From Profitec Go to Gaggia Classic Pro V2: My Honest (Downgrading) Review

Update number 2 (Sep 23, 2024) my Gaggia Classic Evo Pro experienced the Boiler Gate issue where internal coating flaked off and was dumped into drinks through steaming wand. Gaggia sent me a warranty repalcement for the Evo Pro that instead had a "Polished Aluminum" interior as replacement. Review for the new non-coated Evo Pro coming out soon. Subscribe and stay tuned.

Update: Gaggia just released their Classic "Evo" Pro with updated pressure valve and stainless steel component upgrades, as well as a chemically coated aluminum boiler. You can get the new version for the same price as the standard Classic Pro here: https://amzn.to/3pIGLB7. My personal opinion is it's a welcomed upgrade.

We have been drinking espresso drinks for a few years now. We upgraded to the Profitec Go espresso machine (Single boiler PID) 6 months ago due to the hype. We sold my original GCP. 6 months later, realizing how bad of a mistake that was, we bought another Gaggia Classic Pro, which seems to be version 2 with an improved commercial-style stainless steel shower plate.

In this video, I'm unboxing version 2 of Gaggia Classic Pro and sharing my honest opinion with you about why a high-end single boiler w/PID might not be an upgrade compared to Gaggia Classic Pro.

Gaggia Classic Pro Version 2: https://amzn.to/3FiWPOo

Some recommended upgrades I've discussed in the video:
Cafelat Silicone E61 Group Gasket (Red) https://amzn.to/3ZKbTN3
IMS Precision Group Head Shower Screen GA 200 IM (55mm for Gaggia Classic Pro) https://amzn.to/408QP2T
E&B Lab NT (NanoTech) Double Espresso Portafilter Basket 58mm Ridgeless (18 grams) https://amzn.to/3JfIDXM
Urnex Espresso Machine Cleaning Powder https://amzn.to/3FohAIC
58mm Blind (Backflush) Basket https://amzn.to/3LrWbSN

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored video; I'm not a professional full-time espresso machine reviewer, just a daily espresso drinker who wants a no-nonsense good espresso machine.

0:00 Introduction
0:37 Why I'm Downgrading From Profitec Go
3:52 Unboxing (Skip if you like)
5:48 What's in the box
10:17 Drip Tray
14:40 Recommended upgrades
19:03 Inspecting New Shower Plate (Shower Screen Removal)
22:32 Silicon Gasket Upgrade
26:46 Goodbye Profitec Go
27:26 More recommended upgrades
28:33 Prepping machine for first use
31:42 Fill the boiler
34:07 Making first shot (without dialing in)
40:23 Steaming power
42:47 Refill the boiler after steaming
42:16 Enjoy the drink
44:16 In conclusion

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