Izzo Alex PID vs Rocket Espresso Appartamento TCA

Technical comparison · Heat exchanger

In brief

Alex PID is ahead on water tank capacity; beyond that the two differ in pump type, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, Alex PID ranks #10 of 25, Appartamento TCA #17.

Parameter
Izzo Alex PID Alex PID Izzo F4 · Semi-professional
Rocket Espresso Appartamento TCA Appartamento TCA Rocket Espresso F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Launch year — 2024
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) ~1000–2200 € ~1000–2200 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 36.4 × 45 × 41.6 cm 27 × 44.8 × 35.8 cm
Weight (kg) 30 kg 22 kg
Power (W) 1400 W 1200 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 220 V
Category specs
Boiler architecture Heat exchanger (HX) Heat exchanger (HX)
PID control Yes Yes
Pump type Rotary Vibration
Group head type E61 E61
Boiler material — Copper
Water tank capacity (l) 2.3 l 1.9 l
Plumbable Yes —
Pressure gauge Yes —

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: Alex PID 2.3 l vs Appartamento TCA 1.9 l — Alex PID wins (+21%)
  • Pump type: Alex PID Rotary · Appartamento TCA Vibration

Which one to choose

Choose Alex PID if…

you value water tank capacity.

See the Alex PID sheet →

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