Olympia Express Maximatic vs Rocket Espresso Appartamento TCA

Technical comparison · Heat exchanger

In brief

Appartamento TCA is ahead on water tank capacity; beyond that the two differ in boiler material, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, Appartamento TCA ranks #11 of 16, Maximatic #14.

Parameter
Olympia Express Maximatic Maximatic Olympia Express F5 · Professional
Rocket Espresso Appartamento TCA Appartamento TCA Rocket Espresso F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Launch year 1974 2024
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) 19.5 × 34 × 37 cm 27 × 44.8 × 35.8 cm
Weight (kg) 18.5 kg 22 kg
Power (W) 1000 W 1200 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 Yes
Pump type Vibration Vibration
Group head type E61
Boiler material Stainless steel Copper
Water tank capacity (l) 1.5 l 1.9 l
Pressure gauge Yes

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: Maximatic 1.5 l vs Appartamento TCA 1.9 l — Appartamento TCA wins (+27%)
  • Boiler material: Maximatic Stainless steel · Appartamento TCA Copper

Which one to choose

Choose Appartamento TCA if…

you value water tank capacity.

See the Appartamento TCA sheet →

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