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	Rancilio	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$1195	$1850
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Single Boiler	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Rocker Switch	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Appartamento pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.3L	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	2.2 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass	Brass, Copper
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	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	Yes	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	Yes	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	13.6 kg	20 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Rancilio Silvia PID, is priced at $1,195 and is categorized as a semi-automatic espresso machine suitable for beginners. In contrast, Machine 2, the Rocket Appartamento, is available at a higher price of $1,850 and caters to intermediate users. The difference in skill level suggests that while both machines are semi-automatic, the Appartamento may require more experience to operate effectively.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Rancilio Silvia PID uses a rocker switch for activation and has a single boiler with a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes. Its group type is a ring with a brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters, made entirely of chrome-plated brass. On the other hand, the Rocket Appartamento features lever activation with a heat exchanger system, a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, and does not have a brew boiler capacity listed. Its group type is the E61 variety, which is widely regarded for stable temperature.

Features Comparison

When examining key features, the Rancilio Silvia PID includes PID control, a steam wand, and hot water availability but lacks an auto shutoff, steam pressure gauge, or concurrent brew and steam capabilities. The Rocket Appartamento, however, combines features like pre-infusion, auto shutoff, concurrent brew and steam capabilities, and a steam pressure gauge, along with its own steam wand. Both machines come equipped with solenoid valves and operational steam wands, but the Appartamento offers slightly more advanced features suited for experienced users.

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