up, have fun retrieving inner basket when you empty the grinds, recommend a splash screen insert. Milk frother very good when used without plastic sleeve best thing about this machine for me.There are better machines to start with on your coffee journey and they are a bit more expensive too but overall worthwhile.

I was a little concerned when I opened the box that the machine has a very plastic build but it all feels solid and hopefully the quality parts are on the inside of the machine.The portafilter initially feels substantial but that too is 90% plastic and there is a heavy weight in the handle which gives the impression of solidity.As far as I know the only difference between models is a metal drip tray cover and a metal cup holder in the top. This adds c£20 to the price and looks smart but I think the machine still looks smart in standard trim.The machine is very simple to use & quiet . The steam wand is very quick and powerful. It's easy to clean after use.My only negative is that the backlit control buttons are rather dimly lit making them difficult to see in bright light.I hope the machine lasts a reasonable amount of time. Gaggia only make coffee machines so they should be able to design it well.I think it represents good value.A slightly annoying issue is that the basket in the portafilter isn't held in place very well. When one tries to knock out the coffee grounds the basket immediately falls out. You then have to remove the grounds by hand which is messy.

We bought this machine to replace a Philips Saeco espresso machine that we’d had several years and couldn't fault. The Gaggia is great. Easy to operate and makes wonderful espresso without any fuss. Just what you need first thing in the morning. The memory function is brilliant. No more overfilled cups if distracted at the crucial moment by letting the dog out to pee! Very pleased, and it looks smart too without an inflated price tag.

I am really happy with my new gaggia, I ordered this to replace my old gran gaggia and must say it is a much improved machine. Looks nice on the counter top and makes a lovely coffee. Thumbs up!

Caffè non espresso e non caldo

Cercavo una macchina per il caffè non solo con le cialde e questa fa proprio al caso mio! Facile da utilizzare e il caffè è veramente ottimo (proverò al più presto anche il cappuccino!)

La cafetera es muy pequeña y absolutamente de plastico. El espumador de plastico pero lo peor del espumador es que no hay espacio para cocinar la leche en jarrito. Está muy bajo y no se mueve hacia arriba, imposible. Otro punto muy desfavorable es que hay que esperar demasiado para pasar de funcion vapor a cafe. El cafe que prepara es mediocre, hemos probado varios cafes de varias marcas y molidos diferentes, papara el café mediocremente.La manga es pesada pero toda de plastico. Hay ciertas cosas que no son aceptables que sean de plástico. Como el espumador, la bandeja para el goteo y el aro de la manija para poner la cesta del filto. Pues lo tiene TODO de plastico! Esto no da confianza de durabilidad siendo que son piezas de quitar limpiar y poner, el plastico de desgasta y eso lo sabe hasta un niño. Los ingenieros que diseñaron esta cafetera podrian dedicarse a otra cosa. Por lo tanto la vamos a devolver. Es cara para lo que ofrece y es incómoda para hacer la leche. Y el café que prepara es mediocre.Algun punto a favor? Que se puede programar la cantidad de cafe aunque yo eso no lo necesito. Por lo general las cafeteras manuales no ofrecen ésto y sería el único motivo por el que le pongo 1 estrella. Vale mas el enorme logo de Gaggia pegado en la cafetera y la caja que viene envuelta que toda la cafetera en sí misma.

Piacevolmente stupita dalla robustezza e dalla praticità. Caffè molto buono, mi aspettavo i soliti pulsanti di plastica rigidi soggetti alla rottura invece sono in gomma molto pratici funzionali e resistenti .Avevo un prodotto molto simile sempre della gaggia che ormai è fuori produzione, ho ripiegato su questo e spero che duri più anni perchè l'altra è durata solo 4 anni

Prodotto scadente..scomodo da utilizzare poco praticaIl boiler dell acqua è piccolo ed il braccio chiude male...caffe troppo liquido ..non fa la cremina che mi aspettavo da una Gaggia...ma il venditore conferma che sia giusto che esca così!