Product Comparison: Gaggia 8002 MDF vs Delonghi DCG49

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Gaggia 8002 MDF Burr Grinder with Doser

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Delonghi DCG49 Burr Coffee Grinder

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General Specifications

Brand

Gaggia

DeLonghi

Model

8002 MDF

DCG49

Origin

Italy

China

About the Product

The Gaggia MDF Grinder is a commercial grade burr grinder equal to those found in Europe's espresso bars and restaurants. Automatic dosing allows a premeasured amount of ground coffee to drop directly into the filter holder. Pull the lever once for one cup espresso, or twice for 2 cups. Precision-machined grinding burrs can be easily adjusted for 39 different degrees of fineness. The large hopper holds 10 ounces of coffee beans. Easy to use and perfect results are achieved each time. *Please note that most grinders are tested at the manufacturer and coffee grounds may be found in the grinder as a result. All machines sold are new unless otherwise clearly stated.

This versatile coffee grinder prepares beans for any method of coffee brewing. Three different grind settings offer a range of grinds from coarse for coffee percolators to medium for drip coffeemakers to fine for espresso makers. Whichever grind you prefer, the burr grinding wheels always produces grounds of a uniform texture. The transparent lid easily pops off to load the grinder with whole beans. A side button grinds up to 16 tablespoons of coffee into the transparent container below with either a constant or pulsing touch.

Key Specs

Grind Settings

Bean Hopper Capacity

10 oz.

8 oz.

Grind Settings

Gaggia 8002 MDF

Delonghi DCG49

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Gaggia 8002 MDF Burr Grinder with Doser

The quality of this item is great. No complaints there.
The grind is superb for the price, so I will not return.
It is simple to use. Just drop beans into top part, then pull switch and wait for the grinder to finish.
The coffee grind is good and consistent. Machine works well.
The quality and consistency of the grind is constant and flawless.

Delonghi DCG49 Burr Coffee Grinder

It was perfect! The grind came out VERY consistent and light.
It looks good. It's not super-quiet, but the sound is a lower frequency.
Removing the top burr to clean it is difficult.
This is a terribly designed machine. It almost invariably clogs on use, and the part that clogs isn't removable.
Grounds are tough to get out of the catch vessel of the grinder.

Size & Weight

Material

Plastic

Metal/Plastic

Color

Black

Stainless Steel/Black

Height

11.5 in.

8.9 in.

Width

4.5 in.

4.8 in.

Depth

8.5 in.

6.6 in.

Weight

9.1 lbs.

2.5 lbs.

Gaggia 8002 MDF

Delonghi DCG49

Gaggia 8002 MDF

Delonghi DCG49

Gaggia 8002 MDF

Delonghi DCG49

Gaggia 8002 MDF

Delonghi DCG49

Features

Grinder Type

Burr grinder

Grounds Bin

Yes

Dishwasher-Safe Parts

Safety Lock System

Yes

BPA-Free

Extras

Impact-resistant plastic housing, Easy-to-use pull-lever doser dispenses ground coffee directly into filter holder

Easy to use, Tablespoon measurements on ground coffee container

What customers say about "Features"

Gaggia 8002 MDF Burr Grinder with Doser

The Gaggia grinder has a wide variety of settings, which allow you to easily grind beans for a standard coffee machine or for espresso.
The grind is excellent and very consistent. It's a work horse and will get the job done every day, all day, the same way.
It grinds very consistent and works great for espresso, french, and drip.
The doser would often get stuck with course grinds, making a huge mess while trying to get things unstuck.
The portafilter holder is not removable so getting anything other than a plate underneath the dispenser is challenging.

Delonghi DCG49 Burr Coffee Grinder

Easy settings for quantity and grind size. The finest setting is incredibly fine, perfect if you want to grind beans for baking.
Quality of grind is superb in addition to flexibility in that one can make a 10-cup medium (filter) grind stronger or weaker until the taste is perfect.
The unit broke down internally after a few months of normal use, about 4-5 times per week.
It operated slowly, always seemed to choke under load, and just felt generally cheap.
The lid shape and receptor container are awkward, as is pushing the side button.

Power

Wattage

120 watts

85 watts

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year(s)

Certifications