Bob, I havent had enough of either one to make the comparison. Ive only had one of each. The monte I dont remember as well as the diplomatico. I do know the diplimatico left an aftertaste on my lips that was truly unique. I loved it. Now if someone out there wants to send me say, 6 of each, I would be happy to devote a weekend to doing the comparison and would certainly post my findings here!! Actually someone was kind enough to send me a Diplomaticos No4 and I will probably enjoy that next weekend. I have a Monte 2 in the humi that I will try tomorrow and see how it compares to diplo 2. Ill post my findings tomorrow.