Espresso Machine Comparisons - La Marzocco vs Rocket vs Sanremo

A comparison chart between three of the best espresso machines popular for homes; the La Marzocco GS3, Rocket R Nine One and Sanremo You. If you are uncertain which to choose, every single one of these machines are all incredible espresso machines for the home barista but will also work in small to medium-sized commercial setups. All these machines are available at Buna Coffee – Shop online or contact us for any questions you might have!

 

 

La Marzocco GS3

Rocket R Nine One

Sanremo YOU

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La Marzocco GS3

Rocket R Nine One

Sanremo YOU

Price

R149,303

R144,555

R122,999

Attributes

Skill level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Programmability

Automatic

Advanced

Advanced

Temp Control

Double Boiler

Double Boiler

Double Boiler

Dimensions

Height

35.5cm

43cm

39cm

Depth

53cm

50cm

50cm

Material

Exterior Material

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Power

Power

2100W

1600W

2350W

Amps

15A

15A

15A

Boiler

Boiler design

Double boiler

Double boiler

Double boiler

Boiler material

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Boiler volume

1.5L Brew / 3.5L Steam

1.9L Brew / 3.6L Steam

0.5L Brew / 1L Steam

 

Auto On

Yes

Yes

Yes

Cup Clearance 

8.5cm

8.5cm

10cm

Cup Warmer

Yes

Yes

Yes

Pre-infusion

Yes

Yes

Yes

Solenoid Valve

Yes

Yes

Yes

Warm Up: Brew Time

15 minutes

20 minutes

15 minutes

Water Source

Convertible (internal reservoir and can be plumbed in)

Convertible (internal reservoir and can be plumbed in)

Convertible (internal reservoir and can be plumbed in)

Portafilter size

58mm

58mm

58mm