Rocket Giotto FAST R and V – heat exchanger with fast heat-up
Buy the Rocket Giotto FAST in Switzerland: heat exchanger with PID, OLED display and first shot after around 12 minutes. Showrooms in Bern and Zurich.
The Giotto FAST is a heat exchanger machine from Rocket Espresso in Milan and the evolution of the Giotto, the first model Rocket brought to market. Rocket designed it for fast heat-up: according to the manufacturer, the first shot is possible after around 12 minutes on average, depending on water temperature and surroundings. It comes as the R with a rotary pump and as the V with a vibration pump, available from us in black and chrome. Coffee Coaching Club is a partner of Rocket Espresso.
Features of the Giotto FAST
Fast heat-up
With the fast heat-up technology, Rocket states that the first shot is possible after around 12 minutes on average, depending on water temperature and ambient conditions.
Shot timer display and PID control
The OLED display shows the shot time, manages machine settings such as boiler temperature and reports errors.
Dual pressure gauge
Two gauges show pump and boiler pressure. According to Rocket, keeping an eye on both pressures helps avoid over- or under-extraction.
Ready indicator
An indicator changes colour as soon as the machine is ready to brew.
Minimalist taps
The redesigned water and steam taps follow the design language of the current Rocket models.
Design philosophy
The side panels are built from polygons that look different depending on how the light falls. A triangle is missing from the upper side panel, creating its own colour pattern. According to Rocket, the design is by V12.
The details in everyday use
R or V
The R has a rotary pump and can be supplied from the water tank or via a mains water connection. The V has a vibration pump and works with the water tank. Both have a 1.8 l tank; according to the Rocket specification, the R also has a reserve sensor.
Insulated boiler
The 1.8 l boiler is insulated to save energy.
At a glance
| Type |
Heat exchanger, PID control |
| Heat-up time |
According to Rocket, around 12 minutes on average to the first shot, depending on water temperature and surroundings |
| Display |
OLED with shot timer |
| Pressure gauges |
Dual pressure gauge (pump and boiler) |
| Pump |
R: rotary pump, water tank or mains water connection / V: vibration pump, water tank |
| Boiler |
1.8 l, insulated |
| Water tank |
1.8 l, reserve sensor on the R |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
340 × 457 × 403 mm |
| Weight |
R: 30 kg / V: 27 kg |
| Electrical |
220–240 V, 50/60 Hz; 1550 W according to the product page (catalogue sheet: 1350 W) |
| Versions available from us |
FAST R in black and chrome, FAST V in chrome |
| Manufacturer |
Rocket Espresso, Milan |
Who it is made for
For everyone who wants a heat exchanger with a short heat-up time, for espresso and milk drinks. Nobody needs it; you either want it or you don't. Our advice tool shows which machine class suits you. A free advice appointment is possible, as is the comparison workshop, where you can compare Rocket and other machines side by side in Bern. An option, not a requirement.
For everyone who wants grinders that are affordable and precise: the Varia VS3 from our Varia Collection, Comandante or Timemore. If you want more: Varia VS6, the Weber EG-1 from the Weber Workshops Collection or Option-O Lagom. All models are in our coffee grinders. For scales, tampers and puck screens: Normcore affordable and precise, Acaia and Weber Workshops for more features. More in our barista equipment.
Delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2 to 4 working days, Click and Collect in Bern and Zurich. Financing available. You will find the terms for the introductory course with a machine purchase further down this page. Questions to [email protected] or via coffeecoachingclub.ch.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly does the Rocket Giotto FAST heat up?
According to Rocket, the first shot is possible after around 12 minutes on average, depending on water temperature and surroundings. A colour indicator on the machine shows when it is ready.
What is the difference between the Giotto FAST R and V?
The R has a rotary pump and can be supplied from the water tank or via a mains water connection. The V has a vibration pump and works with the water tank. Weight according to Rocket: R 30 kg, V 27 kg.
Can I connect the Giotto FAST permanently to the water supply?
Yes, the R version. For the R, Rocket specifies a rotary pump with a water connection or water tank. The V version works with the tank.
What sets the Giotto FAST apart from the Mozzafiato FAST?
According to the Rocket specification, the heating system, boiler, pumps and weight are the same. The housing and dimensions differ: Giotto FAST 340 × 457 × 403 mm, Mozzafiato FAST 314 × 457 × 409 mm (W × D × H). You will find both in our Rocket Espresso Collection.
Can I see the Giotto FAST before buying?
In our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) we show a wide selection, but not every model at all times. Write to us before your visit at [email protected] and we will check whether the machine is on site.
How quickly do you deliver in Switzerland?
2 to 4 working days throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein. Click and Collect in Bern and Zurich and financing are available.
Tip from the roastery: For espresso and milk drinks, we recommend dense, full-bodied roasts such as Cozy Chocolate and Nutty Delight. For maximum body without acidity: Very Nutty. For a fruity discovery: Wild Peach. As a starting point, we recommend a ratio of 1:2 by weight and adjust to taste from there. That is our recommendation, one of many.
