Lelit Bianca V3 vs Rocket R58
Quick take: The Lelit Bianca V3 costs $100 less.
| Spec | Lelit Bianca V3 | Rocket R58 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,800 | $2,900 |
| Rating | 4.8★ (1,100) | 4.7★ (260) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Dual Boiler | Dual Boiler |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 9 bar | 9 bar |
| Water capacity | Plumbable + 84 oz tank | 100 oz |
| Warm-up time | 20 minutes | 20 minutes |
| Steam wand | Commercial Manual | Manual |
| Basket type | Unpressurized Only | Unpressurized |
| Best for | Purists | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 11.4 x 16.9 x 15 in | 11.2 x 16.7 x 16.1 in |
| Weight | 55 lbs | 60 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 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 R58
- ✓Quiet rotary pump
- ✓Direct plumb option
- ✓Beautiful polished finish
- ✓Excellent steam power
- ✓Long-term reliability
- ✗Expensive
- ✗Heavy and tall
- ✗Vibratory pump on cheaper models is louder
- ✗No flow control standard