Rocket Appartamento vs Gaggia Classic GT
Quick take: The Gaggia Classic GT costs $1 less; the Gaggia Classic GT heats up faster (5 minutes).
| Spec | Rocket Appartamento | Gaggia Classic GT |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,700 | $1,699 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (1,500) | 4.7★ (45) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Heat Exchanger | Dual Boiler |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 9 bar |
| Water capacity | 72 oz | 68 oz |
| Warm-up time | 20 minutes | 5 minutes |
| Steam wand | Commercial Manual | Commercial Manual |
| Basket type | Unpressurized Only | Unpressurized |
| Best for | Purists | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 10.2 x 16.7 x 14.2 in | 10.4 x 16.1 x 16.6 in |
| Weight | 44 lbs | 38.9 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Rocket Appartamento
- ✓Stunning Italian design
- ✓HX allows simultaneous brew/steam
- ✓Commercial group head
- ✓Built to last
- ✗No PID control
- ✗Heavy
- ✗Temperature surfing required
- ✗No built-in grinder
Gaggia Classic GT
- ✓Brew and steam simultaneously with 1-degree brew temperature adjustment
- ✓Automated 3g/second low-flow pre-infusion with bloom step is rare under $2,000
- ✓Volumetric programming plus three shot presets for repeatable workflow
- ✓Heats to brew-ready in about 5 minutes - fast for a dual boiler
- ✗Big price jump from the $549 Classic Pro E24
- ✗Nearly 39 lbs and a 16-inch-deep footprint
- ✗Brand new platform with little long-term reliability data
- ✗No flow control paddle at a price where Lelit Bianca competes