Description
The Cadorna range includes several variants to suit different preferences for milk frothing.
We’ve found that both the “Style” and “Plus” models come equipped with Panarello frothers, which excel at creating that classic 90s-style cappuccino foam.
For those seeking more automation, the “Milk” version features a cappuccinatore system – simply insert the pipe into your milk container, and you’re ready to go.
The “Prestige” model takes convenience a step further with its one-touch milk carafe.
While both the Milk and Prestige versions offer one-touch milk drinks, the Prestige includes additional options, including a dedicated flat white setting.
Features and Benefits
- 1.5 L water tank
- Pro Steam Wand
- 10 grind settings
- 4 custom user profiles
- Dreg draw capacity for 10 used pucks
- Maximum cup height 16cm
- Compact footprint: 24.6cm wide & 42.8cm deep, 38cm tall
In our extensive testing, we’ve chosen to spotlight the “Barista Pro” version of the Cadorna.
Here’s why: while the Cadorna range offers excellent automatic options with various milk-frothing systems (one-touch carafe, panarello, or cappuccinatore), these features are fairly standard across machines in this price bracket.
The other Cadorna models do offer solid value considering their features.
However, we believe the main advantage of choosing the Cadorna Milk or Prestige versions comes down to the exceptional support from Gaggia Direct, the UK’s official Gaggia distributor.
They’ve maintained a refreshingly personal approach to customer service, offering face-to-face support through Zoom or, remarkably in this digital age, actual phone conversations.
The Barista Pro version, however, stands out from its similarly-priced competitors thanks to its professional steam wand.
This feature gives you complete control over milk temperature and texture – something that’s impossible to achieve with one-touch systems.
While mastering a professional steam wand requires practice, the results are worth it.
Once you’ve developed the technique, you’ll create perfect microfoam for your drinks.
Just don’t expect to master latte art overnight – in our experience, that’s a skill that takes years to perfect!
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