Features

• Measures 13-2/5 by 10-2/3 by 9-1/4 inches
• 1425-watt espresso machine housed in ABS plastic with easy-access controls
• 17-1/2-bar pump; brass components provide temperature stability
• 1-1/5-liter water-tank capacity; ergonomic grip on filter-holder; drip-proof system
• Turbo-frother steam wand quickly froths milk; hot-water dispenser for convenience

Amazon.com Review

Combining advanced technology with a classic design, this coffee/espresso machine for making hot drinks at home includes all the benefits of a commercial system. Designed in Italy by Gaggia, one of the most respected names in the espresso industry, the unit uses standard 58 mm filters to provide ample room for brewing rich, full espresso. Its commercial-grade construction includes stainless-steel housing, a high-power 17-1/2-bar pump with a high-voltage boiler for quick warm-up times, and an independent expansion valve. A three-way solenoid valve is also included, providing immediate pressure release from the grouphead once an espresso pull is completed, allowing the portafilter to be removed and the next shot to be prepared instantly. For excellent temperature stability, its portafilters and grouphead are made of heavy-duty marine-grade brass with chrome plating. The machine works with coffee pods and is designed to deliver two cups at once. Other convenient features include a hot-water dispenser for tea, a frothing wand for crema, and a cup warmer. A single- and double-shot stainless-steel filter basket, coffee tamper, and 7-gram measuring scoop are included. Its 72-ounce water reservoir is removable for easy filling or cleaning. To keep the espresso machine clean, simply wipe it down with a damp cloth. The unit measures 14-1/4 by 8 by 9-1/2 inches. --Catie Unger ... Read more

Features

• Measures 14-1/4 by 8 by 9-1/2 inches
• Coffee/espresso machine with 72-ounce removable water reservoir
• Stainless-steel housing; brass portafilters and grouphead for temperature stability
• 17-1/2-bar pump with high-voltage boiler; hot-water dispenser; frothing wand
• Single- and double-shot stainless-steel filter basket, tamper, and measuring scoop included

Features

• Measures 15-1/4 by 11 by 15 inches; 1-year warranty
• Grinds whole beans, doses, tamps, and extracts authentic espresso
• Fully-adjustable grinder for dark or light roast and for 6 to 9 grams
• Used coffee grounds are automatically ejected into internal dump box
• Includes 7-gram coffee measuring scoop, grinder cleaning brush, and brew-group key

Reviews (1)

I'm now a stranger at Starbucks
First, I have nothing to do with Gaggia corp. I worry that some reviews are written by salespeople at the company and I want to promise that I am NOT affiliated with them.

We purchased this as a way to curb our ever-growing Starbucks expenses but maintain a high quality coffee experience. My wife and I both make morning coffee just about every day - she a cafe mocha and me a vanilla-flavoured espresso drink.

It hurts to spend $700 on a machine without being able to try it out locally - but with Amazon's easy return policy, I decided it was worth the risk.

I'm glad I did.

My wife and I did some math.... with a 4-time-per-week Starbucks stop, we were spending (embarassing!) $30/week over there. We now purchase Starbucks espresso ($6-7/bag) which provides about a weeks' worth of brews. So a net savings of $23/week, or about $1100/year. With our understaffed/crowded Starbucks, we spent about 8-10 minutes, minimum, getting coffee there. This machine lets you make both coffees, at home, in about 5-7 minutes. Ok, enough justifiying... how about the machine/results?

PROS

* Just as good as Starbucks - once you get the brew right. It took us 4-5 tries to get it right - then we leave it set and it's perfect every time.

* easy to use after a few tries. Once you learn the machine, it's easy to use. Takes 3-4 tries to learn the meaning of the LEDs - but it's as easy it can be after that.

* Hands-off brewing - neat little robot grinds,tamps, brews, and discards grounds all out-of-sight. You push the button, stand back and watch it work.

* Looks cool - guests always comment. We wish it were stainless steel, however. But the plastic is pretty tough and easier to keep clean.

CONS:

* Takes way too long to heat. I've made sure to learn that the first thing I do when entering the kitchen is turn it on - by the time I've put on my shoes, etc. etc. it's ready to brew. Ditto going from brew to steam. Needs more power in the burner to heat more quickly.

* Water dispenser is too small... must fill it almost daily. We solved this inconvenience by placing the machine within reach of our sink sprayer. Now we just stretch it out and fill 'er up.

* Noisy - click, whirrrr, slam. This machine makes a bunch of noise. All that tamping and such.

