Compare Machines


	Rocket	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$1850	$2979
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	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	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: 0.75L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.8L	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass, Copper	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	Chrome Plated Brass	Chrome Plated Brass
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	Yes
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	31 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Profitec Pro 700, is a high-end semi-automatic espresso machine with a price of $2,979, catering to advanced users. In contrast, Machine 2, the Rocket Appartamento, offers a more accessible price at $1,850 and is aimed at intermediate skill levels. Both brands are noted for their quality, but the significant price difference may reflect the Pro 700's more advanced capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Profitec Pro 700 features a dual boiler system with a heat-up time of over 30 minutes, compared to the Rocket Appartamento's heat exchanger which heats up in 15-30 minutes. The Pro 700 has a brew boiler capacity of 0.75 liters and a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters, while the Appartamento utilizes a 1.8-liter steam boiler without a dedicated brew boiler capacity. Both machines employ the E61 group type and have Chrome Plated Brass brew group materials, but differ in pump types; the Pro 700 uses a rotary pump whereas the Appartamento uses a vibration pump.

Features Comparison

When evaluating key features, the Profitec Pro 700 offers dual PID control and a shot timer, enhancing precision in brewing, while the Rocket Appartamento lacks PID control but includes a steam pressure gauge. Both machines provide an auto shutoff feature, hot water access, and a steam wand with no-burn functionality. While both lack an integrated grinder, the Pro 700 includes pre-infusion, a feature present in both machines. However, the absence of a shot timer on the Appartamento may be a consideration for users seeking more control over their brewing process.

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