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Gaggia Classic II 2013 review

Gaggia Classic II 2013

CHOICE Expert Rating

58%
What is the CHOICE Expert Rating?
Good points

Good Points

  • Cup warming plate.
  • Very even coffee temperature when making consecutive cups of coffee.
  • Very good controls.
  • Excellent instructions regarding pre-heating the cups/machine and coffee making.
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Poor milk frothing.
  • Can't accommodate large cups.

Type

Machine type
Manual

Recommended products

Recommended
Not recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
58%
Taste test score
55%
Ease of use score
72%
Milk frothing score
40%
Coffee temperature consistency score
100%
Measured heat-up time
1 min 40 sec
Time taken to froth 200mL milk
1 min

Sustainability

Brand reliability score
Not available
Brand satisfaction score
Not available
Warranty (years)
2
Country of origin
Romania
Shop Ethical rating
C

Related products

Availability
Discontinued model

Cost

Price
$666.00

Specifications

Capsule type
N/A
Type of heating system
Boiler
Water reservoir capacity (L)
2.1
Stated pump pressure (bar)
Not stated
Dimensions (cm, HxWxD)
36 x 22 x 24
Weight (kg)
7.2
Contents of packaging
Espresso machine, group handle, one/two cup filter (dual wall), coffee pod filter, coffee tamp, measuring spoon, European/Australian power plug adaptor and literature.
Website
segafredo.com.au

Features

Standby mode
Automatic power turn-off
Removable water reservoir
Water tank empty reminder
Hot water nozzle
Yes (same as steam nozzle)
Removable drip tray
Cup warming plate
Recycle scheme
N/A
Cord storage
Programmable coffee quantity
Digital display
Espresso pressure or milk temperature gauge
Adjustable water temperature for coffee making
Adjustable steam pump rate
Jug for milk frothing
Milk frothing
Integrated

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