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Gaggia 97001 Coffee Deluxe Espresso Machine with Automatic Milk Frother, Silver | 
| Brand: Gaggia
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $500.00
Buy New: $348.95
You Save: $151.05 (30%)
New (11) from $279.95
Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 46141
Color: Silver
Shipping Weight (lbs): 19
Dimensions (in): 25 x 13 x 12
Warranty: Gaggia Espresso Machines and Accessories have a 1 year limited warranty
MPN: 97001
Model: 97001
UPC: 693042970013
EAN: 0693042970013
ASIN: B0001KO9SI
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 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 | | • | Measures 14-1/2 by 8 by 9-3/4 inches |
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Product Description
The Gaggia Coffee De Luxe was designed with the new Euro-Silver color and the cappuccinatore (Automatic Frother) that makes frothing milk easier then ever. It shares the same easy to clean, high strength powered coated surface as the Gaggia Coffee. As with all Gaggia machines expect commercial quality components. Commercial Quality EspressoGaggia 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. Commercial Quality ComponentsThe Gaggia Coffee De Luxe has the added feature of a 3-way solenoid valve. This fancy sounding component has the u
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
 It broke April 22, 2008
Alberto Gemin (New York City, USA)
We liked this machine, it used to make a good coffee and produced enough steam to make a couple of cappuccini. Then, after about four months of being used sparingly, it broke. The boiler does not heat the water anymore. I have no patience dealing with customer support or returning the stuff etc. I want the stuff I buy to work. It is not science fiction, it's what's called "core competency" for Gaggia. So we're just writing Gaggia off, and telling other people (you) about it. We might have been just unlucky, but judging from the other reviews it seems we are not alone.
 Gaggia Coffee or Coffee DeLuxe January 20, 2008
Skip Thomsen (Hilo, HI United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Gaggia Coffee DeLuxe Review
Purchased mid 2006
This machine was a replacement for a Gaggia Carrezza I had been using for a little over two years. Why did I replace the Carrezza? I had read lots of reviews, most of which raved about the Coffee and the Coffee DeLuxe, and my Carrezza, although still working great, was getting pretty noisy. I figured I could sell it while it was still working, so why not upgrade now?
As it turns out, the Coffee DeLuxe was hardly an "upgrade." It does nothing the Carrezza didn't do better. It is difficult to figure why this thing cost $150 more than the Carezza.
My first impression was, what did I get for the extra $50 over the price of the Coffee? Supposedly it was the finish of the DeLuxe case, which to me looks like any Wal-Mart small appliance. It's just a painted, stamped steel case with an ill-fitting plastic panel on the front. My $12 toaster looks better made.
The switches on the Carrezza were big, conveniently placed and intuitive. The switches on the Coffee are tiny, inconveniently placed and about as counter-intuitive as they could be. After six months with this machine, I still have to squint to look at the ulta-tiny icons on the switches to see which is which. I finally added an "on-off" label because having switches that turn on to the left and off to the right is again, counter-intuitive.
My biggest complaint is the water reservoir. On the Carrezza, it was made of clear, frosted plastic, plainly visible from the front of the machine at about any viewing angle. I could lift the lid, pour in the water as I watched the level rise in the reservoir. On the Coffee, the reservoir is made of smoke-colored plastic, and it is tucked away under the front overhang of the machine. To fill the reservoir, I need to remove the cheezy plastic cover (on the Carrezza it was hinged) and get out my flashlight which then allows me to barely see the water level in the reservoir. Holding the flashlight while pouring the water while bending over to be able to see under the overhang is a real challenge. Again, really user-unfriendly.
The steam knob is on the right side of the machine, a curious location since you need to operate it while holding the frothing pitcher. Not a big deal, but not user-friendly. The knob on the Carrezza was conveniently located on the top of the machine.
The drip tray on the Carrezza got a lot of reviewer flack because it didn't hold much liquid. That was an easy fix. I simply slid an espresso cup under the brew head after pulling a shot, then the drips would end up in the cup. The drip tray in the Coffee is bigger. It is also a super-flimsy, ill-fitting plastic box that sort of sloppily slides into the stamped steel housing. It has a very thin metal grille on top. It works, but it is junk.
OK, so how does the machine work? It works as well as the Carezza did and its redeeming feature was that it didn't make as much noise as the Carezza . . . for a while. For the last month or so, it has been getting louder and louder and now it intermittently sounds like something is coming apart inside. It is now louder than the Carezza was at its worst.
Speaking of noise, the first time I turned it on, the thin metal panel that covers the pump housing vibrated so loudly it sounded like some sort of alarm. I removed it and bent it slightly so it would rest solidly against the too-big slots it fit into, and that stopped the buzz-roar. How nice it would have been to have it delivered that way.
Bottom line: If I could trade this machine straight across for another new Carezza, I would. When it comes time to replace it, I'll look to some other brand besides Gaggia. The Carrezza is no doubt the best all-around value in an espresso machine.
 Good espresso machine August 27, 2007
Chih Hung Hsu (CA, USA)
Very solid body, quick start to make my first espresso. Still learning... But, overall, easy to use.
Good machine with reasonable price July 16, 2007
JCafe (Burlingame, CA USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Firstly, the shipping was really fast. The service is great, thank Amazon.
I like the Gaggia's packing box. The machine doesn't occupy much space. It's easy to use, much quiet than I think. The crema would come out if you follow the golden rule.
The only flaw is the pump is not in balance, so the times of the water coming out from the brewing head are not the same. (Left is a little faster than right) But I still think it's the best machine within $300.
 Great Machine June 12, 2007
Christine (New York, New York United States)
Makes great espresso (I have not used the crema disc per the other reviews) and the perfect frothing wand is just that. I have frothed almond milk, soy milk and 1% milk so far and they all got incredibly frothy. I took my time getting to know the parts and pieces and the set-up. After that you realize how really easy it is to use this machine. I have used both the pods (illy's) & fresh ground and I think I like the fresh ground better but if you have company and want to make a bunch of cups quickly and cleanly use the pods. Just don't forget to refill the water basin.
I'm very happy
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