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	Diletta	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$1899	$7200
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	Magnetic Volumetric Pump
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	5-15 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Bello+ 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: 1.8L	Steam: 3.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	3 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
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	Yes	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	Yes	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	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	22.7 kg	42.4 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Rocket Epica and Diletta Bello+ are both semi-automatic espresso machines, yet they cater to different segments of the market, with the Epica being designed for advanced users, priced at $7,200, while the Bello+ targets intermediate users with a more accessible price point of $1,899. The significant difference in price reflects not just the complexity but also the superior materials and construction typically found in the higher-priced machine. Both brands—Rocket and Diletta—are well-regarded in the espresso machine industry, each bringing their own strengths to the table.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing specifications, the Rocket Epica utilizes a dual boiler system with a heat-up time of over 30 minutes and features a saturated sprung lever group type. It has a brew boiler capacity of 1.9 liters, a steam boiler capacity of 3.6 liters, and a water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters. On the other hand, the Diletta Bello+ incorporates a heat exchanger which leads to a significantly faster heat-up time of 5-15 minutes, with a steam boiler capacity of 1.8 liters and a water reservoir of 3 liters. The Bello+ uses a chrome-plated brass brew group, while both machines employ 58mm portafilters and different types of pumps.

Features Comparison

When comparing features, both machines include auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, steam pressure gauge, concurrent brew steam, hot water functionality, pre-infusion, shot timer, solenoid valve, steam wand, no burn wand, over-pressure valve, and PID control features. The Rocket Epica has more advanced options, such as flow control and dual PID control, making it appealing for users looking for greater precision. Conversely, the Bello+ lacks flow control and dual PID, but still offers essential features valuable for many users. Notably, the Epica also incorporates smart connectivity, which is absent in the Bello+.

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