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	Ascaso	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$1335	$2850
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Dream PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Giotto Cronometro R pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.8L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.3 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel-lined Aluminum	Brass, Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	Yes	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	Yes	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	10 kg	27.8 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Dream PID is priced at $1,335 and is suited for intermediate users, while the Rocket Giotto Cronometro R is significantly more expensive at $2,850, targeting advanced users. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, but they cater to different skill levels and price ranges. The higher price of the Rocket Giotto reflects its advanced features and capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Dream PID activates with a toggle switch and uses a thermoblock heating element, heating up in under 5 minutes. Conversely, the Rocket Giotto employs a lever activation method with a heat exchanger system, taking approximately 15-30 minutes to heat up. While the Ascaso features a water reservoir capacity of 1.3 liters, the Rocket provides a larger capacity of 2.5 liters. Both machines utilize a 58mm portafilter and have vibration and rotary pump types, respectively.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Ascaso Dream PID include PID control, shot timer, and pre-infusion capabilities, along with an auto shutoff function and boiler pressure gauge. The Rocket Giotto, similarly, has PID control and shot timer features, but includes additional options like a steam pressure gauge and concurrent brew and steam functionality. Both machines also possess over-pressure valves and solenoid valves, ensuring efficient performance. The Ascaso lacks a no-burn steam wand, which is present in the Rocket model, enhancing its user experience.

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