* Poor documentation - but a really nice CDROM video. You must go through both the printed documentation and the video to get all the info you need. Start with the CDROM first.

* Access door - this is minor, but it could have been made easier to open to get out dregs.

* Single burner - you cannot steam while you brew. One at a time, and the temperature difference forces you to wait between brewing and steaming for it to heat up, then you must put water through the steamer to cool it down for brewing. The trick is to brew all of your coffee first, then do your steaming afterward. This means a large steaming pitcher. This will save time and frustration.

We've owned it for two weeks - as long as it holds up, we are thrilled with the results.

ADDED INFORMATION
After 4 weeks with it, a new pc. of info. They simply MUST put an auto-off switch on this machine. We are constantly leaving the machine on after steaming. Why? In our kitche, the sun shines on the machine in the morning and you cannot see the LED/indicators that well. I have put a timer outlet on it so that we don't leave it heating steam all day. If we accidentally leave it on, it shuts off after 9 AM with the timer. ... Read more

Features

• Measures 25 by 13 by 12 inches; 1-year warranty
• 1425-watt espresso machine with 17-1/2-bar pump and 64-ounce reservoir capacity
• Commercial-style chrome-plated brass grouphead and portafilter; self-priming pump
• Turbo Frother steam wand for frothed milk; simple fingertip controls; built-in cup warmer
• 2 stainless-steel filter baskets, coffee tamper, and 7-gram measuring scoop included

Reviews (1)

This Machine has served me well for 5 years
I've had this machine since I was a starving student in grad school. Like many, I added up all the $ I was spending on lattes and quickly justified the purchase. I did a lot of research, looking for the highest quality, lowest priced "pump" model I could find. This was it. It's not one of the super-automatic machines, and takes a little effort to familiarize yourself with it (READ the manual & save it, it's important stuff!). It's not too difficult, and it certainly takes less time to make a cup o java then standing in line at the local coffee house, (better than starbucks, and at least as good as Peets! see Peets.com for the best coffee you'll ever have, and no, I've never worked for them).

They must have gotten this machine right, from the picture, it looks like it's exactly the same machine I bought 5 years ago. Now that it's 5 years old, I'm starting to have some inconsistent performance, but I suspect it's because I've never done the de-calcificaion that I've been reading about. But for this price, 5 years of trouble free performance makes it worth every penny! ... Read more

Features

• Measures 11 by 15-3/8 by 15-1/6 inches
• Automatic espresso machine with sleek, stainless-steel housing and LCD digital display
• 2 1250-watt stainless-steel-lined thermoblock boilers and 15-bar pump
• 60-ounce water reservoir; built-in conical burr grinder; 18 adjustable grind settings
• Frothing wand; rapid steam for froth with no wait time; 8-1/2-ounce bean hopper; cup warmer

Features

• Measures 10-1/2 by 9-1/4 by 14-3/4 inches; 1-year limited warranty
• Espresso machine with commercial-style filter basket for great-tasting espresso
• Drip-proof system; self-priming pump; Turbo Frother provides great froth every time
• Casing in ABS plastic; group and filter-holder in chromium-plated brass
• Includes single and double stainless-steel filter baskets, coffee tamper, coffee scoop

Features

• Measures 8-3/4 by 10-1/2 by 13-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty
• 1425-watt espresso machine with commercial-style filter basket
• Self-priming pump; "temperature ready" lights; built-in cup warmer
• Laterally removable water reservoir; Turbo Frother steam wand; large drip tray
• Includes single and double stainless-steel filter baskets, coffee tamper, and coffee scoop

Features

• Turbo Frother Steam Wand
• Commercial size and style portafilter handle
• Cup warmer
• Hot water dispenser
• Illy Pod capable

Features

• Pannarello wand for perfect froth every time
• Adjustable water and coffee volume controls
• Bypass doser for decaf when you have regular whole bean in your hopper
• Just push the brew button and the machine does the rest
• LCD display for clear and easy instructions and warnings

Features

• Measures 14-1/2 by 8 by 9-3/4 inches
• 1425-watt espresso machine with 16-bar pump, 2 thermostats, and commercial-quality construction
• Turbo Frother for perfectly frothed milk; 30-cup removable water reservoir; hot-water dispenser
• Built-in cup warmer; anti-drip system; Illy-pod capability; illuminated switches; safety valve
• Easy-to-clean, detachable parts; 2 stainless-steel filter baskets, coffee tamper, and 7-gram scoop included

