Compare Machines


	Rocket	Lelit
MSRP
MSRP	$2400	$3199.95
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	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Mozzafiato Cronometro V pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.8L	Steam: 1.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	2.5 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	25.4 kg	25.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Rocket Mozzafiato Cronometro V and Lelit Bianca V3 are both semi-automatic espresso machines, but they cater to different skill levels and price points. The Rocket machine is priced at approximately $2400 and is designed for intermediate users, while the Lelit Bianca V3 comes in at around $3199.95 and targets advanced users. This price difference suggests a variance in complexity and features aimed at each respective user base.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing capabilities, both machines utilize lever activation and feature the E61 group type. The Rocket's primary heating element is a heat exchanger, and it has a steam boiler capacity of 1.8 liters and a water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters. The Lelit Bianca V3, on the other hand, is equipped with a dual boiler and has a slightly smaller steam boiler capacity of 1.5 liters, while also having the same water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters. Both machines exhibit a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes, making them comparable in this respect.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, both machines include built-in PID control, auto shutoff, and a steam pressure gauge. The Rocket's features also include a shot timer and pre-infusion, while the Lelit adds flow control and dual PID control options, enhancing its functionality for advanced users. Both machines are equipped with steam wands and solenoid valves, along with no-burn wands for safety. However, the Rocket does not offer flow control, which is a notable difference in feature sets.

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