Compare Machines


	Rocket	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$1850	$5900
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	Paddle
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: 0.2L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.8L	Steam: 3.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass, Copper	No Information
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	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	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	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	Yes	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	20 kg	32 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The La Marzocco Linea Mini is priced at $5900 and is designed for advanced users, signifying a professional quality suitable for serious coffee aficionados. In contrast, the Rocket Appartamento is more accessible at $1850 and targets intermediate users, making it a better fit for those with some experience but not necessarily experts in espresso crafting.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing capabilities, the Linea Mini utilizes a paddle activation method, dual boiler system, and has a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, providing a consistent brew temperature. The Appartamento, on the other hand, uses a lever activation with a heat exchanger and also has a similar heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, but with brass and copper boiler materials and an E61 group type for enhanced brewing control.

Features Comparison

Both machines feature auto shutoff and allow concurrent brewing and steaming, promoting efficiency in preparation. The Linea Mini boasts several premium features such as dual PID control and a steam pressure gauge, while the Appartamento has a similar steam wand and solenoid valve but lacks PID control options.

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