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	Rocket	Xenia Espresso
MSRP
MSRP	$1850	$2500
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
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	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Vibration	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	15-30 Minutes	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Appartamento pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir	Brew: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: 1.8L	Steam: 1.7L
Water Supply
Water Supply	2.5 L - Reservoir	2 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Brass, Copper	Stainless Steel
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	Yes	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	Yes	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	Yes	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	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	20 kg	24.9 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both the Xenia Espresso Dual Boiler and the Rocket Appartamento are semi-automatic espresso machines designed for intermediate users. The Xenia model is priced at $2500, while the Rocket Appartamento has a lower price point of $1850, making it more accessible. Both brands are reputable, but the Xenia is placed higher in the market due to its more complex dual boiler system.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Xenia operates with a button activation and features a dual boiler system made from stainless steel. It has a brew boiler capacity of 0.3 liters, with a heat-up time ranging from 5 to 15 minutes. The Rocket Appartamento uses a lever activation and is equipped with a heat exchanger, made from brass and copper, and does not have a dedicated brew boiler but boasts a slightly larger steam boiler capacity of 1.8 liters. Its heat-up time is longer, ranging from 15 to 30 minutes.

Features Comparison

When looking at features, the Xenia includes notable options such as PID control, pre-infusion, and dual PID control, but lacks auto shutoff. It is equipped with a boiler pressure gauge and supports concurrent brew and steam operation. On the other hand, the Rocket Appartamento offers smart features such as a no-burn steam wand and automatic shutoff but does not have a boiler pressure gauge. Both machines provide hot water options, steam wands, and solenoid valves, aiding in the versatility for espresso brewing.

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