Lelit
Mara X
Mara X cracked the HX thermal stability problem
4.7
By Sarah Whitfield
- Category
- Espresso Machines
- Brand
- Lelit
- Price
- $1699.95
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5
The Mara X is famous for a reason. Lelit uses software to compensate for the classic HX temperature-drift problem, and the result is a compact E61 machine that behaves like a much bigger, more expensive one. It is not truly a dual-boiler, but it is close enough that most people will never notice the difference. At under $1,700 it is the single best value in E61 espresso.
What we liked and didn't
Pros
- Software-corrected HX stability
- Compact E61 footprint
- Excellent value proposition
Cons
- Steam power is adequate, not commanding
- Reservoir only, no plumb option
