Lelit Bianca V3 vs Rocket Mozzafiato FAST V
Quick take: The Rocket Mozzafiato FAST V costs $50 less; the Rocket Mozzafiato FAST V heats up faster (15 minutes).
| Spec | Lelit Bianca V3 | Rocket Mozzafiato FAST V |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,800 | $2,750 |
| Rating | 4.8★ (1,100) | 4.8★ (30) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Dual Boiler | Heat Exchanger |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 9 bar | 9 bar |
| Water capacity | Plumbable + 84 oz tank | 84 oz |
| Warm-up time | 20 minutes | 15 minutes |
| Steam wand | Commercial Manual | Commercial Manual |
| Basket type | Unpressurized Only | Unpressurized Only |
| Best for | Purists | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 11.4 x 16.9 x 15 in | 12.4 x 18 x 16.1 in |
| Weight | 55 lbs | 60 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years |
Pros & cons
Lelit Bianca V3
- ✓Flow control opens up pressure profiling
- ✓Dual boiler with E61 group head
- ✓Plumbable option
- ✓Beautiful walnut accents
- ✗Expensive
- ✗Very heavy
- ✗Long warm-up time
- ✗Flow control has steep learning curve
Rocket Mozzafiato FAST V
- ✓Actively heated group nearly halves typical E61 warm-up time
- ✓PID display doubles as a shot timer - rare on classic Rocket HX machines
- ✓Simultaneous brew and steam with adjustable 244-253F range
- ✓At 12.4 inches wide it is Rocket's slimmest heat exchanger
- ✗$400-plus premium over the Appartamento TCA
- ✗Vibratory pump only - rotary requires the pricier FAST R
- ✗Brand-new platform with a short track record
- ✗Heavy at roughly 60 lbs