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Gaggia RI8180 Besana Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£280Type:Fully Automatic Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:1.000 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Gaggia RI8180 Besana Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

6.3

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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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
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Score components

95%

6.3

Technical score

5%

7.0

Review score

Review score 5% · 7.0 · no independent reviews yet
Until reviews appear, its review part counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%.
â–¼Worse than 54% of coffee-machines
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

35%

6.3

Performance

25%

4.8

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.1

Features

15%

5.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 52% of coffee-machines
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Review score

Review score
✕
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
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We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Gaggia RI8180 Besana

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

35%

6.3

Performance

25%

4.8

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.1

Features

15%

5.5

Design

6.3
Review score
Review score
✕
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Popularity
Popularity
6.6/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Popularity:
Gaggia RI8180 Besana has a popularity of 6.6 points, which is lower than 67.9% of coffee machines.
6.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

60%

6.3

Overall score

40%

8.7

Price

7.0
Power
1,400 W
Power
1,400 W
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,400 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 45% of coffee machines and equal to that of 5.8% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
1 L
Water Container Capacity
1 L
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1 L in its water tank, which is smaller than 71.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 9% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
15 bar
Pump Pressure
15 bar
â–¼ Worse than 30% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 15 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 9% of coffee machines and equal to that of 61% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
45 s
Heating Time
45 s
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 45 s, which is slower than 65.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 16.4% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Boiler
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Type
Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
â–¼ 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
yes
Works with Beans
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans. 62.1% 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
â–¼ 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
no
Works with Capsules
no
â–¼ Worse than 29% of models
This coffee machine does not accept coffee capsules. 28.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
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Water Level Indicator
yes
Water Level Indicator
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine has a water level indicator. 39.8% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
Water Filter
yes
Water Filter
yes
â–² Better than 64% of models
This coffee machine has a water filter. 64.3% of coffee machines have a water filter.
A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
Descaling Program
yes
Descaling Program
yes
â–² Better than 34% of models
This coffee machine has a descaling programme. 33.5% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
Cleaning Alert
yes
Cleaning Alert
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine alerts you when cleaning is needed. 40.3% 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
â–¼ 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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Built-in Installation
no
Color
black
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
â–¼ 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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Gaggia RI8180 Besana vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines have one.
    An integrated grinder can grind beans immediately before brewing.
  • Accepts whole coffee beans
    Works with Beans
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
    Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • Has a steam wand
    Steam Wand
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This coffee machine has a steam wand, while the average coffee machine does not. 48.4% of coffee machines have a steam wand.
    A steam wand allows manual milk steaming and foam-texture control.
  • 20 cm longer power cord
    Cable Length
    120 cm
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine provides longer electrical reach than the average coffee machine (120 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    120 cm vs 100 cm
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines have one.
    An integrated grinder can grind beans immediately before brewing.
  • Accepts whole coffee beans
    Works with Beans
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
    Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
  • Has a steam wand
    Steam Wand
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This coffee machine has a steam wand, while the average coffee machine does not. 48.4% of coffee machines have a steam wand.
    A steam wand allows manual milk steaming and foam-texture control.
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • 20 cm longer power cord
    Cable Length
    120 cm
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine provides longer electrical reach than the average coffee machine (120 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    120 cm vs 100 cm
  • 80 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    180.000 g
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (180 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    180.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • No ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 37 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    95.00 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (95 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    95.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 0.4 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.000 L
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.000 L vs 1.400 L
  • 3 fewer grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    5
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides less granular grind adjustment than the average coffee machine (5 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    5 vs 8
  • 5 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    45 s
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (45 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    45 s vs 40 s
  • 71 mm wider body
    Width
    295.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (295 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    295.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 2.8% worse value for money
    Gaggia RI8180 Besana has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (7.03 vs 7.2).
    7.03 vs 7.22
  • 15.3% less popular
    Gaggia RI8180 Besana is less popular than the average coffee machine (6.61 vs 7.6).
    6.61 vs 7.62
  • 75% more expensive
    Gaggia RI8180 Besana is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£280 vs £160).
    £280 vs £160
  • 80 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    180.000 g
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (180 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    180.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 0.4 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.000 L
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.000 L vs 1.400 L
  • 3 fewer grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    5
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides less granular grind adjustment than the average coffee machine (5 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    5 vs 8
  • 5 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    45 s
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (45 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    45 s vs 40 s
  • No ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 37 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    95.00 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (95 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    95.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 71 mm wider body
    Width
    295.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (295 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    295.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 90 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    420.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (420 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    420.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 55.6% heavier body
    Weight
    7.000 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (7 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    7.000 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 81.9% bulkier volume
    Volume
    40,267.5 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (40267.5 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    40,267.5 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

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What we like about Gaggia RI8180 Besana

  • Extremely easy to use with a simple, intuitive interface and rotary knob
  • Produces cafe-quality espresso and coffee consistently
  • Compact design fits well in small kitchens
  • Easy maintenance with a removable brew group and accessible, front-loading water tank
  • Fast heat-up time due to the quick-heat boiler
  • Durable ceramic grinder allows for 5-step grind adjustment

What we don't like about Gaggia RI8180 Besana

  • Small drip tray requires frequent emptying
  • Cannot brew coffee and steam milk at the same time (single boiler)
  • Pannarello steam wand is functional but limited for advanced latte art
  • Limited space between the spout and drip tray for taller cups
  • No low-water sensor, making it difficult to see the water level

Verdict

The Gaggia RI8180 Besana is a compact, 1400W super-automatic espresso machine featuring a 15-bar pump, a 1-litre front-accessible water tank, a 180g bean hopper, and a built-in 100% ceramic grinder with 5 adjustable settings. Main pros include its space-saving design, an automatic rinsing cycle, a quick-heating stainless steel boiler, and a Classic Pannarello steam wand that simplifies milk frothing for beginners. However, notable cons include its single-boiler construction, which prevents simultaneous brewing and steaming, a relatively low-capacity coffee puck container that holds only 8 servings, and the absence of a pre-ground coffee bypass doser.

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