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	Cafelat	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$375	$2350
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Manual Pump	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Mechanical Piston	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Robot requires an external source of water Note: The Giotto Cronometro V pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	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	0.1 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Brass, Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	No	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	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	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.8 kg	23 kg
Material
Material	Painted Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Cafelat Robot is a manual espresso machine priced at $375, making it an affordable choice for beginners. In contrast, the Rocket Giotto Cronometro V is a semi-automatic machine that comes with a higher price tag of $2,350, appealing more to intermediate users. This significant difference in pricing indicates that the Rocket Giotto offers more advanced features and capabilities suited for seasoned baristas.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Cafelat Robot activates through a manual pump and does not have a heat-up time specified, while it employs a mechanical piston pump. On the other hand, the Rocket Giotto uses a lever for activation, features a heat exchanger, and has a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, showcasing its more sophisticated engineering. The Giotto has a steam boiler capacity of 1.8 liters and a water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters, while the Cafelat Robot is limited with a water reservoir capacity of just 0.1 liters.

Features Comparison

Regarding their features, the Cafelat Robot is equipped with a boiler pressure gauge, pre-infusion capability, and flow control but lacks automated options like auto shutoff or a steam wand. Conversely, the Rocket Giotto Cronometro V includes several advanced features such as PID control, a shot timer, and a steam wand, which enhance user experience and control over the brewing process. The Giotto also has an auto shutoff feature and supports concurrent brewing and steaming, which is not available in the Cafelat Robot.

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