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	Rocket	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$2850	$3299
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	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Giotto Cronometro R 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	3 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass, Copper	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	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	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	27.8 kg	32.2 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Rocket Giotto Cronometro R, is priced at $2850 and is designed for advanced users. Machine 2, the Profitec Drive, has a higher price tag of $3299 and, like the Rocket, is also targeted at advanced users. Both machines fall into the semi-automatic category, indicating a level of skill required for optimal use.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Rocket Giotto features a heat exchanger with a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes and operates with an E61 group type. The Profitec Drive, on the other hand, employs a dual boiler setup with a faster heat-up time of 5-15 minutes and also uses the E61 group type. Both machines utilize a rotary pump and have lever activation, with the Rocket having a 1.8-liter steam boiler capacity compared to the Profitec's 2-liter capacity.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, both machines offer auto shutoff, various gauges, concurrent brewing and steaming, and pre-infusion. However, the Profitec Drive stands out with its native flow control and dual PID control system, enhancing customization for the user. Both machines include a steam wand and hot water functionality, but neither comes with an integrated grinder.

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