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Rocket Espresso Milano is renowned for hand-built espresso machines that combine traditional Italian craftsmanship with modern engineering, built under the brand's 'Fatto a Mano' philosophy. Rocket machines are known for exceptional build quality and genuine café-level performance on a home counter.
The Cronometro R PID brings true commercial-grade technology into the home barista's kitchen. Built for espresso lovers who demand precision, consistency, and café-quality results day after day, it pairs Italian craftsmanship with rotary pump performance, PID temperature control, and a generously sized heat-exchange boiler for effortless control and genuinely exceptional espresso.
At its heart is a 1.8L insulated heat-exchange boiler with PID temperature control, letting you finely dial in and hold brew temperature across every session. Combined with an integrated digital shot timer and thermal stability systems, extracting balanced, flavourful espresso becomes intuitive and repeatable rather than a matter of trial and error.
Unlike the standard Cronometro V PID, the Cronometro R features a full-size commercial rotary pump — delivering quiet, smooth pressure and the flexibility to use either the internal 2.5L reservoir or plumb the machine directly into your water supply. That flexibility is the defining reason to choose the R over the V.
Commercial rotary pump — Quiet, smooth pressure delivery with the option to plumb directly into your water line.
1.8L insulated heat-exchange boiler with PID control — Precise, stable brew temperature held across every session.
Integrated digital shot timer — Consistent extraction tracking built into the machine.
Nickel-plated copper boiler with brass end plates — Long-term durability alongside a heavy-duty stainless steel body.
Available in Giotto and Mozzafiato styling, sharing the identical rotary-pump platform. The Giotto offers a sculpted, statement silhouette; the Mozzafiato a sleeker, more streamlined design. The decision comes down to aesthetic preference for your kitchen.
The Cronometro R PID is for the home barista who wants the option of direct plumbing and the quieter, smoother operation of a rotary pump — genuinely commercial-grade performance rather than a prosumer approximation. If plumbing flexibility isn't a priority, the Cronometro V PID delivers similar temperature stability at a lower price point.
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Spec |
Giotto |
Mozzafiato |
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Boiler capacity |
1.8L |
1.8L |
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Reservoir capacity |
2.5L |
2.5L |
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Power |
1200W |
1200W |
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Dimensions (W x D x H) |
335 x 420 x 400 mm (425mm with cup frame) |
280 x 425 x 400 mm |
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Weight |
27.8 kg |
30.2 kg |
● Rocket Cronometro R PID Espresso Machine (Giotto or Mozzafiato)
● Single and double portafilters
● Metal tamper
● Cleaning kit
● User manual
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