Profitec Pro 300 vs Lelit Elizabeth

Profitec Pro 300 espresso machine

Profitec

Profitec Pro 300

$1,200

4.6★ (900)

vs
Lelit Elizabeth espresso machine

Lelit

Lelit Elizabeth

$1,500

4.7★ (900)

Quick take: The Profitec Pro 300 costs $300 less; the Lelit Elizabeth heats up faster (12 minutes).

SpecProfitec Pro 300Lelit Elizabeth
Price$1,200$1,500
Rating4.6★ (900)4.7★ (900)
TypeSemi-AutomaticSemi-Automatic
BoilerDual BoilerDual Boiler
Built-in grinderNoNo
Pump pressure15 bar9 bar
Water capacity75 oz84 oz
Warm-up time15 minutes12 minutes
Steam wandCommercial ManualCommercial Manual
Basket typeUnpressurized OnlyUnpressurized Only
Best forEnthusiastsEnthusiasts
Dimensions10.2 x 16.1 x 15.4 in10.2 x 15.4 x 14.6 in
Weight44 lbs37 lbs
Warranty2 years1 year

Pros & cons

Profitec Pro 300

  • Dual boiler at a reasonable price
  • PID on both boilers
  • Excellent build quality
  • Compact for dual boiler
  • No built-in grinder
  • Heavy
  • Less well-known brand
  • Basic appearance

Lelit Elizabeth

  • Dual boiler at competitive price
  • Saturated group head for stability
  • Programmable pre-infusion profiles
  • Compact for a dual boiler
  • Not an E61 (some prefer it)
  • 1 year warranty
  • Heavier than single boilers
  • Less aftermarket support than Breville