Lelit Anita Espresso Machine with Built-In Grinder

Lalit Anita

Owned and used for one week. It’s all chrome steel cover is attractive and easily cleaned. The controls are well placed, ergonomically easy to deal with except for the power switch which is on the back of the machine out of sight, and has a power on off light that can’t be seen. The stepless grinder seems to work very well and gives precise, consistent grind changes that facilitate dialing in. Once set up the machine gives consistent shots that are excellent. The time from turn on to ready to brew is 8-10 minutes. Frothing with the single hole wand is easily done and quite effective having plenty of power to make two cappuccini with a nice ample microfoam. It takes a few minutes for the boiler to warm up to making steam after the coffee’s brewed. The PID on the front control panel keeps one well informed as to boiler and steam temps and is easily adjusted. The three way solenoid does a nice job of leaving a dry puck soon after the brew is completed. All in all this a nice machine for the price. I bought it as my second “travel machine” for when my large family (18) of coffee lovers vacations together . The machine size, features and grinder combo made it attractive. So far it functions like a winner.

Enjoying the experience

I chose Lelit as my first espresso maker for home use. I did research and chose this model because of features like all-in-one, PID, manometer, burr grinder, and beautiful stainless look. Price was also a consideration and the Anita model had a sale. I'm getting to know my new machine and really enjoying the experience.