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Buying Decision:Saeco Armonia versus Gaggia Carezz - 2008/05/04 03:33 As a first time espresso machine buyer I'm torn between these models.
The Saeco Armonia and the Gaggia Carezza are both available here in the Montreal area for about $250. I have noted positive feedback on various sites for both (many more postings for the Carezza).
Now to confuse matters for me there is the higher priced Saeco Aroma which also gets plenty of kudos at a price of $400 which is about the extent of my budget
Aside from styling, and the plastic versus steel finish, the "guts" of the two Saecos seem quite similar.
So my dilemma appears to be at the lower price point : Armonia versus Carezza or is the Saeco Aroma at the hgher end worth the price differential of either of the other two models?
Any advice would be welcome.
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Re:Buying Decision:Saeco Armonia versus Gaggia Car - 2008/05/04 12:53 My decision would come down to the fact that the Gaggia has some pro-sized accoutrements - 58MM portafilter and a larger double basket.

That alone puts the Gaggia out front for me.
Colin is the Senior editor and creator of the CoffeeCrew.Com Website
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Re:Buying Decision:Saeco Armonia versus Gaggia Car - 2008/05/04 17:07 Cheers Colin,
Many thanks for your input. Looks like I will go with the more economical Gaggia, and invest the savings on a decent burr grinder (Baratza Maestro or Krups?)
All the Best
Eryk
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