The Gaggia Anima Coffee and Espresso Machine has programmable options along with a steam wand for manual frothing of lattes and cappuccinos. The programmable brewing options are for making espresso and lungo. The machine comes with 3 controlled temperature settings for you to brew coffee just as hot as you like it. It also features a 60 oz removable water tank and a bean hopper. All of this comes with a 2-year warranty.
Our Rating: 4.3 out of 5
Gaggia Anima Coffee and Espresso Machine Ratings by Features:
Easy to Use 4.7 out of 5 |
Flavor 4.7 out of 5 |
Easy to Clean 4.7 out of 5 |
Versatility 4.2 out of 5 |
Quality of Material 4.3 out of 5 |
Durability 4.1 out of 5 |
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Pros
- Easy access to the water tank and bean hopper
- Warranty is longer than competitors
- Ceramic burr grinder is quiet while brewing coffee
Cons
- Water may leak from the machine
- Internal parts like the grinder wear out quickly
Gaggia Anima Coffee and Espresso Machine Specs:
Dimensions 13.4”H x 8.7” W x 17” |
Hopper Capacity 8.8 oz |
Reservoir Capacity 60 oz |
Max. Cup Height 5.9" |
Boiler Type Single |
Grind Settings 5 |
Consumer Ratings for the Gaggia Anima Coffee Espresso Machine:
At the time of writing the Consumer Ratings for Gaggia Anima Coffee Espresso Machine has 126 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on Amazon. Around 73% of the consumers have rated it as a five star product.
The reviews are positive in general. The consumers are satisfied with the taste of Gaggia Anima Coffee Espresso Machine. It is easy to use and easy to clean as stated by some consumers. The maintenance is easy and takes no time. The quality and the consistency of the coffee are the most liked features. A few consumers have complained about the noise of the machine as being loud, however, the rest of them do not find this as irksome.
Most of the negative feedback was about the durability of the product. Some comments had complaints about the malfunctioning of the sensor and the machine breaking down. The machine indicated the grinder being empty despite the grinder being filled with coffee beans. Several consumers had no such issues.
It can be concluded from the reviews that the coffee machine needs maintenance and cleaning on a regular basis to avoid any glitches. It was suggested to disassemble the machine and clean properly to avoid clogging. There were no major flaws as far as the performance was concerned. The price was a perturbing factor for some of the consumers who had trouble using the machine. On the other hand, the consumers who were satisfied with the performance validated that it was worth the price.
Bottom Line:
The Gaggia Anima Coffee and Espresso Machine is recommended for both home and professional use. This is because it brews a variety of coffees - both with and without milk so it is great for a large household or barista.
