Lelit Bianca V3
PL162T dual-boiler espresso machine
Editorial review Reviewed 21 October 2026 How we assess products
The Bianca V3 suits someone who wants to influence how water reaches the coffee puck, not just press a preset shot button. Its paddle controls flow, with a group gauge helping you watch the resulting pressure. Dual boilers and a rotary pump provide the foundation for deliberate espresso experiments and strong manual steaming. The polished stainless-steel body and wooden controls also make it a substantial permanent feature in the kitchen.
Key facts
Use these figures as a starting point. If a specification is critical to your choice, confirm it on the retailer or manufacturer page before buying.
- Water Tank
- 2.5L
- Milk
- Manual wand
- Controls
- Manual controls
- Type
- Prosumer
Strengths
- Dual boilers and rotary pump
- Manual flow-control paddle and group pressure gauge
- 58mm E61 group and manual steam wand
- 2.5L tank; polished stainless steel with wooden controls
- Flow control supports detailed recipe experimentation
- Brewing and steaming can run together
- Strong manual steaming suits repeated milk drinks
Limitations
- High machine price plus a serious grinder budget
- Longer warm-up than compact thermoblock machines
- Heavy body and complex setup suit a permanent enthusiast station
- Sage Dual Boiler is cheaper and simpler for everyday milk rounds. Check the exact UK V3 and polished finish.
- Allow roughly 25 minutes for thorough group and portafilter warm-up; the machine weighs about 26.5kg