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Which Lelit Coffee Machine Is Right for You?

Which Lelit Coffee Machine Is Right for You?

     

    A guide to choosing your perfect espresso partner

    If you’ve made it to this blog post, first of all, welcome. Second, congratulations. You’ve officially outgrown supermarket instant, your kettle’s crying in the cupboard, and you’re on the glorious path to espresso enlightenment.

    Enter Lelit. Stylish. Precise. Italian. But with several machines to choose from, you’re probably wondering: Which Lelit machine is “the one”?

    Whether you're an espresso purist, a milk frothing maniac, or just tired of dropping £3.50 every morning on your caffeine habit, this guide is for you.

    ☕ Before You Swipe Right on a Machine...

    Think of this like espresso machine speed dating. You need to know a few things about yourself first:

    • Do you want control or convenience? (Hands-on brewing or push-button bliss?)

    • Do you drink more milk than coffee? (Steam power matters.)

    • Do you have counter space, or is your kitchen... cosy?

    • Are you on a tight budget, or is this your midlife espresso crisis?

    💸 Quick Comparison Table

    Machine

    Price

    Has Grinder?

    Best For

    Anna PL41TEM

    ~£509.95

    ❌

    Beginners & espresso purists

    Anita PL042TEMD

    ~£599.95

    ✅

    All-in-one simplicity

    Victoria PL91T

    ~£759.95

    ❌

    Stylish homes & milk drinkers

    Kate PL82T

    ~£949.95

    ✅

    Looks + performance lovers

    Elizabeth PL92T

    ~£1,199.95

    ❌

    Flat white factories (aka households)

    MaraX PL62X

    ~£1,199.95

    ❌

    Fast, quiet, and reliable

    Bianca PL162T

    ~£2,199.95

    ❌

    Full control fanatics / espresso nerds (no shame)

    Prices correct at time of writing — check our Lelit machines page for the latest and any tasty deals.

    Meet the Machines 👇

    Lelit Anna PL41TEM — The Friendly First-Timer

    💰 ~£509.95
    No grinder • Single boiler • PID temp control

    Anna is the one who welcomes you gently into the world of espresso, pats your hand, and says: “Don’t worry, you’ve got this.” She’s compact, easy to use, and built like a little tank.

    ✅ Best for: Espresso lovers with smaller kitchens
    ⚠️ Not for: Milky drinkers who want fast steaming — she takes her time.

    Lelit Anita PL042TEMD — The All-In-One Wonder

    💰 ~£599.95
    Built-in grinder • Single boiler • Semi-auto dosing

    Don’t want to mess about with grinders and clutter? Anita gets it. She grinds, brews, and lets you get on with your life. Perfect for minimalists who just want great coffee without turning their counter into a coffee lab.

    ✅ Best for: Simplicity, small spaces, and one-button mornings
    ⚠️ Not for: Tweakers and tinkerers — the grinder’s good but not pro-level

    Lelit Victoria PL91T — The City Flat Sweetheart

    💰 ~£759.95
    No grinder • Heat exchanger • Sleek design

    Victoria is the type who lives in a studio flat, has flawless taste, and somehow fits a Monstera plant in the window. Small but mighty, with enough steaming power for milky drinks and enough brains to keep your espresso on point.

    ✅ Best for: Small kitchens and stylish people who drink lattes
    ⚠️ Not for: Those wanting built-in grinders or dual boilers

    Lelit Kate PL82T — Brains, Beauty, and a Built-In Grinder

    💰 ~£949.95
    Built-in grinder • PID • Heat exchange system

    Kate is for people who want it all — sleek looks, built-in grinder, high-end finish, and more features than you’ll ever admit you don’t use. But hey, at least you’ll look good doing it.

    ✅ Best for: Design-conscious drinkers who want a neat setup
    ⚠️ Not for: People who already own a high-end grinder

    Lelit Elizabeth PL92T — The Quiet Overachiever

    💰 ~£1,199.95
    No grinder • Dual boiler • Fast steaming

    Elizabeth doesn’t mess about. Two boilers, advanced controls, and consistently great espresso without the fuss. She’s reliable, fast, and always gets the job done — just don’t expect her to brag about it.

    ✅ Best for: Busy households or small offices
    ⚠️ Not for: Casual drinkers — she’s here for commitment

    Lelit MaraX PL62X — The Silent Ninja

    💰 ~£1,199.95 (sometimes less on sale!)
    No grinder • Heat exchanger • Ultra-quiet operation

    MaraX is the type who does the work without making a fuss. She’s warm in just minutes, steams like a pro, and won’t wake up the house at 6am. Think of her as Elizabeth’s chiller cousin.

    ✅ Best for: Early risers and silent achievers
    ⚠️ Not for: People who want pressure profiling (that’s Bianca’s gig)

    Lelit Bianca PL162T — The Espresso Nerd’s Dream Date

    💰 ~£2,199.95
    No grinder • Dual boiler • Manual flow profiling

    Bianca is the high-maintenance partner who’s absolutely worth it. She gives you full control of pressure, flow, temperature, and style. If you’ve ever uttered the words “pre-infusion pressure curve” — welcome home.

    ✅ Best for: Experienced home baristas, nerds, coffee pros
    ⚠️ Not for: The impatient or indecisive

    🔧 Still Not Sure?

    Here’s how to quickly narrow it down:

    • No grinder yet? → Kate or Anita

    • Just getting started? → Anna

    • Want good milk performance? → Victoria, Elizabeth, or MaraX

    • Want to geek out and pressure profile? → Bianca

    • Want less faff, more coffee? → MaraX or Anita

    ☕ Final Thoughts

    Buying a Lelit is a bit like buying a car, you’ll love the freedom, but you need to pick the one that suits your route. From entry-level champions like Anna to full-bore customisers like Bianca, there’s a Lelit for every kind of coffee obsessive.

    If you're still torn, drop us a message, swing by the 200 Degrees Roast House, or check out our full Lelit machine range here. We'll help you find the machine that makes your mornings better (and probably your Instagram stories, too).