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	Breville	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$849.95	$6500
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Thermoblock	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	54 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	LCD Screen	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Magnetic Volumetric Pump
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Pro pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 1.9L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 3.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	1.9 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	No Information	Stainless Steel
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	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	12 kg	47.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Pro is priced at $849.95 and is designed for beginners, making it accessible for those who are new to espresso making. In contrast, the Rocket R Nine One comes with a significantly higher price tag of $6,500 and targets advanced users, reflecting its more specialized capabilities and features. Both machines fall into the semi-automatic category, but the contrast in price and skill level is notable.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing specifications, the Breville Barista Pro features a Thermoblock heating element and has a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes, ideal for quick use. Its group type is semi-saturated, which supports a good quality brew. On the other hand, the Rocket R Nine One incorporates a dual boiler with a longer heat-up time of 30 minutes or more and features a saturated group type that enhances brew consistency and performance. Additionally, its water reservoir capacity is larger at 2.5 liters compared to the Barista Pro's 1.9 liters.

Features Comparison

When examining key features, the Breville Barista Pro includes functionalities such as an integrated grinder, PID control, and pre-infusion, which are valuable for crafting quality espresso. In comparison, the Rocket R Nine One boasts advanced features like dual PID control, flow control, and a larger steam boiler capacity of 3.6 liters, offering more versatility for experienced users. Both machines provide auto shutoff and hot water functionality, but the R Nine One excels with gauges for boiler and steam pressure, enhancing its performance tracking.

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