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Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Type:Fully Automatic Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:1.200 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 6 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

6.5

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 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
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components

95%

6.3

Technical score

5%

8.9

Review score ( 0 · 6)

Review score 5% · 8.9 · based on 6 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.
â–²Better than 53% of coffee-machines
6.3

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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

35%

6.6

Performance

25%

5.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.6

Features

15%

7.5

Design

â–²Better than 50% of coffee-machines
8.9

Review score

Review score
8.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Grades by review (6)
6 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.
Video reviews 4

18.2%

9.0

Chris Everything

18.2%

9.0

Willy Filmit

18.2%

9.0

Coffee Kev

18.2%

9.0

AllThingsOnePlace

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 95% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera

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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

35%

6.6

Performance

25%

5.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.6

Features

15%

7.5

Design

6.3
Review score
Review score
8.9/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Grades by review (6)
6 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.
Video reviews 4

18.2%

9.0

Chris Everything

18.2%

9.0

Willy Filmit

18.2%

9.0

Coffee Kev

18.2%

9.0

AllThingsOnePlace

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
9.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Popularity:
Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera has a popularity of 9.1 points, which is higher than 78% of coffee machines.
9.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

6.5

Overall score

40%

8.8

Price

7.2
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
1.2 L
Water Container Capacity
1.2 L
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.2 L in its water tank, which is smaller than 56.8% of coffee machines and equal to that of 7.5% 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
60 s
Heating Time
60 s
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 60 s, which is slower than 89.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 6.5% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Single Boiler
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What reviewers say
Type
Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine accepts ground coffee. 40.3% 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
no
Water Level Indicator
no
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
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
no
Cleaning Alert
no
â–¼ 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
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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What reviewers say
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
Stainless Steel
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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What reviewers say

Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera 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 display
    Display
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A display provides visual machine status or settings information.
  • Has a tray full indicator
    Drip Tray Full Indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This coffee machine has a drip tray full indicator, while the average coffee machine does not. 43.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A full drip-tray indicator signals when the tray needs emptying.
  • 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.
  • Listed as quiet
    Silent
    yes
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This coffee machine is listed as having quiet operation, while the average coffee machine is not. 15.5% of coffee machines are listed as having quiet operation.
    A silent feature can reduce noise during grinding or brewing.
  • 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
  • 19.8% more popular
    Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera is more popular than the average coffee machine (9.12 vs 7.6).
    9.12 vs 7.62
  • 19.8% more popular
    Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera is more popular than the average coffee machine (9.12 vs 7.6).
    9.12 vs 7.62
  • 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.
  • Listed as quiet
    Silent
    yes
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This coffee machine is listed as having quiet operation, while the average coffee machine is not. 15.5% of coffee machines are listed as having quiet operation.
    A silent feature can reduce noise during grinding or 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 tray full indicator
    Drip Tray Full Indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This coffee machine has a drip tray full indicator, while the average coffee machine does not. 43.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A full drip-tray indicator signals when the tray needs emptying.
  • Has a display
    Display
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A display provides visual machine status or settings information.
  • 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
  • 10 mm shorter body
    Height
    315.00 mm
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (315 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    315.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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.
  • 20 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    60 s
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (60 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    60 s vs 40 s
  • 45 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    60 min
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine stays powered on longer before turning off than the average coffee machine (60 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    60 min vs 15 min
  • 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
  • 10 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    250.000 g
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (250 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    250.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 117 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    447.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (447 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    447.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 88.9% heavier body
    Weight
    8.500 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8.5 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.500 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 62.5% more expensive
    Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£260 vs £160).
    £260 vs £160
  • 0.7% worse value for money
    Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (7.18 vs 7.2).
    7.18 vs 7.22
  • 20 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    60 s
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (60 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    60 s vs 40 s
  • 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
  • 10 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    250.000 g
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (250 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    250.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 0.2 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.200 L
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.2 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.200 L vs 1.400 L
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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.
  • 45 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    60 min
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine stays powered on longer before turning off than the average coffee machine (60 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    60 min vs 15 min
  • 117 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    447.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (447 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    447.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 88.9% heavier body
    Weight
    8.500 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8.5 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.500 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 12 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    120.00 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (120 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    120.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 32 mm wider body
    Width
    256.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (256 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    256.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 62.8% bulkier volume
    Volume
    36,046.1 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (36046.1 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    36,046.1 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

Video reviews

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

9.0
Willy Filmit
≈ estimated
01/02/2023
Long-term test · over six years of daily use
Verdict
Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera has held up after about 10,000 cups and still makes good coffee.
9.0
Coffee Kev
≈ estimated
23/02/2022
Hands-on review · setup, dosing and bypass tests
Verdict
Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera is well built and tastes good for the money, though bypass dosing and the integrated grinder have limits.
9.0
Willy Filmit
≈ estimated
04/04/2019
Long-term owner review · two years of daily use
Verdict
Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera is compact and reliably makes good espresso and cappuccino, with a few minor annoyances.
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What reviewers agree on

Based on 3 · 7

Easy to use and makes good coffee, but the milk frothing disappoints most and the water tank draws complaints.
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What we like about Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera

  • Compact, space-saving design suitable for small kitchens
  • User-friendly interface with simple push-button controls and LED display
  • Front-accessible water tank and dreg drawer for easy maintenance
  • Produces high-quality espresso with good crema
  • Fast heat-up times and quick steaming thanks to rapid steam technology
  • Durable ceramic burr grinder reduces heat transfer and noise

What we don't like about Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera

  • Small water tank and dreg drawer require frequent refilling/emptying
  • Exterior housing is mostly plastic, making it feel less premium
  • Only five grind settings, which may limit fine-tuning for coffee enthusiasts
  • The Pannarello steam wand is better for beginners than creating microfoam for latte art
  • The coffee grinder can be loud

Verdict

The Gaggia RI9305/11 Brera is a compact, super-automatic bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring a 1400W stainless steel boiler, a 15-bar pump, a 1.2-liter front-loading water tank, and a 250g bean hopper. Main characteristics include its 100% ceramic burr grinder with 5 adjustable grind settings, the Optiaroma system offering 3 coffee strength levels (7 to 11 grams), and a dedicated pre-ground bypass doser. Pros highlight its highly space-efficient footprint (25.6 x 31.5 x 44.7 cm), a premium stainless steel front panel, a stainless steel Pannarello steam wand for easy milk frothing, and a fully removable brewing group for straightforward maintenance. However, it exhibits a few cons, including a relatively small water and 8-serving dreg drawer capacity requiring frequent emptying, limited cup height clearance maximizing at 12 cm, and an external housing comprised heavily of plastic side panels.

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