Lelit Anna PID vs Lelit Victoria

Quick take: The Lelit Anna PID costs $300 less; the Lelit Victoria heats up faster (6 minutes).

SpecLelit Anna PIDLelit Victoria
Standout featuresPID Control, Steam Wand, 57mm Portafilter, Brass BoilerPID Temperature Control, LCC OLED Display, Programmable Pre-Infusion, Automatic Backflush Program, 58mm Portafilter, 3-Way Solenoid Valve
Approx. price~$700~$1,000
TypeSemi-AutomaticSemi-Automatic
BoilerSingle BoilerSingle Boiler
Built-in grinderNoNo
Pump pressure15 bar9 bar
Water capacity84 oz84 oz
Warm-up time8 minutes6 minutes
Steam wandManualCommercial Manual
Basket typePressurized & UnpressurizedUnpressurized Only
Best forBeginnersBeginners
Dimensions9.1 x 14.2 x 13.4 in9 x 10.75 x 15 in
Weight17.6 lbs25 lbs
Warranty1 year1 year

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

Lelit Victoria

  • Ready to brew in about 6 minutes - far faster than E61 machines
  • 58mm portafilter opens up the full range of standard accessories
  • Programmable pre-infusion and auto-backflush are rare under $1,000
  • Slim 9-inch width fits apartment counters
  • Single boiler means waiting between brewing and steaming
  • Small 0.3L boiler limits steam power for back-to-back milk drinks
  • Only 1 year warranty
  • No shot timer built into the display

What owners say

Lelit Anna PID

The Lelit Anna PID is an entry-level single-boiler machine with a notable feature for its price: built-in PID temperature control. It uses a small brass boiler, a commercial-style 58mm portafilter, and a steam wand, offering a step into 58mm prosumer-format espresso with precise temperature without the cost of an HX or dual boiler. Full owner insights →

Lelit Anna PID vs Lelit Victoria: common questions

Which is cheaper, the Lelit Anna PID or the Lelit Victoria?

The Lelit Anna PID is the cheaper of the two at roughly $700, about $300 less than the Lelit Victoria at ~$1,000. Both figures are approximate list prices and street prices move with sales.

Which heats up faster, the Lelit Anna PID or the Lelit Victoria?

The Lelit Victoria is ready sooner — 6 minutes against 8 minutes for the Lelit Anna PID. That gap matters most on weekday mornings; if you pull shots at a relaxed pace it makes little practical difference.