Advice on choosing between Gaggia GD Compact, Saeco SE200, Brasilia (unsure of model)
Opening a coffee shop in Cambodia, and as all of us are rookies, would love to hear any feedback on:
Gaggia GD Compact (4146 USD)
Saeco SE200 (3900 USD)
Brasilia (3000 USD)
We've tried to narrow it down to three machines (all 2 Groups). We can get a Brasilia refurbished from Australia, and the Gaggia and Saeco new from Phnom Penh. We'd be able to couple any of the machines with illy that would include beans (200 USD), and initial training, which would be key because all baristas will be brand new to espresso machines.
Are there some pretty drastic differences between these machines? Obvious advantages or red flags to look out for?
Thanks!
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Are there any other options in your location regarding fresh bean availability? Illy would be fine if it was really fresh as they seem to take extraordinary measures to ensure the highest quality. BUT by the time it reaches you it is probably quite stale.
I can't comment on any of those espresso machines, but will gladly do a bit of reading to see if there are any major differences.
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