Refurbished Gaggia Anima Prestige Super-Automatic Espresso Machine

Simpler Gaggia

Thought I had already done this review in its entirety. . . Here is a shortened version. Wish the link provided with the non-original packaging had been for the model I had actually received. . . this was a problem with completing the setup optimally. Good points: lower unit height fits well under my ceiling mounted cabinets, enjoy that there are no interior "lids" on both the water and bean areas. The "touch" to activate the buttons is very light, compared to my old Gaggia Academia which this refurb replaced. The "baffles" on the dreg/water drawer are a good idea in theory, but it is still pretty hard to get a full drawer of water to the sink without spilling. The coffee puck drawer holds a lot of them, so it is a long time in use before necessary to empty (or before the red light comes on. ) Getting used to that red "error" light, when the dreg/coffee puck drawer needs to be removed, but an improvement over the Academia for being easily recognized for service required. Will need to consult WLL staff for whether it is necessary to use the tablets for brew group cleaner, or if Cafiza soaking of that brew group is an acceptable method. The non-original packaging did include a detailed list of what was included in the box, which was helpful. Again, wish the QR code provided had been for the actual machine in the box, not some generic startup manual. I went to the WLL support tech online to find the actual owners manual, which was not included with the machine as packaged for shipment. In general, this seems to be an okay machine for the kind and frequency of coffee beverages used at our home. Enjoy a simpler device after 15 years of the "first class" Academia, where we still only made about 3 beverages on a regular basis. This Anima makes 4 which should be more than adequate for my needs. Thanks for asking. . . hope my first review can be located. . . as it was probably more complete.

Love it

We absolutely love our Gaggia anima prestige. The only downside side is that now we are drinking way more coffee than ever!! 😊 The machine works like a dream, and it was a great price.

Great entry point into home espresso drinks!

Great entry level point into higher quality coffee at home. One button espresso + milk drinks whenever you want it without leaving the house. Yes!!!