Carimali Bubble vs Rocket Espresso Appartamento

Technical comparison · Heat exchanger

In brief

Bubble is ahead on plumbable; beyond that the two differ in group head type, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, Bubble ranks #1 of 25, Appartamento #25.

Parameter
Carimali Bubble Bubble Carimali F5 · Professional
Rocket Espresso Appartamento Appartamento Rocket Espresso F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Launch year 2016
Use tier F5 — Professional F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) ~2200–5000 € ~1000–2200 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 72.2 × 51.5 × 49.7 cm 27.4 × 43.95 × 36 cm
Weight (kg) 47 kg 20 kg
Power (W) 3850 W 1350 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 220 V
Category specs
Boiler architecture Heat exchanger (HX) Heat exchanger (HX)
Portafilter diameter (mm) 58 mm mm
PID control No
Pump type Vibration
Pre-infusion Programmable
Group head type Thermosiphon E61
Water tank capacity (l) 2.5 l
Plumbable Yes No

The differences that matter

  • Plumbable: Bubble yes, Appartamento no
  • Group head type: Bubble Thermosiphon · Appartamento E61

Which one to choose

Choose Bubble if…

you value plumbable.

See the Bubble sheet →

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