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Bialetti Gioia Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Type:Capsule Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:0.500 LPump Pressure:20 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Bialetti Gioia Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 7 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

5.4

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the coffee machine's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best coffee machines on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

95%

5.2

Technical score

5%

8.3

Review score ( 5 · 2)

Review score 5% · 8.3 · based on 7 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
▼Worse than 95% of coffee-machines
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

35%

5.3

Performance

25%

4.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

5.5

Features

15%

6.6

Design

▼Worse than 96% of coffee-machines
8.3

Review score

Review score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 74% of models
Grades by review (7)
5 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
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1

17.4%

9.0

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Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 74% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Bialetti Gioia

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

35%

5.3

Performance

25%

4.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

5.5

Features

15%

6.6

Design

5.2
Review score
Review score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 74% of models
Grades by review (7)
5 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
≈ estimated
1

17.4%

9.0

coffeeinitalia.com

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.3
Popularity
Popularity
9.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the coffee machine.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 87% of models
Popularity:
Bialetti Gioia has a popularity of 9.7 points, which is higher than 87% of coffee machines.
9.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the coffee machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

60%

5.4

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

6.7
Power
1,200 W
Power
1,200 W
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,200 W of heating power, which is lower than the power of 75.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 1.5% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
0.5 L
Water Container Capacity
0.5 L
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 0.5 L in its water tank, which is smaller than 97.3% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
20 bar
Pump Pressure
20 bar
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 20 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 90.5% of coffee machines and equal to that of 9.6% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
35 s
Heating Time
35 s
▲ Better than 52% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 35 s, which is faster than 52.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 2.7% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Thermoblock
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What reviewers say
Type
Capsule Coffee Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee. 60% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
Works with Beans
no
Works with Beans
no
▼ Worse than 38% of models
This coffee machine does not accept whole coffee beans. 38.1% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
Works with ESE Pods
no
Works with ESE Pods
no
▼ Worse than 24% of models
This coffee machine does not accept ESE pods. 24.3% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
ESE pod compatibility allows use of standard Easy Serving Espresso pods.
Works with Capsules
yes
Works with Capsules
yes
▲ Better than 72% of models
This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules. 71.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
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What reviewers say
Water Level Indicator
no
Water Level Indicator
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator. 60.4% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
Water Filter
no
Water Filter
no
▼ Worse than 36% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water filter. 35.9% of coffee machines have a water filter.
A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
Descaling Program
no
Descaling Program
no
▼ Worse than 67% of models
This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme. 66.8% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
Cleaning Alert
no
Cleaning Alert
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed. 60% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
▼ Worse than 22% of models
This coffee machine does not clean its milk circuit automatically. 21.7% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
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What reviewers say
Built-in Installation
no
Color
black
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
▼ Worse than 13% of models
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 12.6% of coffee machines have this look.
A vintage look describes a deliberately retro or classic machine design rather than a modern aesthetic.
Housing Material
Plastic
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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What reviewers say

