Quick Mill Aquila vs Rocket Espresso Giotto FAST

Technical comparison · Heat exchanger

In brief

Aquila and Giotto FAST are not direct competitors: different use classes. Aquila is the entry-level choice; Giotto FAST offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Quick Mill Aquila Aquila Quick Mill F2 · Intermediate
Rocket Espresso Giotto FAST Giotto FAST Rocket Espresso F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Launch year — 2025
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) — ~1000–2200 €
Price updated on — 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 30.8 × 48.2 × 36.3 cm 34 × 45.7 × 40.3 cm
Weight (kg) 28.5 kg 30 kg
Power (W) — 1550 W
Category specs
Boiler architecture Heat exchanger (HX) Heat exchanger (HX)
PID control Yes Yes
Pump type Rotary Rotary
Pre-infusion Programmable —
Boiler material Stainless steel —
Water tank capacity (l) 3 l 1.8 l
Plumbable Yes Yes
Pressure gauge Yes Yes
Ecosystem
Software notes The OLED display shows temperature, shot timer, water shortage sensor, standby and eco modes. No app or connectivity is listed. —

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: Aquila 3 l vs Giotto FAST 1.8 l

Which one to choose

Choose Aquila if…

you value water tank capacity.

See the Aquila sheet →

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