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£501Check price ↗Manual espresso · RI9481
GaggiaClassic E24
A durable, repairable espresso machine with a brass boiler and serious steam power—but it rewards technique, not shortcuts.
Best forEnthusiasts who enjoy learning, adjusting and maintaining their setup
Think twice ifFast mornings, automatic milk or anyone without a capable grinder
Best checked price£501at Independent price tracker
See all 3 offers ↓Prices checked 26 July 2026 · Always verify at the retailer
The quick verdict
What it gets right—and what it asks of you.
What works
✓Brass boiler improves temperature stability
✓Commercial-size 58 mm portafilter
✓Strong manual steam wand
✓Repairable design with a large owner community
What to know
–No PID or shot timer
–Requires temperature management
–Basic included accessories
Where to buy
Checked UK prices.
Current range£501–£549
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Direct UK listing with parts warranty
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£501
Structured specifications
The numbers that affect daily use.
- Width
- 23 cm
- Depth
- 24 cm
- Height
- 38 cm
- Heat system
- Lead-free brass boiler
- Water tank
- 2.1 L
- Grinder
- Separate grinder needed
- Pressure
- 9-bar brew pressure
- Milk
- Manual steam
- Warranty
- Up to 5-year parts cover
Daily workflow
From sleepy to first cup.
Spec sheets miss the routine. This is what owning the machine actually feels like.
- 01
Allow the group and portafilter to warm
- 02
Grind, dose and tamp
- 03
Manage boiler temperature before brewing
- 04
Start and stop the shot manually
- 05
Switch to steam and purge before milk
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