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	Rocket	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$1850	$2999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Heat Exchanger	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity 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: 0.4L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.8L	Steam: 1.1L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	4 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass, Copper	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	Yes	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	20 kg	38.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Polished Stainless Steel, Clear Plastic

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Bezzera Matrix DE is a premium espresso machine with a price tag of $2999, aimed at advanced users who are looking for precision and control in their brewing process. In contrast, the Rocket Appartamento is priced at $1850 and caters to intermediate-level enthusiasts, making it a more accessible option for those looking to enhance their coffee-making skills. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category, targeting users who wish for a balance between control and convenience.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Bezzera Matrix DE employs a button activation system and features a dual boiler setup with a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. It has a PID controlled brew group and a water reservoir capacity of 4 liters. The Rocket Appartamento, on the other hand, utilizes a lever activation mechanism and operates with a heat exchanger, also boasting a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, but it holds a smaller water reservoir of 2.5 liters. Both machines have chrome-plated brass brew group materials, although the Bezzera leverages copper in its boiler construction, whereas the Rocket incorporates both brass and copper in its design.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Bezzera Matrix DE includes advanced elements such as dual PID control and concurrent brew and steam capabilities, enhancing its versatility in brewing. It also offers pre-infusion, shot timers, and various gauges for boiler and steam pressure. Meanwhile, the Rocket Appartamento has a slightly simpler feature set with pre-infusion and a steam pressure gauge but lacks the dual PID control and shot timer found in the Bezzera. Both machines feature no-burn steam wands and overpressure valves, ensuring safe and efficient steam production.

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