Friends who want to advance to espresso may not be able to avoid one question: when you are preparing to upgrade equipment, what should you do next?There are a wide range of people on the market, but most people's attention will eventually focus on three semi-automatic espresso machines, each representing different choice directions:
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A cost-effective choice：Lelit Mara X — A smartly designed, small in size, and extremely innovative in heat exchangers.
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Craftsmen's playground：Lelit Bianca V3 — A dual boiler machine with specifications that give you unlimited control and allows you to enjoy coffee.
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Symbol of identity：La Marzocco Linea Micra — The dreamy and elegant product in the coffee world, holding a halo, pursuing the ultimate stability and speed.
About the past six months, I have regarded the Lelit Bianca V3 as the main force in my family. This is not just an evaluation, but more like a deep cohabitation. I want to figure out why in the background data of our Coffee Stage, so many budget-conscious customers finally moved the Lelit Bianca V3 back home after comparing it, which is why I chose to recommend itRecommend it?
Today, I want to talk to you about my experience.
Unboxing and daily life: a machine that knows how to think about you
Honestly, this machine is really heavy. Weighing close to 27 kg, you can feel the solid steel texture when you move it out of the box . Lelit is generous in accessories, not a random plastic toy, but an original stainless steel pressure filler with heavy hands, a handsome bottomless handle, and a competition-level IMS filter cup . This alone makes you feel that the money is worth spending.
Some people on the Internet will say that Bianca's stainless steel plate gold is not as thick as a "tank" as La Marzocco or ECM.. I agree with this, but after half a year, I realized that this is not cutting corners, but a "wisdom trade-off." Lelit puts all the costs on the core parts that really affect the flavor in your cup: an incredibly quiet rotary pump, a stable dual boiler, a precise PID temperature control, and the finishing touch of the flow control lever . For home users, it is not really meaningful to stay in the kitchen quietly and pursue tank-like armor. However, every time the rotation pump brings tranquility and stability of the dual boiler are a real enjoyment.
Not to mention the warm walnut (or new maple) accessories (both configurable on the Lelit Mara X and Lelit Bianca), each touch from the handle, knob to the lever, is a bit more warm than the cold metal. 。
Answer the most asked questions
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It takes 25 minutes to warm up?
One socket is solved. E61 The preheating time of the brewing head is an old topic. Its huge metal block is an advantage and a "disadvantage" and takes enough time to achieve thermal stability, about 20-25 minutes. But seriously, in 2025, is this still a problem? I only used a smart socket worth a few hundred yuan, and set it to automatically turn on 20 minutes before getting up every day. When I walked to the kitchen sleepily, Bianca was ready to greet me in the most perfect state. Linea Micra’s 5-minute quick warm-up is really great, but this little trick makes Bianca’s warm-up time almost ignored in daily use. -
Movable water tank, kitchen space master.
This is definitely Bianca's most "god" design, no. that
The 2.5L water tank can be hung on the left, right, or back of the fuselage as you like. If you have a hanging cabinet on the countertop of your kitchen, this design is simply a savior. In contrast, the water tank fixed behind the fuselage seems a bit troublesome when adding water. Moreover, the external water tank can prevent water from being heated by the boiler, ensuring the stability of the water source. 。 -
Strong and safe steam.
If you love drinking lattes, Bianca’s steam system will make you very satisfied. The steam is dry and strong, and the milk foam is fast and dense, which is completely a manifestation of the business grade. . Moreover, the "anti-scalding" design allows you to avoid getting scalded in a hurry. The original factory also thoughtfully attached two kinds of steam heads, so new and experienced people can find the most convenient tool.。
The Art of Lelit Bianca V3 Extraction: From "Stable Output" to "Create Flavor"
Having a Bianca V3 is like getting an entry ticket to the world of flavor, because in addition to daily extraction, it also has two features, "programming and Flow Control". Let's start with the dual boiler for stable extraction.
