Gaggia Classic Up Lever-Style Espresso Machine, Black

The Gaggia Classic UP builds on the legendary Gaggia line of home lever-operated espresso machines and offers a range of modern features that make it easier to prepare high-quality espresso. It retains the robust stainless steel construction, professional 58mm brass brew head, powerful 1200W boiler, and 15-bar pump pressure, while also adding electronic temperature control, adjustable pre-infusion, an integrated pressure gauge, and a display with an extraction timer.

Thanks to Quick Heat Up technology, the machine is ready for use in just a few minutes. The electronically controlled system ensures a more stable temperature during coffee and steam preparation, which is particularly noticeable during daily use and when brewing multiple cups in succession.

More Consistent Espresso Without Complicated Adjustments

Compared to the previous generation Gaggia Classic E24, the UP model offers significantly greater ease of use. Electronic temperature control eliminates the need for “temperature surfing ” and helps achieve more consistent extraction.

The built-in pressure gauge allows you to monitor pressure during espresso brewing, while the shot timer on the display makes it easy to control extraction time. An adjustable pre-infusion feature is also available, which can be customized according to the type of coffee or turned off completely.

Perfect Cappuccinos and Lattes

The coffee machine is equipped with a fully swiveling professional steam wand, which allows you to easily create a fine microfoam for cappuccinos, lattes, or flat whites. A separate hot water wand also lets you prepare an Americano or tea.

Although it uses a single boiler, the electronic control system ensures a faster transition between brewing espresso and frothing milk, as well as more stable steam output.

Thoughtful Details for Everyday Use

A practical warming tray on top keeps cups preheated so your espresso stays at the right temperature. The coffee maker allows you to brew two cups at once, and thanks to a maximum cup height of 170 mm, even taller glasses fit under the lever.

The set includes two drip trays —a classic one and a low one, which provides more space for items such as an espresso scale or a taller cup.

The robust stainless steel construction, weighing 8.1 kg, ensures high stability and a long service life.

Why choose the Gaggia Classic UP over the Gaggia Classic E24?

The Classic UP model is based on the same proven foundation as the E24 but adds a number of features that significantly simplify the preparation of high-quality espresso.

Advantages of the UP model:

• electronically controlled temperature for more stable extraction
• Adjustable pre-infusion (3 levels or off)
• Integrated pressure gauge
• display with shot timer
• Option to automatically stop extraction after a set time
• More consistent steam output
• Two drip trays
• Professional metal tamper included
• Blind filter for backflushing
• Fully rotatable steam wand

If you’re looking for a home lever espresso machine that offers more professional control over coffee preparation without the need for additional modifications, the Gaggia Classic UP is one of the most interesting options in in its category.

Technical Specifications

Width: 211 mm
Height: 358 mm
Depth: 278 mm
Product weight: 8.1 kg
Weight including packaging: 8.4 kg
Surface material: stainless steel
Color: black
Built-in grinder: no
Separate steam nozzle: yes
Separate hot water nozzle: yes
Connection to water supply or drain: no
Voltage and power: 230 V, 50 Hz / 1,200 W
Pump pressure: 15 bar
Water tank capacity: 2.1 L
Pre-brewing function: yes
Hot water dispensing: yes
Adjustable coffee temperature: yes
Simultaneous preparation of two beverages: Yes
Maximum cup height: 170 mm
Cup warming tray: Yes
Number of boilers: 1
Number of pressure gauges: 1