Maintenance
The Gaggia Anima Prestige is praised for its easy maintenance and cleaning process, with automated cleaning cycles and optional automatic cleaning for the milk carafe, making it effortless to keep the machine clean.
The Gaggia Anima Prestige is praised for its easy maintenance and cleaning process. The machine has automated cleaning cycles that prompt users to initiate the cleaning process after each brew, making it effortless to keep the machine clean. The integrated milk carafe also has an optional automatic cleaning cycle, further simplifying the maintenance process.
While disassembling the milk carafe for thorough cleaning is recommended once a week, overall, the machine is designed to be easy to clean and maintain.
In terms of descaling, the frequency can vary depending on the type of water used and whether a water filter is installed. One review suggests that with the appropriate water filter setting and usage of soft, medium, or hard water, descaling may only be required around twice a year. Another review mentions that descaling is needed only rarely, especially if filtered water is used as recommended.
The machine will alert users when it's time to descale, and prompts on the screen will guide them through each step.
Overall, the Gaggia Anima Prestige is considered to have low maintenance requirements. It is easy to clean, with automated cleaning cycles and optional automatic cleaning for the milk carafe. Descaling is not a frequent task, especially if filtered water is used, but it is necessary for maintaining the machine's performance.