For the enthusiast who wants to master their extraction
The LELIT MaraX3 is a prosumer heat exchanger espresso machine, designed for the home barista who wants to control the extraction profile without investing in a dual boiler machine. Its Pagaia lever transforms every cup into an active endeavor.
What sets it apart
The Pagaia system, patented by LELIT, is an electronic flow control system operated by an ergonomic lever. You modulate the flow in real time during extraction — gentle pre-infusion, progressive pressure build-up, slowed-down finish — to adapt each coffee to your grind and roast.
The L58E brew group, proprietary to LELIT, accepts 58 mm accessories and offers remarkable thermal stability thanks to the Dual Probe system: two probes read the temperature in parallel for a more precise adjustment than a single-probe PID.
Key Specifications
- AISI316L stainless steel heat exchanger — 1.8 L boiler for abundant and sustained steam.
- L58E brew group, 58 mm size — mechanical pre-infusion, compatible with 58 mm portafilters and baskets.
- Patented Dual Probe PID system with thermosiphon circulation — stable temperature within a degree from one extraction to the next.
- Pagaia flow control with ergonomic lever — adjustable extraction from pre-infusion to the end of the pour.
- 2.5 L reservoir, silent pump, automatic standby mode.
- Xmode coffee / Xmode steam selector — three temperature settings (hot, very hot, boiling).
- Dimensions: 255 W × 535 D × 385 H mm. Weight: 18.3 kg.
Daily Use
The heat exchanger allows you to pull an espresso and texture milk in the same sequence, without waiting for a temperature change. The multi-directional anti-burn steam wand with three holes provides dense and homogeneous milk foam, sufficient for two consecutive cappuccinos.
The details are carefully crafted: backlit stainless steel switch, double pump/steam pressure gauge, grilled cup warmer tray, Zebrano wood finishes on the Pagaia lever, knobs, and tamper.
For Whom
- The home barista who wants to explore extraction profiling without upgrading to a dual boiler machine.
- The demanding enthusiast who prepares 2 to 6 drinks per day, mainly espressos and milk-based drinks.
- Someone who appreciates refined design and noble materials in their kitchen.
Less suitable for
- The user looking for a one-touch machine for a rushed morning — check out our automatic De'Longhi machines.
- High-volume establishments exceeding 50 coffees per day — consult our commercial range.
- The beginner barista who has not yet mastered grind and dose: flow control rewards those who already understand the basics of extraction.
Positioning
In the category of prosumer heat exchanger machines priced from $3,000 to $4,000, the MaraX3 stands out for its integrated electronic flow control — a feature usually reserved for significantly more expensive dual boiler machines.
Included
LELIT58 two-way portafilter with gem-cut smoked oak handle and Coffee Slide spout, LELIT58 filters (1 dose 9-11g, 2 doses 14-18g, 2 doses 18-21g, blind filter) in collaboration with IMS, matching LELIT58 tamper, cup holder, 70 L water softener filter, first cleaning kit, nylon bristle brush, L58E group gasket.
Available Colors
Brushed steel, white, and black. All versions share the same technical specifications and Zebrano wood details (Pagaia lever, knobs, handle, two-way portafilter, tamper).