Stability cornerstone: dual boiler and PID temperature control
Dual boilers are synonymous with professionalism. One boiler is responsible for extraction, the other is responsible for steam production, both of which do not interfere with each other.. This means that you can extract and concentrate while frothing milk, which is efficient and extremely stable. You no longer need to "release water and cool down" like a heat exchange (HX) machine to guess the water temperature. You will experience the baristas in coffee shops while extracting and frothing milk.
The LCC digital screen on the front of the fuselage is your control center. You can accurately set the brewing temperature, steam temperature, pre-soaking time, etc. here. Although the key operation looks a bit retro, it is very reliable and the function is straightforward. 。
Where is the soul: that magical "flow control lever"
Okay, let’s talk about the soul of this machine—that wooden lever. The so-called "Flow Control" means that you can manually control the size of the water, just like turning a faucet. . This lever has completely changed the way coffee is extracted and it is also its greatest pleasure.
What's the use of this?
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More even pre-soaking, reducing extraction failures: When you first start the extraction, you can push the lever a little bit and soak the entire coffee powder with a very gentle flow of water. The advantage of this is that it can greatly reduce the probability of "channel effect" (that is, the uneven extraction caused by water flowing) and make the flavor of the whole cup of coffee fuller and more complete.
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Rescue mistakes and make you more bold in trying： I think everyone who plays coffee has encountered this situation: "It's so miserable, it's too thick today!" Seeing the coffee flowing rapidly, a perfect cup of concentrated food is about to ruin. On a normal machine, you can only pour it out and start over. But on Bianca, you just need to calmly turn the lever back a little, limit the flow of water and stretch it for a long time, and you will "rescue" a cup of delicious concentrated food. This makes you feel much more relaxed when trying new beans and adjusting the grinding level, and you don’t waste beans that much.
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Unlock flavors and create your own recipe：
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Light roasted beans： Want to tame the bright acidity of light roasted beans and highlight the fragrance of flowers and fruits? Try "Long-term low flow pre-soak". Pre-soak with a small water flow for 15-20 seconds. After seeing the first drop of coffee, then fully boiled water flow to 9 bar. Finally, slowly turn off the small water flow at the end of the extraction stage and finish gently. 。
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Medium-deep roasted beans： Want a classic, syrup-rich cup of taste? It can imitate the pressure curve of the puller machine, start from high pressure, and slowly reduce the pressure during the extraction process, which can effectively reduce bitterness and increase the sweetness.
The most amazing thing is that the "programmable low traffic mode" added by Bianca V3 allows this "manual player" machine to become "one-click to handle". You can set up a complete extraction process in the LCC, such as "low flow pre-soak for 5 seconds, then fully open for 20 seconds, and finally low flow for 10 seconds"1. After setting, you just need to pull the lever like operating an ordinary machine, and it will automatically help you run the entire process.
This means that Bianca V3 can be seamlessly switched in two characters: it is your creative tool when you want to play, and it can provide a perfect, replicable coffee when you are in a hurry in the morning or when you have friends visit.. This function makes it even surpass the simplicity of its convenience La Marzocco Linea Micra。
Opponent comparison: Why is Lelit Bianca V3 the "sweet spot"?
Lelit Bianca V3 vs. Lelit Mara X: The leap from "smart" to "all-round"
The Lelit Mara X is a very good machine that uses innovative ways to solve the temperature control problem of traditional heat exchangers. It is very smart.. But when upgrading from Mara X to Bianca V3, you get a complete "dimension upgrade".
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Different heart： Double boiler duel heat exchange. Bianca's temperature control is truly precise "control", while Mara X is a three-stage temperature "setting". You no longer have to guess the water temperature, but just tell the machine how many degrees you want。
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Different motivations： Rotary pump duel vibrating pump. Not only is Bianca's rotary pump quieter, but more importantly, it provides instant, stable pressure response for flow control. Playing flow control on the vibrating pump will cause the reaction to be half a beat slower, and the effect will be greatly reduced。
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Durability： Based on our experience and feedback from many users, the overall structure of Bianca is more stable and has higher reliability for long-term use. However, the QCs of these two parts are actually very good, so don’t worry too much。
The spread from Mara X to Bianca is an investment in a stronger, less compromised system. It removes all performance ceilings and is the ultimate platform you will never feel like "not enough to play" 。
Lelit Bianca V3 vs. La Marzocco Linea Micra: Craftsman's Tools vs. Exquisite Appliances
Okay, let’s get to the highlight. Linea Micra is a fantasy product with impeccable brand halo and workmanship, and a lightning-fast preheating speed. It can give you a very good concentrate in the simplest way.