Product Description

The Carezza is a modern designed espresso machine with the soul of the Gaggia's traditional equipment. This economical machine will perform at the same level as Gaggia's more expensive models, but uses a plastic housing to minimize weight and production costs. For those who desire the pure Italian bloodlines and flashy style, the Carezza is a perfect choice. * Commercial Quality Espresso Gaggia espresso is true Italian espresso. Thick with crema, black as night, more flavor per ounce then any other home machine. All Gaggia brewing components are specifically manufactured to ensure top quality espresso. This includes the heavy duty portafilter handle that weighs in at one pound of chrome plated brass. It matches up to a true commercial brew group also forged of chrome plated brass. The benefit to using such heavy duty material is temperature stability and unmatched durability. * Creamy Froth. The Gaggia designed turbo frother is a perfect example of simplicity by design. With almost no skill a novice can create a creamy froth for the perfect cappuccino, or steam up enough milk for an American style latte. A 1,370 watt boiler system powers the Gaggia, reducing your preparation time. With locomotive power the Gaggia will steam up enough milk for 2 cappuccinos or even an American Style Latte in only a minute and a half. The turbo frother is easily removable for fast clean up. * Hot Water Add hot water to your espresso and create an Americano as an alternative to drip coffee. The robust flavor of espresso is captured without the intensity, making a far more satisfying experience then you could ever hope to accomplish with a drip machine. You can extend the usefulness of your Gaggia by quickly preparing 8 oz of hot water in only 20 seconds for your favorite teas, hot chocolate, soups or whatever you can imagine. The boiler recovers for additional hot water in as little as 15 seconds. * Your own Espresso Bar If your reading this then its assumed youre a coffee enthusiast ... Read more

Features

• Commercial Quality Espresso Gaggia espresso is true Italian espresso
• Creamy Froth
• Hot Water Add hot water to your espresso and create an Americano as an alternative to drip coffee

Features

• Measures 13-1/2 by 10-2/3 by 9-1/4 inches; 1-year warranty
• 1425-watt espresso machine with powerful 17-1/2-bar pump and durable ABS plastic housing
• Chrome-plated brass brew group; 44-ounce reservoir; automatic self-priming pump; milk frother
• Stainless-steel drop-trap basin and cup-support grating slide out for quick cleaning
• Includes single/pod and double stainless-steel filter baskets, plastic tamper, and coffee scoop

Product Description

Gaggia CAREZZA is elegant, made with simplicity and ease of maintenance. It reaches the ideal temperature in just 5 minutes, and can be left on all day long.  Filter-holder and unit in brass to coffee-bar design maintaining constant temperature to ensure a good cup of creamy coffee without the need for further accessories. It will never cease to amaze you with the quality of its coffee and cappucino. This model is equipped with the "Turbo" system for steaming milk to a foamy froth. Ergonomic grip on the filter-holder; drop-trap basin and cup support grating in stainless steel, both easy to slide out; automatic selfpriming device to facilitate start-up. ... Read more

Features

• Turbo Frother milk frothing wand for perfect froth every time
• Commercial style filter basket for perfect espresso
• Gaggia has been tested and approved for use with the world famous Illy pods
• The 55watt pump has power to spare, and is mounted on vibration resistant rubber mounts
• The reservoir is easy to fill. Slide it to the left and poor the water in.

Product Description

Gaggia CAREZZA is elegant, made with simplicity and ease of maintenance. It reaches the ideal temperature in just 5 minutes, and can be left on all day long.  Filter-holder and unit in brass to coffee-bar design maintaining constant temperature to ensure a good cup of creamy coffee without the need for further accessories. It will never cease to amaze you with the quality of its coffee and cappucino. This model is equipped with the "Turbo" system for steaming milk to a foamy froth. Ergonomic grip on the filter-holder; drop-trap basin and cup support grating in stainless steel, both easy to slide out; automatic selfpriming device to facilitate start-up. ... Read more

Features

• Turbo Frother Steam Wand
• Commercial size and style portafilter handle
• Cup warmer
• Hot water dispenser
• Illy Pod capable

Features

• The best pump power, heating capacity and brass components at this price
• 17.5 bar pump
• Comes with Turbo Frother frothing wand and an auto-frother
• Commercial style portafilter for better quality espresso
• Includes two stainless steel filter baskets, coffee tamper and 7g measuring scoop.

Features

• Turbo Frother milk frothing wand for perfect froth every time.
• 17.5 bar pump
• Chrome-plated brass commercial style portafilter for the best quality espresso.
• Includes two stainless steel filter baskets, coffee tamper and 7g measuring scoop
• The best pump power, heating capacity and brass components at this price