Bialetti Gioia vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 5 bar higher pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    20 bar
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (20 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    20 bar vs 15 bar
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    Works with Capsules
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules, while the average coffee machine does not. 28.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
    Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
  • 131 mm narrower body
    Width
    93.00 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (93 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    93.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 104 mm shorter body
    Height
    221.00 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (221 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    221.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 6 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    9 min
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (9 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    9 min vs 15 min
  • 5 s sec faster heat-up
    Heating Time
    35.000 s
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine reaches brewing temperature faster than the average coffee machine (35 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    35.000 s vs 40 s
  • 24.4% lighter body
    Weight
    3.400 kg
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.4 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.400 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 2.67x cheaper
    Bialetti Gioia is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£60 vs £160).
    £60 vs £160
  • 2.67x cheaper
    Bialetti Gioia is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£60 vs £160).
    £60 vs £160
  • 27.1% more popular
    Bialetti Gioia is more popular than the average coffee machine (9.68 vs 7.6).
    9.68 vs 7.62
  • 5 bar higher pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    20 bar
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (20 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    20 bar vs 15 bar
  • 5 s sec faster heat-up
    Heating Time
    35.000 s
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine reaches brewing temperature faster than the average coffee machine (35 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    35.000 s vs 40 s
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    Works with Capsules
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules, while the average coffee machine does not. 28.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
    Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
  • 6 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    9 min
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (9 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    9 min vs 15 min
  • 131 mm narrower body
    Width
    93.00 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (93 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    93.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 104 mm shorter body
    Height
    221.00 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (221 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    221.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 24.4% lighter body
    Weight
    3.400 kg
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.4 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.400 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 68.4% more compact volume
    Volume
    6,988 cm³
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up less overall space than the average coffee machine (6988 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    6,988 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³
  • 1 fewer boilers
    Number of Boilers
    0
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This coffee machine has fewer independent heating circuits than the average coffee machine (0 vs 1).
    Multiple boilers can support brewing and steaming with less interruption.
    0 vs 1
  • No descaling programme
    Descaling Program
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 66.6% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
    A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
  • 0.9 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    0.500 L
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    0.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    Two-Cup Function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 68.9% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.
    A two-cup function can prepare two servings at the same time when the machine supports simultaneous output.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    Adjustable cup clearance allows the dispensing area or support to accommodate different cup heights.
  • 200 W lower power
    Power
    1,200 W
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (1200 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,200 W vs 1,400 W
  • 7.3% worse value for money
    Bialetti Gioia has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (6.74 vs 7.2).
    6.74 vs 7.22
  • 1 fewer boilers
    Number of Boilers
    0
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This coffee machine has fewer independent heating circuits than the average coffee machine (0 vs 1).
    Multiple boilers can support brewing and steaming with less interruption.
    0 vs 1
  • 0.9 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    0.500 L
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    0.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • 200 W lower power
    Power
    1,200 W
    ▼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (1200 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,200 W vs 1,400 W
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 57.6% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
    A hot water dispenser supplies hot water for tea, coffee, or other drinks.
  • No ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
    Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
  • 1 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    2
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (2 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    2 vs 3
  • 2 capsules lower capacity
    Capsule Capacity
    8
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <5 – >11
    This coffee machine holds fewer spent capsules before emptying than the average coffee machine (8 vs 10).
    A higher capsule capacity means fewer interruptions to empty or refill the capsule container.
    8 vs 10
  • No descaling programme
    Descaling Program
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 66.6% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
    A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    Two-Cup Function
    no
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 68.9% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.
    A two-cup function can prepare two servings at the same time when the machine supports simultaneous output.
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    Adjustable cup clearance allows the dispensing area or support to accommodate different cup heights.
  • 20 cm shorter power cord
    Cable Length
    80 cm
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine has a shorter electrical reach than the average coffee machine (80 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    80 cm vs 100 cm
  • 10 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    340.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (340 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    340.00 mm vs 330.00 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Vlad non spara
✓ explicit
05/05/2023
Hands-on review · daily use and practical flaws
Verdict
Bialetti Gioia is a satisfying machine overall, though not perfect, and its limited capsule range is its main weakness.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 8 · 2

Reviewers praise how quickly it heats up and its compact size, but complain it only works with a narrow range of capsules.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.9
altroconsumo.it
✓ explicit
N/A
Lab test · Capsule coffee machine
Verdict
The Bialetti Gioia is a simple capsule machine that tasters praised, but it cannot froth milk or brew two cups at once.

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What we like about Bialetti Gioia

  • Extremely compact and space-saving design suitable for small kitchens
  • Delivers a hot, rich, and creamy espresso comparable to coffee shops due to its 20-bar pump system
  • Quiet operation and does not cause accidental spills or splashes during brewing
  • Easy and intuitive user experience with simple programmable dose buttons for short or long coffees
  • Simple maintenance routines and hassle-free machine cleaning

What we don't like about Bialetti Gioia

  • Operates strictly as a closed capsule system, working exclusively with original Bialetti aluminium pods
  • Bialetti pods can be expensive and difficult to find in local supermarkets, often requiring online orders
  • Small water tank capacity (0.5 liters) needs to be refilled frequently
  • Lacks an automatic sensor or clear visual indicator to show when the water level is low or when the used capsule drawer is completely full
  • No integrated milk steaming or frothing functionality

Verdict

The Bialetti Gioia is an ultra-compact capsule espresso machine featuring a 20-bar pump and a Thermoblock heating system for quick, consistent extraction. Its slim profile (9.3 cm wide) houses a 0.5-litre water tank and a used capsule drawer with a capacity for 7 to 8 units. Key advantages include programmable coffee doses via an integrated flow meter, an energy-efficient 9-minute auto shut-off, and compatibility with 100% recyclable aluminium capsules that contain 7g of coffee for a more intense flavour. However, significant drawbacks include its proprietary 'monosystem' that exclusively accepts Bialetti Caffè d'Italia capsules, the lack of a steam wand for milk frothing, and a relatively small water tank that requires frequent refilling.

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