Delonghi Esclusivo EC 702 Espresso Machine Review, Setup & Test!

[@christophermaynard528]

I'm new to the espresso world and had this machine gifted to me. I love it. Your video was very helpful thank you

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Glad it was helpful! Have fun with the machine!

[@IceFraud]

Hi did you ever try it with a bottomless portafilter? I'm planning on buying one but I'm not sure if it's worth it with this machine D:

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hey Efren, I would have loved to, but I did not get the chance. But, may I recommend the EC680/EC685/EC885, depending on where you live? Those perform better, in my opinion. Cheers! Tom

[@IceFraud]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner What makes the dedica different? Doesn't it use a pressurized portafilter as well?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Yes, but you can switch it out. I’ve made lots of videos on the Dedica. Check this one out for a reference: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ3UpKOIabiiq5o

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

How much are you looking to spend? Maybe I can point you to a good deal. Oh, and which country are you from? The prices vary based on country.

[@sxd-215]

hi - did you ever end up trying a bottomless portafilter?

[@williamchang2101]

What’s the correct size portafilter for EC702? You mentioned 53mm but specs says 51mm. Will normcore 51mm 2 ear bottomless portafilter work with this machine?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

You're right, I misspoke in the video - sorry! It's 51mm, like all Delonghis. The Normcore should work great. Cheers!

[@williamchang2101]

@@TomsCoffeeCornerthanks for confirming! What good bank for the buck grinder would you recommend?

[@MBergyman]

Hey Tom, you are the EC/ECP champion. Your videos are great. Quick EC question - when you set your switch to “steam” do you notice back flow from the boiler to the reservoir? Is this normal or any issue you might have run into?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

What I have seen, is that sometimes while steaming the water will exit the brew group, as the steam pressure forces open the expansion valve. But I don't think I've seen it go back into the water resevoir.

[@MBergyman]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Ok, thanks for the feedback. I am seeing bubbling coming up through the reservoir, so I wonder if the steam pressure is overcoming the OPV spring, that seems to be the only way it could get back that direction. I'm looking to add a pressure gauge and adjustable OPV, so I'll need to investigate what's going on there after I get some more equipment. Thank you!

[@theincenseguy1]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I was gifted this machine and I now finally know exactly how to use it.

[@Lizard-of-Oz]

What’s up Tom I really value your opinion in about add ons in coffee machines, and your reviews. What you rate this machine vs the 3420 model? Thanks! Sorry my phone is dying!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

I prefer the 3420. They are actually quite similar, but the ECP has better ergonomics, and I think a different shower screen. Plus, you can just take the panarello off the ECP3420.

[@medicman4444]

did you ever get around to doing any more experiments like you suggested inn this vid? i got one of these recently for £10, needed descaling and its been fun learning with it tho i wanted to expand on tinnkering with it.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

No, not on this machine. But I have videos on the ECP 3420, and they share similar boilers and brew groups. Might wanna check those videos out. Cheers!

[@medicman4444]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Xd yeh i posted that before i read thru the replies X3 and i have been watching the other vids on your channel he have been very helpful.

[@medicman4444]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner i will get a few bits and bobs to try out on it

[@sxd-215]

Are you sure this is a 53mm portafilter? Other reviews I've seen say it's a 51mm.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Shoot, I have since sold the machine, so I cannot measure. I may very well have misspoke, since Delonghi is generally 51mm. Cheers!

[@lisandraG84]

Yeah is 51

[@WilliamChang-h4z]

Hi Tom, I tried using the steaming wand without the steam wand cover as you have on the video but the steam wand pops off sometimes. Do you have a steam wand mod for EC702?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Sure, you should be able to secure a tie wrap around it, to make sure it doesn't fly off. Cheers!

[@WilliamChang-h4z]

@@TomsCoffeeCornerthe steam wand is hard plastic, tried tie wrap but it doesn’t hold and pops out. 😢

[@klientastic]

Did you post part 2 with bottomless portafilter?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

I didn't, but here's a video with a bottomless on a machine with essentially the same boiler and brew group: kzbin.infoV1DGCEl0Y00?feature=share

[@klientastic]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thanks!! My ec702 runs long and fast. Can’t really do a pre infusion cause I start getting coffee 4 seconds after starting. Just got a bottomless filter. Any ideas on how to reduce flow rate ?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

These videos may help: How to extract the perfect espresso: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppqyZ5ZsbpqCppo How to Get Crema: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmGxhHpvaZpsl5o Why Supermarket Coffee Beans are RUINING your Espresso! kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3PKfn6nqp2ZgKs@@klientastic

[@kevcanlas]

Is it possible to change the portafilter basket holder when I buy a new 51mm portafilter basket?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

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[@tbc_r6837]

i already have one of these does it work with a different portafilter because i cant seem to find mine

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hmm, good question. I just modified the one it came with. It could be that a 54mm portafilter from Breville might fit though. Cheers!

[@MaricelaArtalejo]

puedo usar capsulas con esta cafeters

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

No, sorry....

[@hectorangellujanviera2553]

Tengo una máquina de esas pero sale mucha agua por la lanceta no es vapor constante es normal que haga eso?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

You might have to purge a little while longer...

[@hectorangellujanviera2553]

​@@TomsCoffeeCorner Le quite la punta de plástico y solo deje la pequeña sujetada con bridas y mejoro mucho la consistencia del cremado de la leche gracias

[@fulcrumservice9227]

клапан сброса давления есть, трубка находится в емкости для воды

[@adel1207]

Hi Merci de m informer sur les dimensions du porte filtre

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

51mm. Check here: amzn.to/3P0bCl3

[@adel1207]

Thank you

[@scotts4125]

Hi Tom. I'm in the U.S. I need to buy someone a gift and I am not a coffee drinker so I am starting from zero. Can you point me to the best bang for the buck for $300 usd. Thank you!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Hi Scott! Thanks for the question. I would highly recommend the Delonghi Dedica EC685 or EC885, for around $300: amzn.to/3Ar7ROw Those machines are better than the EC702. Let me know if I can answer any other questions! Tom

[@scotts4125]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Thank you so much! Going to buy the EC685 after watching more of your videos too. Just returned from Germany also. We were in the Bavaria area on the Danube. Found the best beer I have ever had In Passau but can't find it here. lol Thanks again for all your help and great videos. There is quite a lot to all this but you are going to help make a 20 something daughter very happy for her birthday. Danke!

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@scotts4125 Sehr schön! I hope you had a nice trip! And I bet your daughter will like this machine. There are a lot of videos showing how to use it, so it has great resources. Alles gute! Tom PS - it is hard to find bad beer in Germany 😉