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	Breville	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$1099.95	$3275
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	Touch Screen	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	< 5 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Barista Touch pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.6L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.7L
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	Yes	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	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	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	10.4 kg	29.5 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Touch is priced at $1,099.95 and is aimed at beginner espresso enthusiasts, while the Rocket R 60 V is significantly more expensive at $3,275, catering to advanced users. Both machines are classified as semi-automatic, yet their target skill levels differ considerably. This price and skill level distinction highlights the Barista Touch as an entry-level option, while the R 60 V is geared towards those looking for more intricate control and capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville Barista Touch is activated via a touch screen and utilizes a Thermoblock heating element, with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes. The water reservoir capacity is 1.9 liters, and it features a vibration pump. Conversely, the Rocket R 60 V is activated through a lever, employs a dual boiler heating system, and has a heat-up time of over 30 minutes. It offers a larger water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters and utilizes a rotary pump for consistent performance.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, the Breville Barista Touch includes an integrated grinder, PID control, pre-infusion, and a steam wand but lacks gauges for boiler and steam pressure. On the other hand, the Rocket R 60 V boasts additional features such as both boiler and steam pressure gauges, concurrent brew and steam capabilities, and advanced PID control with dual functionality. While both machines share auto shutoff, the difference in feature sets indicates that the Rocket R 60 V is tailored for users who desire more precise control and monitoring in their brewing process.

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