DeLonghi ECP3420 vs DeLonghi EC260BK

[@AltRockLover]

I just received the 260 aka Stilosa as a gift. Omg you answered so many questions in this video! And the comparison between the 2 De'Longhis was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

[@CarsandEspresso]

Thank you for the kind words - glad you were as interested as I was!😁

[@drerinwhite8511]

I’m assuming those shots were way over extracted? The yield should be a lot less especially since you’re using two cups per double shot.

[@patrickbennett439]

Thats what i was wondering

[@Deeper-Trends]

Yes, exact same thought. 14gr in and over 80gr out is absolutely nonsense.

[@SunriseLAW]

The Stilosa basket can be easily changed to non-pressurized by removing the 2 plastic parts and putting the gasket and metal screen back. IMHO the pressurized basket delivers awesome crema at the expense of taste: I feel it mutes the fruity or chocolate notes.

[@Biancavdwatt]

hey, what do you mean by gasket?

[@SunriseLAW]

@@Biancavdwatt There is a (large and obvious) rubber gasket that holds the metal basket in the (plastic-like) portafilter. That said, I kept the Stilosa for a week, gave it to a relative. Found a Gaggia Classic Pro for $350 (with lots of accessories) on our local FB market place.

[@arantxagh3]

Great explanation thank you ! It helped me decide which one to buy

[@Deeper-Trends]

I know forsure that the 3420 model has a stainless steel boiler inside. Does the 260 also comes with stainless steel one?

[@martinkulik9466]

3420 supposedly have different grouphead & shower. I would suggest non pressurized baskets for real espresso.

[@chinchillamdgamer]

Thanks!

[@uniquenadia87]

I'm impressed best video review I've seen and I've been searching for the right review and I have found it thank you I think I've made my choice lol in what machine I want been thinking for years and finally got the courage to buy one thanks to your review 🥰

[@OswaldoAlvarenga]

Awesome! You'll Enjoy ur espresso no matter which machine you go with! Thanks...

[@eunicebrothers1950]

IIs the double shot portafilter bigger in the ECP3420 compared to the double shot in the EC260BK? I have the little brother Stilosa and the portafilter is so small that I feel like I’m not getting enough strong coffee. I’m hoping to get a machine that holds more coffee to make a larger shot of espresso.

[@haynesdarlington792]

Great promo. Would love to see a comparison between DeLonghi burr grinders and Shardor. Thanks

[@jigonro]

Thanks for the info. Could you tell if one is easier to clean than the other?

[@OswaldoAlvarenga]

Both are about the same....

[@huaxzhang]

I think the one on the right is newer and almost half the price. The results sound similar according to you. There's a mentioning of self- priming. Any idea?

[@chrirule]

Given enough coffee I could rule the world. I have that exact sign beging my espresso machine! (If you look closely you can see the word "rule" behind the older ECP3420 on the left) 😂 I say save the few extra bucks and get the EC260BK if you can find it.

[@CarsandEspresso]

funny... I love that cup!

[@ahoneyb76]

Are there any models that aren't so loud?

[@Gospeed777]

How long do you usually run the 1st machine for? I was under the impression you turn it off when the green light goes off

[@coderlicious6565]

Do these last more than 2 years generally?

[@CarsandEspresso]

I've had mine for over 5 years... but make sure you descale and clean them...

[@angelinah427]

Do you have a link for the tamper? Thank you.

[@CarsandEspresso]

amzn.to/3f6dyHX

[@franciscoa.moralesrodrigue6670]

Thanks for the videos 👍🏼

[@jessicafigueroa822]

On this specific model 3420 ( I just got mine yesterday) when placing the filter holder into the boiler outlet, how far do you have to turn it and is the handle supposed to be twisted all the way until it’s straight ? Because if I do that it gets harder to turn it in place and I’m afraid I’ll break it

[@CarsandEspresso]

Just until it's nice and tight... it will move more to the right as time passes by...

[@ricric9521]

I know this is older. The ECP is just $20-$30 more

[@dj-ff9su]

Do they have strong steamers?

[@CarsandEspresso]

They are acceptable...

[@Bloodysugar]

In fact they are pretty much the same. Same pump, same OPV, same circuit, same boiler, same steam wand... (by modding an ECP right now I tend to conclude that only its boiler has some good value, everything else has to be swapped to make it a solid espresso machine). The only part that differs, and can have an impact on crema's consistency, is the portafilter. IMO it has to be changed anyway, I don't like coffee flowing through plastic just like I hate boiling water going through the plasticky steam wand : it has to disappear for a better solution.

[@bcssylf]

and the shower head is a lot smaller in the 260

[@alexandermashkin2395]

@@bcssylf shower head can be replaced in 30 seconds

[@bcssylf]

they are smaller by almost half than the standard replacement shower heads. wont fit @@alexandermashkin2395

[@adamhlj]

What kind of coffee grinder do you use?

[@CarsandEspresso]

Cuisinart amzn.to/3CQuo7o

[@pkoya341]

@@CarsandEspresso that grider sucks man. Used it for several months and the finest setting is still too coarse for good espresso

[@Ssssss33334]

So which one would you recommend lol

[@CarsandEspresso]

Both! lol... which one are u leaning towards? They both are built to last!

[@Ssssss33334]

@@CarsandEspresso I went with the 3420 actually!

[@CarsandEspresso]

@@Ssssss33334 Yes, that one is 'ol faithful and we now use it in our RV... I t has lasted a while with no problems... enjoy!

[@amychristine7]

What model grinder do you have?

[@adgeq]

I'm positive that the Cuisinart Burr Grinder he has is the DBM-T10. You can purchase at Macy's for like 60-70 bucks. :) It's worth it.

[@amychristine7]

@@adgeq thank you!!

[@carlosencalada4856]

What size is the tamper?

[@CarsandEspresso]

amzn.to/3f6dyHX

[@221b-l3t]

51 mm

[@carlosencalada7977]

@@221b-l3t Thanks.

[@driftkid222]

You should try getting a non pressurized basket to feel what real crema is like.

[@grantapusdonald6105]

Yeah

[@Bigbacon]

and that machine probably costs 3+ times more.

[@adammfharris]

@@Bigbaconhuh? Or you could just take out the rubber gasket on one of these