How does the Evolution of Gaggia stack up? #coffee #machine #technology #review

For many of you, the Gaggia is the ultimate home espresso machine because it allows the owner to easily upgrade, mod and repair. But what if you don't have the skills to tinker with it? Does it lose its value because at it's core, its just a simple single boiler with a couple of rocker switches? It's a classic but are classics still in fashion?

At only $500 USD/ $900AUD its one of the cheapest machines on the market and while its limited in its functions (ie: no PID, No Preinfusion or ability to flow control or pressure profile) its elegant look and minimalist 1930s design, will still have people flocking to it as an entry level or first coffee machine.

The improvements or Evolution from the Classic Pro are minor but they could make a huge difference to your morning brew and if your main focus is getting the best coffee and not the fanicest or most expensive devices, and for those with a smaller budget, the Gaggia Evo Classic Pro can provide its owner who is willing to put in the effort to learn and grow, the greatest rewards.

I take a look at the new "Evolved" Gaggia Classic Evo Pro to see if the average home barista can get a good coffee from it and I was surprised at what I found out.

Take a look and as always, Enjoy your Brew!

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[ChrisWilliams-vmdo]

Was going to buy one, but then heard about the flaking boiler problem. That would have been very frustrating.

[jamesmclaughlin]

I have the gaggia pro put a 9 bar spring and bottomless portafilter some upgraded baskets a good scale nock box rocky grinder. I love my little set up. It's all you need. I'm having grea espresso and cappuccinos. Can't recommend it enough.

[dejedejsson]

Now, unfortunately, I have an EVO with the problem of flaking, but I have never heard anything about the EVO having a new heat stabilizer, no one else has mentioned anything about this, can you elaborate a little more on that detail, I don't really follow how it worked!?

[Sanmer]

Picked up this exact model second hand last week specifically to mod. The Gaggiuino mods (the PIP at 12.54) turns the humble Gaggia into a flow profiling and pressure profiling machine like a DIY Decent. That is phenomenal potential at a super low price point.

Even though the Classic Evo Pro doesn't come with automatic pre-infusion, by turning the steam knob a half turn at the start of the shot for a few seconds (make sure there is a jug or a cup under the steam wand) manual and repeatable pre-infusion is easy to achieve.

[dejedejsson]

Gaggia and Boilergate are a fact unfortunately I am one of those affected, sad I really like Gaggia but don't buy one before they remove the coating in the boiler

[hash]

@Rydecoffeecoach I'm looking to buy either stock Gaggia EvoPro OR Rancillio V6, and then mod them with the gaggiuino modification. Looking at the boiler capacity and brass construction, I'm thinking the Rancillio although the Gaggia looks very nice. Any thoughts?

[petes_CE]

Hey there Coach! Have you had any flaking issues with your Classic Evo Pro?

[victor-antonioali]

Hoping to buy a home machine soon, I'm curious if the MiiCoffee Apex (Turn - Legato), actually will stand the test of longevity vs the Gaggia Classic Pro... only 20 years into the future will we truly know right? Am I wrong to notice that the Capresso EC Pro and the Apex-Legato are similar looking machines?

[filofilo]

I have considered this machine but I'm going with the Profitec Go

[vicman]

I just ordered one (the 85 anniversary edition)! I will roll the dice and hope I don't have the boiler issue.

[larrylitmanen]

I am OK with a plastic tamper because realistically if someone is buying this machine they are not new to coffee, they already have a tamper.

What I do have an issue with is that after Covid people started buying espresso machines, so it went from just enthusiasts buying these to regular people who just want a good cup of coffee.

The issue is a regular person is not OK with 15-20 heat-up time, this is why Breville and the new Gaggia that were developed after Covid have super fast heat-up times.

Gaggia needs to update the bowler if it wants to sell to non enthusiasts.

[fabiolicenziato]

Hi, which tamper would be perfect for the Gaggia Classic Evo Pro? Thank you

[MrShabtay]

Had to return my new Gaggia Evo after a week of having it due to nonstick coating flaking off through the steam wand and group head. Manufactured 06/2023. So disappointed! I had already purchased gagguino mod kit as well, so now I’m thinking about trying to install it in a Rancillo Silvia or a Profitec GO. There should be a class action lawsuit!!

[jpoppinmoneyunit]

Isn’t the new gaggia espresso style/deluxe machine the newer version you’re asking for? It is still simple with pid.

[dimitristsolkanakis]

What about the lelits, like the Anna with pid

[champs]

Well, it better stack up, buddy... here in Brazil, unfortunately, we don't have so many options. :/ ☕

[coffeesnob]

Well the Turin Legato (also under other names) is definitely competing with the Gaggia offering. I'm also disappointed with this latest model, not much of a difference really, just internal upgrades as you pointed out.

[wavyavy]

Machines should not be using aluminium where the liquid comes into contact - its proven that kitchen utensils that are aluminium can contribute to the onset of dementia with a lot of use. My grandmother unfortunately died of dementia and we believe the plaque build up was due to continuously using the same aluminium cutlery for years and years. This one thing that puts me off this machine...