Classic Evo Pro

Color the 49 and 51 are mostly the color codes. EDIT: Posting my commnent from below for clarification. Don't trust the Amazon description.Gaggia in their infinitely Italian wisdom uses Model: RI9380/46 for both the E24 and Evo pro models Brushed Stainless Steel model. My original comment the number

I love it! It really feels like there are an abundance of features on it. Steaming is good and powerful, nothing like a commercial machine of course, but about 20 seconds for about 8 oz of milk. Pulls good shots, I enjoy the pre infusion and the option to set the temps of my boilers. The "schedule s

Gaggia classic or classic pro (not sure of difference yet) This is the highest quality machine at your price point, but the hardest to use since it lacks a PID. But if you are handy, you can upgrade it for PID or go all the way with Gaggiuino or GaggiMate and it will have most of the features of a $

It is in thoery it is defined but the top 2 search results for google return machines, barista express that have built in timed grinders as semi-auto. Not volumetric. https://www.seriouseats.com/best-semi-automatic-espresso-machines-7485937 This machine is simply a button activated rather than lever

Yes I'm aware of the Up. Basically I really love the design-shape of the Classic-family. They really did a good job as they look so different to the other Espresso-machines. And I personally love more the switches on the Classic E24 than those on the GT but all in all the GT has it's advantages for

All Gaggia classic versions have the wand dripping issue. I feel your frustrations... I watched all the YouTube reviews before buying the E24 and never heard about this problem. When I spoke with Gaggia North America support, they told me it's "working as intended" lol. It took everything for them t

Finally they fixed this. I’m using the Shades of Coffee version. I had the evo and mine started spraying hot water everywhere after 6 months, likely due to the flakes. The Gaggia valve is a disappointment and safety hazard on the classics, which makes it interesting they haven’t used this version on

Look around - it's all what tastes good to you. Some barista's have more luck using a moka pot at home (and prefer that over their professional espresso machines!) Moka pot will get you amazing coffee for like $25-50. My recommendation if you absolutely want a machine? DeLonghi ECP-3420. Brand new i