Rocket Giotto Cronometro R

Overview

The Rocket Giotto Cronometro R sits at the top of Rocket heat exchanger lineup, named after the great Italian Renaissance painter and featuring the most refined build quality in the single boiler range. The Giotto Cronometro R shares its core specifications with the Mozzafiato Cronometro R — a 1.8-liter copper boiler with PID control, rotary pump, E61 group head, and built-in shot timer — but distinguishes itself through enhanced fit and finish details and subtle design refinements. The rotary pump provides exceptionally smooth, quiet operation and enables direct plumbing for convenience, while the PID ensures consistent boiler temperature with minimal flushing required. The E61 group head delivers reliable thermal stability and natural pre-infusion. Rocket has positioned the Giotto as their prestige HX offering, with premium stainless steel panels, refined chrome details, and meticulous internal component selection. The Giotto Cronometro R is available in stainless or black finish options. This machine appeals to the discerning home barista who appreciates the art of Italian machine building and wants the best possible HX performance with the refinement that the Rocket brand represents at its finest.

The Rocket Giotto Cronometro R comes equipped with PID temperature control for precise brewing, pre-infusion for even extraction. It features a heat exchanger boiler system made of copper with a 1800 ml capacity. The rotary pump delivers 9.0 bars of pressure for optimal extraction.

Priced at $2,999, the Rocket Giotto Cronometro R is designed for dedicated prosumers who demand professional-grade equipment. The heat exchanger design provides steam-on-demand while maintaining brew temperature stability — a great middle ground between single and dual boiler machines.

In terms of build quality, the Rocket Giotto Cronometro R is a substantial machine, weighing in at 27.5 kg, manufactured in Italy, drawing 1400W of power. With dimensions of 340 x 430 x 400 mm (W×D×H), make sure you have adequate counter space. It offers both reservoir and direct plumbing options for maximum flexibility.