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	Londinium	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$3858	$7200
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	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	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Rotary	Magnetic Volumetric Pump
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The R24 pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 1.9L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2.3L	Steam: 3.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0 L - Direct Connect	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Copper	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	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	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	38 kg	42.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Londinium R24 and Rocket Epica are both high-end espresso machines aimed at advanced users. The Londinium R24 is priced at $3,858, while the Rocket Epica has a significantly higher MSRP of $7,200. Both machines fall under the semi-automatic category, emphasizing manual brewing skill. As a result, prospective buyers should consider their budget and espresso-making experience when making a decision.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a lever activation mechanism. The Londinium R24 features a copper boiler and has a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, while the Rocket Epica is equipped with a stainless steel dual boiler and takes over 30 minutes to heat up. The R24 uses a heat exchanger as its primary heating element, whereas the Epica operates with dual boilers for optimal temperature control. Both machines have 58mm portafilters, but the Rocket Epica has a steam boiler capacity of 3.6 liters, compared to the 2.3 liters of the Londinium R24.

Features Comparison

The key features of the Londinium R24 include pre-infusion, flow control, and concurrent brew-steam capabilities, but it lacks auto shutoff and PID control. In contrast, the Rocket Epica includes a variety of advanced features such as PID degree control, shot timer, solenoid valve, and smart connectivity, along with an auto shutoff safety feature. Both machines provide hot water functionality and have steam wands, with the Rocket Epica benefiting from a no-burn design. Overall, while both machines share some core functionalities, the Rocket Epica includes more advanced features tailored for precise control and convenience.

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