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The Espresso Machine That Fits Your Budget Without Sacrificing Quality

The Espresso Machine That Fits Your Budget Without Sacrificing Quality

Let’s talk about the espresso machine that’s perfect for your budget without sacrificing quality. You’re currently hooked on the DeLonghi Dedica, a reliable workhorse that delivers great shots but feels dated in both design and build. You’ve seen the ECM Synchronika II praised for its precision, but its €3,100 price tag is out of reach. Now you’re hunting for a mid-range upgrade that balances aesthetics, performance, and affordability. The Rocket Appartamento TCA caught your eye with its sleek, traditional look—but whispers of maintenance headaches and technical shortcomings have you second-guessing. So the real question isn’t just what to buy, but…
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Inside the Espresso Machine Shop: What You Need to Know

Inside the Espresso Machine Shop: What You Need to Know

Here’s what you need to know about espresso machines, grinders, and the wild world of coffee equipment. I work in a shop that sells and repairs machines from Profitec, ECM, Bezzera, Rocket, Quickmill, La Marzocco, and Lelit. We also carry grinders from Eureka, Mazzer, Fiorenzato, and Mahlkoenig. Whether you’re browsing in person or online, the goal is to help you find gear that works—and lasts. The biggest divide between brands lies in build quality and precision. La Marzocco and Bezzera machines, for example, are built for durability, with heavy cast iron and precision engineering. They’re not cheap, but they’re designed…
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Rocket Espresso Unveils Stelvio, Spluga, and Gravo Commercial and Home Grinders at HostMilano

Rocket Espresso Unveils Stelvio, Spluga, and Gravo Commercial and Home Grinders at HostMilano

Italian espresso equipment powerhouse Rocket Espresso has recently unveiled its latest offerings at the HostMilano event in Italy - two commercial grinders, Rocket Stelvio and Rocket Stelvio Élite, and a home grinder, Rocket Gravo. Let's dive into the details of these new machines. The Rocket Stelvio and Rocket Stelvio Élite are tall, robust commercial grinders standing at 638 millimeters (25.1 inches). They feature 68-millimeter flat burrs spun by a 550-watt motor in the Stelvio and 83-millimeter flat burrs powered by a 750-watt motor in the Élite, making it Rocket's fastest grinder at 6 grams per second. Both models boast 1.5-kilogram-capacity…
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