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	Gaggia	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$449	$6500
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Magnetic Volumetric Pump
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.1L	Brew: 1.9L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 3.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.1 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Coated Aluminum	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass, Polished Face	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	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	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	No	No
Weight
Weight	9.1 kg	47.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo, is priced at $449 and is designed for beginners, making it an accessible choice for those new to espresso making. In contrast, Machine 2, the Rocket R Nine One, comes with a hefty price tag of $6,500 and caters to advanced users seeking a more sophisticated espresso experience.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo features a rocker switch activation, utilizes a coated aluminum boiler with a brew boiler capacity of 0.1 liters, and has a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. The Rocket R Nine One, on the other hand, has touch screen activation, a stainless steel dual boiler with a brew boiler capacity of 1.9 liters, and a longer heat-up time of over 30 minutes.

Features Comparison

When examining the key features, the Gaggia Classic Pro Evo does not have advanced features like auto shutoff or pressure gauges but does offer hot water availability and a steam wand. In contrast, the Rocket R Nine One is packed with features including auto shutoff, both boiler and steam pressure gauges, and advanced control options such as PID control and concurrent brew steam capability.

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