In this video, we contemplate the question, "can the Delonghi ECP3420 (ECP35.31 in the EU) hold a candle to the iconic Gaggia Classic Pro?" These two espresso machines may look completely different, but they may be much more similar than you think they both have heated brew groups, both use the boiler system, both use Ulka pumps, and so on. In fact, the ECP has some advantages over the GCP in my estimation. Watch the video to see if you agree.

Products used/recommended in this video
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► Delonghi ECP 3420 (ECP 35.31 is the equivalent in EU)
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Delonghi ECP 3630 == ECP 3420, but with METAL enclosure
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Impactful Accessories, starting with the most important:

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► MiiCoffee D40+ Grinder (or Amazon if you prefer):
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► Timed Espresso Scale, to measure shots:
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►The Gaggia Classic Pro:
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► Delonghi Accessories: https://kit.co/tomscoffeecorner/delon...
► Gaggia Accessories: https://kit.co/tomscoffeecorner/gaggi...
► Grinder Suggestions: https://kit.co/tomscoffeecorner/grind...
► The espresso glasses I use: https://geni.us/MontanaEspressoGlasses

Machine source: private purchases
Beans used: https://martermuehle.de/products/mes...

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:43 Similarities and Differences
4:54 Build Quality
6:46 Aural and Haptic Comparison
8:41 Espresso Comparison
14:35 Cup Clearance
15:07 Milk Steaming Comparison
20:13 You Decide

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Gaggia Classic Pro vs Delonghi ECP 3420 (can the ECP even compete?)