Rocket Giotto FAST R and V – heat exchanger with fast heat-up
Switch it on, and the first espresso flows after around 12 minutes – FAST technology cuts the heat-up time noticeably compared to a classic heat exchanger machine. The OLED display shows you the brewing process, and the Speed Shot Timer counts along. The Giotto FAST comes in R and V variants, in black and chrome.
Coffee Coaching Club is a partner of Rocket in Switzerland. When you buy, our private barista course is included (in German or English, in Bern or Zurich), where we introduce you to extraction and the espresso ritual. The course is for up to two people from the same household or company attending together and must take place within one month of the machine's delivery – after that, the entitlement expires. Get in touch with us for the course and we'll find a date together.
All features at a glance
FAST fast heat-up
The first shot succeeds after around 12 minutes (depending on water and ambient temperature) – noticeably faster than a classic heat exchanger machine at around 20 minutes.
Heat exchanger with E61 group
Heat exchanger system with the E61 group head for consistent brewing temperature and mechanical pre-infusion.
OLED display, Speed Shot Timer, Dual Pressure Gauge
The OLED display and the Speed Shot Timer keep an eye on the shot, while the dual pressure gauge shows pump and boiler pressure.
R or V
The R variant has a rotary pump with a direct-water option and a tank reserve sensor, the V variant a vibration pump running from the tank.
At a glance
| Type |
Heat exchanger |
| Group head |
E61 |
| Heat-up |
FAST, first shot after approx. 12 minutes |
| Display |
OLED, Speed Shot Timer, Dual Pressure Gauge |
| Pump |
R: rotary pump (direct-water option) / V: vibration pump |
| Boiler |
1.8 l |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) |
34 × 45.7 × 40.3 cm |
| Weight |
R: 30 kg / V: 27 kg |
| Power |
1550 W |
| Made in |
Made in Italy |
Who it’s for
For everyone who wants the Giotto design and the E61 group but doesn’t want to wait 20 minutes for it to heat up in the morning. The FAST shortens exactly that waiting time. If you want it, that’s enough.
What goes with it
For affordable grinding, there’s a Varia from the Varia Collection, while more comes from the Eureka grinders or Weber Workshops. Tamper and distributors are in the Tamper Collection, scales at Normcore or Acaia. To help you choose, there’s the machine comparison tool.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly does the FAST really heat up?
The first shot succeeds after around 12 minutes, depending on water and ambient temperature. A classic heat exchanger machine tends to need around 20 minutes to reach a stable brewing temperature.
What’s the difference between R and V?
The R has a rotary pump, direct-water option and tank reserve sensor, the V a vibration pump running from the tank.
Can I see the machine before buying?
Yes, in our showrooms in Bern and Zurich. Delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2–4 working days, Click and Collect and financing via Heylight are possible.
Roastery tip
Dense, round beans suit the E61 group well. Our Cozy Chocolate and the Nutty Delight work beautifully with milk and on their own. That’s our recommendation, one of many.
