Compare All Three Espresso Machines
Three machines, three buyers. Use this page to figure out which one suits you.
Every machine we keep in the line-up is genuine, Australian-warranted, and serviced locally from our Brisbane workshop. Where they differ is boiler design, steam capacity, refinement, and price.
Side-by-side specifications
| Spec | Lelit Mara X | Bezzera LUCE PID | Quick Mill Essence PID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sale price | $2,600 (save $399) | $2,950 (save $850) | $5,900 (save $590) |
| RRP | $2,999 | $3,800 | $6,490 |
| Boiler type | Heat exchanger | Heat exchanger | Dual boiler |
| Boiler capacity | 1.8 L copper | 1.5 L | 0.5 L brew + 1.5 L steam |
| Group head | E61 commercial | E61 commercial | E61 commercial |
| PID control | Yes — group + steam | Yes | Yes — twin PID, independent |
| Pump | Vibration | Vibration | Rotary |
| Plumb-in option | No (tank only) | No (tank only) | Yes (kit included) |
| Power | 1400 W | 1250 W | 1900 W |
| Weight | 23 kg | 22 kg | 30 kg |
| Made in | Italy | Italy | Italy |
| Warranty | 24-month AU | 24-month AU | 24-month AU |
Which one is for you?
Pick the Lelit Mara X if…
- You pull 2–4 milk drinks a session and want excellent steam without dual-boiler complexity
- You're stepping up from a Gaggia Classic, Breville, or other entry-level prosumer
- You want the lightest, most compact of the three on the bench (290 × 400mm)
- You want the lowest entry price into proper Italian prosumer espresso
Pick the Bezzera LUCE PID if…
- You want the biggest saving against RRP ($850 off)
- You appreciate traditional Italian build with chrome and brass
- You value heritage — Bezzera has been building espresso since 1901
- You drink milk-based espresso daily but don't need simultaneous brew-and-steam
Pick the Quick Mill Essence PID if…
- You want simultaneous brewing and steaming with independent temperature control
- You're an experienced home barista upgrading from an HX machine
- Two drinkers in the house want espresso and milk drinks at the same time
- You want a machine that can plumb in to mains water now or later
- You're cross-shopping the ECM Synchronika or Profitec Pro 700
Still not sure?
Call us on 1300 551 626 or email sales@coffeemachinespecialist.com.au. We use these machines daily at the workshop, and we'll tell you honestly which one suits your kitchen, your drinks, and your budget — even if it means recommending the cheaper one.
You can also read our in-depth comparison: Lelit Mara X vs Bezzera Luce PID — Honest Comparison