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	Bezzera	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$1839	$1850
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Magica PID pulls brew water directly from reservoir Note: The Appartamento pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger 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: 2L	Steam: 1.8L
Water Supply
Water Supply	4 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	Brass, Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	Chrome Plated Brass
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	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	28.1 kg	20 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Bezzera Magica PID and Rocket Appartamento are both semi-automatic espresso machines tailored for intermediate skill levels. The Bezzera Magica PID is priced at $1,839, while the Rocket Appartamento has a slightly higher price point at $1,850. Both machines are crafted from stainless steel, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a lever activation system and feature an E61 group type. The Bezzera Magica PID is equipped with a heat exchanger and has a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters, while the Rocket Appartamento uses a combination of brass and copper for its boiler and has a smaller steam boiler capacity of 1.8 liters. The Magica has a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes, compared to the Appartamento's longer heat-up time of 15 to 30 minutes. Both machines feature a vibration pump and a 58mm portafilter.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, both machines offer auto shutoff, concurrent brew and steam capabilities, and pre-infusion settings. The Bezzera Magica PID includes a boiler pressure gauge and PID control for temperature management, while the Rocket Appartamento does not have a boiler pressure gauge but incorporates a no-burn steam wand. Both machines also offer hot water functionality and solenoid valves, with the Magica having a steam pressure gauge compared to the Appartamento's omission of this feature. Neither machine includes an integrated grinder or smart connectivity options.

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