But if you are a coffee lover who enjoys the "process", the Bianca V3 offers more persuasive value on several key points.
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Features/Levels |
Lelit Bianca V3 |
La Marzocco Linea Micra |
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Core Philosophy |
Craftsmen's playground: Give you complete control and enjoy endless experimentation 。 |
Efficient and boutique home appliances: Pursuing speed, simplicity and brand halo, giving you stable and consistent results 。 |
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Extraction control |
Manual flow control lever + Programmable mode. You can draw any pressure curve you want 。 |
Only on/off. Although there is pre-soaking, it cannot be adjusted manually in the process. 。 |
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Daily practicality |
Excellent. Enough cup space, easy to fit into mug or takeaway cup. Unique movable water tank perfectly adapts to all kinds of kitchen spaces 。 |
Cruel. The space for cup height is very limited, so it is difficult to put a scale and then the cup. The steam rod is also short, making it difficult to froth。 |
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Value Proposition |
Great value. You bought all the top features such as flow control, rotary pump, dual boiler, PID, etc. for less money, and a bunch of high-quality accessories。 |
luxurious. You pay high prices for branding, workmanship and simplicity, but sacrifice many advanced features。 |
Brand new look: silver, black and white appear
By the way, in addition to the classic walnut version, Bianca V3 has also launched matte black, matte white and new silver powder painted versions, paired with refreshing maple accessories. This allows you to make more personalized choices based on your kitchen style. Moreover, the surface of powder paint is easier to handle than traditional polished stainless steel 。
Final conclusion: Why is Bianca V3 your real "terminal site"
After spending time together, I can say with certainty that the Lelit Bianca V3 is a machine that can grow with you.
When you are still a newbie, you can use the simplest mode to make a good cup of coffee steadily. When you start to have more curiosity about the flavor, flow control is there waiting for you to explore. It won't make you feel bored soon, or feel "not enough features, it's time to upgrade"。
What's more important is its reliability. Based on our sales data and extensive community feedback, under normal use, Lelit Bianca can be used stably for more than three to five years. It uses many industry-standard parts, which means that future maintenance is relatively easy. Of course, let’s just say with insurance that everyone’s situation is different. Try not to be too rough when using it, it will have a better service life!
This is back to us Coffee Stage The original intention. We insist on selling onlyOriginal licensed goods, because this represents a commitment to quality andComplete one-year original factory maintenance. When you buy the Bianca V3 from us, you get not a cold package, but a partner. Whether it is a question of use or a exploration of flavor, we will be here to accompany you through this wonderful coffee journey with our professionalism and enthusiasm.
To sum up, Lelit Bianca V3 achieves an unrivalled perfect balance between performance, control, functionality and value. It goes beyond the Mara X and also offers more possibilities and fun than Linea Micra.
If you are looking for a coffee machine that you can buy, master, and love for many years, then don't hesitate. Lelit Bianca V3 is the final answer.
About the espresso machine：
Lelit Bianca V3 : https://mycoffeestage.com/products/lelit-bianca-v3-pl162t-eu-v3-espresso-coffee-machine
Lelit Mara X V2 : https://mycoffeestage.com/products/lelit-marax-v2-pl62x
La Marzocco｜Linea Micra W/WIFI espresso machine : https://mycoffeestage.com/products/la-marzocco-linea-micra-w-wifi-%E6%BF%83%E7%B8%AE%E5%92%96%E5%95%A1%E6%A9%9F
