Lelit Mara X vs Gaggia Classic GT
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Quick take: The Gaggia Classic GT costs $1 less; the Gaggia Classic GT heats up faster (5 minutes).
| Spec | Lelit Mara X | Gaggia Classic GT |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,700 | $1,699 |
| Rating | 4.6★ (1,400) | 4.7★ (45) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Heat Exchanger | Dual Boiler |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 9 bar | 9 bar |
| Water capacity | 84 oz | 68 oz |
| Warm-up time | 15 minutes | 5 minutes |
| Steam wand | Commercial Manual | Commercial Manual |
| Basket type | Unpressurized Only | Unpressurized |
| Best for | Enthusiasts | Enthusiasts |
| Dimensions | 9.4 x 16.1 x 14.6 in | 10.4 x 16.1 x 16.6 in |
| Weight | 44 lbs | 38.9 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Lelit Mara X
- ✓Eliminates HX temperature surfing
- ✓Compact for an E61 machine
- ✓Great steam power
- ✓Good value for E61 HX
- ✗Single boiler capacity limits back-to-back drinks
- ✗E61 warm-up time
- ✗No flow control without mod
- ✗1 year warranty
Gaggia Classic GT
- ✓Brew and steam simultaneously with 1-degree brew temperature adjustment
- ✓Automated 3g/second low-flow pre-infusion with bloom step is rare under $2,000
- ✓Volumetric programming plus three shot presets for repeatable workflow
- ✓Heats to brew-ready in about 5 minutes - fast for a dual boiler
- ✗Big price jump from the $549 Classic Pro E24
- ✗Nearly 39 lbs and a 16-inch-deep footprint
- ✗Brand new platform with little long-term reliability data
- ✗No flow control paddle at a price where Lelit Bianca competes