Lelit Anna PID vs De'Longhi La Specialista Opera
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Quick take: The Lelit Anna PID costs $33 less; the De'Longhi La Specialista Opera has a built-in grinder; the De'Longhi La Specialista Opera heats up faster (20 seconds).
| Spec | Lelit Anna PID | De'Longhi La Specialista Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $600 | $633 |
| Rating | 4.3★ (1,800) | 4.1★ (366) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Single Boiler | Thermoblock |
| Built-in grinder | No | Yes |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 19 bar |
| Water capacity | 84 oz | 67.6 oz |
| Warm-up time | 8 minutes | 20 seconds |
| Steam wand | Manual | Manual |
| Basket type | Pressurized & Unpressurized | Pressurized & Unpressurized |
| Best for | Beginners | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 9.1 x 14.2 x 13.4 in | 15.0 x 14.6 x 17.5 in |
| Weight | 17.6 lbs | 28.1 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
Pros & cons
Lelit Anna PID
- ✓PID included at this price point
- ✓Compact and lightweight
- ✓Large water tank for its size
- ✓Good stepping stone machine
- ✗57mm portafilter (non-standard)
- ✗Single boiler workflow
- ✗Basic steam wand
- ✗Less modding community than Gaggia
De'Longhi La Specialista Opera
- ✓Smart tamping lever gives mess-free, consistent 20kg tamps
- ✓Dual heating cuts the wait between espresso and steaming
- ✓Large 67.6 oz tank suits multi-drink households
- ✓Ships with both pressurized and single-wall baskets
- ✗Rated 4.1 - some owners report quality-control hiccups
- ✗Bulkier and heavier than the Arte Evo it sits above
- ✗Tamping inside the station hides puck prep from view
- ✗No touchscreen guidance despite the premium over Arte Evo