Not to start. Learn the classic 'temperature surfing' routine, then add a PID or Gaggiuino mod later — that's the joy of owning one.

Espresso Machine · Reviewed 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-07-30

Gaggia Classic E24 Review

Name: Gaggia Classic E24
Brand: Gaggia
Price: 449 GBP
Availability: InStock

4.6/5Modder's Choice

The legendary Classic Pro, reborn with a brass boiler — the redemption story of 2026 and still the best platform for learning espresso.

Brass boiler fixes the Evo's coating issue; unrivalled mod community.

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Current UK price

£449

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Our verdict

Brass boiler fixes the Evo's coating issue; unrivalled mod community. It earns a 4.6/5 because, after measuring 8 min (single boiler) and pushing it through our standard 40-shot protocol, it does what it claims — consistently and without drama. Best for: Enthusiasts who want to learn, tweak and eventually Gaggiuino it.

Pros & cons

What we love

Real brass boiler — the Boilergate fix
Commercial 58mm portafilter
Huge modding community (Gaggiuino)
Simple, repairable, built to last

What could be better

No PID out of the box (temp surfing required)
Small stock steam wand until you practice
No included grinder — budget for one

How it performed

Our measurements

Heat-up time: 8 min (single boiler)
Shot temp drift: ±3°C without PID
Boiler material: Brass (E24)
Noise: 61 dB

All measurements from our standard 40-shot test protocol. Full methodology on How We Test.

Specs at a glance

Boiler: Brass, 255 ml
Portafilter: 58mm
Steam wand: Professional, adjustable
Solenoid valve: 3-way
Power: 1,450 W

Who should buy it?

Buy the Gaggia Classic E24 if enthusiasts who want to learn, tweak and eventually gaggiuino it. Skip it if you need no pid out of the box (temp surfing required).