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	ECM	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$3249	$6500
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Dual Boiler	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Rotary	Magnetic Volumetric Pump
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: 0.7L	Brew: 1.9L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 2L	Steam: 3.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	3 L - Convertable	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	36.4 kg	47.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Rocket R Nine One and ECM Synchronika are both advanced semi-automatic espresso machines, priced at $6,500 and $3,249 respectively. The R Nine One is positioned as a high-end option from Rocket, while the Synchronika offers a more budget-friendly choice from ECM. Both machines target experienced users who possess a higher skill level in espresso preparation. The significant difference in price suggests a variation in features and performance capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Rocket R Nine One features a touch screen activation and utilizes a dual boiler heating element, with a heat-up time exceeding 30 minutes. It has a brew boiler capacity of 1.9 liters and a steam boiler capacity of 3.6 liters, utilizing a magnetic volumetric pump. In contrast, the ECM Synchronika offers a lever activation and also employs a dual boiler system, with a shorter heat-up time of 15 to 30 minutes. Its brew boiler can hold 0.7 liters, and it has a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters, operated by a rotary pump.

Features Comparison

Both machines are equipped with several advanced features. They both include auto shutoff, boiler pressure gauge, steam pressure gauge, concurrent brew steam, hot water functionality, PID control, pre-infusion, shot timers, solenoid valves, steam wands, no-burn wands, and over-pressure valves. However, the Rocket R Nine One stands out due to its inclusion of flow control and dual PID control, while the ECM Synchronika does not offer flow control. Overall, both options cater well to advanced users, but the Rocket provides additional functionalities.

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