Lelit Bianca V3 - several colors

Lelit Bianca V3 – Dual Boiler with E61 Group Head and Flow Control

You turn the wooden paddle, and the pressure on the manometer slowly rises – drop by drop, precisely as you feel it. This is exactly what makes the Bianca special: you dictate the pace of the extraction, not the machine.

The Lelit Bianca V3 is a dual boiler with an E61 group head and a mechanical paddle for full flow control – available in chrome, black, and white. It's not just technology: with its wood, the paddle, and its presence, it makes a statement on the counter. And it invites you to take an active role in the extraction process.

The Paddle – Flow and Pressure by Hand

Using the paddle on the group head, you regulate the water flow at every stage of the extraction. Turn it up, and the pressure rises to its maximum; pull it back, and you begin gently with a long pre-infusion. The group head manometer shows you the actual pressure in real-time.

Flow control is not a switch for the perfect shot, but a learning process to play with: you work with flow, pressure, and time to discover what tastes good to you. We extract by weight ratio – 1:2 as a starting point, so about 18g of coffee to 36g of espresso – and adjust from there. There's no right or wrong; the coffee just needs to taste good to you.

Dual Boiler and E61 Group Head

Two separate stainless steel boilers – one with 1.5 liters for steam and hot water, one with 0.8 liters for brewing water – ensure stable temperature and allow simultaneous brewing and frothing. The thermosiphon-controlled E61 group head (Lelit L58E) maintains constant heat and is the classic choice for balanced espresso.

From a cold state, the Bianca reaches temperature in about 20 to 25 minutes – the E61 group needs this time for everything to be evenly heated.

LCC and Low-Flow – Making What You Like Repeatable

Via the Lelit Control Center (LCC) with an OLED display, you set brewing and steam temperatures, pre-infusion, and standby times, read temperatures and a shot counter, and can switch off the steam boiler separately if needed. Additionally, there are four electronic brewing programs: Full Flow with consistently full pressure, Low Flow with reduced pressure at the beginning and end, and both with pre-infusion. This way, you can make a profile you like repeatable – with or without the paddle.

At a Glance

Who the Bianca V3 is Made For

For everyone who wants to get hands-on with espresso – who wants to play with flow, pressure, and time to find their perfect shot. But it can also be simply "press-a-button-and-go": PID temperature, saved profile, done. From the first cappuccino to a pour-over-like cup via the paddle, anything is possible. No prior knowledge is needed – the machine grows with you.

What Goes Well With It

Freshly ground coffee makes all the difference. In our coffee grinders section, you'll find affordable and precise options like the Varia VS3, while the Varia VS6 or the Weber Workshops EG-1 offer more flexibility.

For clean tamping, WDT, and puck prep, it's worth looking at the Normcore Collection (compact and precise) or the Weber Workshops range. To ensure your 1:2 ratio is correct, a scale helps – from the Normcore Collection or, with app and flow display, from the Acaia Collection.

Unsure whether to choose a dual boiler or something else? Our coffee machine comparison will help, and the technical check on E61 and saturated groups classifies the group heads.

Buy Lelit Bianca V3 – in Bern, Zurich and Online

You can order the Lelit Bianca V3 online – throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein, delivered in 2 to 4 working days. Buying the Lelit Bianca V3 in Switzerland is possible in the online shop or directly from us in Zurich and Bern, where you can experience it live: Bern at Gerberngasse 44 (Map) and Zurich at Hagenholzstrasse 50b (Map). Financing is available.

When purchasing a machine, a personal introductory course (approx. 60 minutes, in Bern, Zurich or online) is included – we will show you extraction, flow control and your espresso ritual. We are happy to answer questions by email at office@coffeecoachingclub.ch or by phone during business hours, more information at coffeecoachingclub.ch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the paddle on the Lelit Bianca V3 do?

With the mechanical paddle on the E61 group head, you regulate the water flow and thus the pressure during extraction – from a long pre-infusion to full pressure. The manometer shows you the pressure in real-time. This is a learning process for playing, not an automatic button.

Is the Lelit Bianca V3 a dual boiler and how long does it take to heat up?

Yes. Two separate stainless steel boilers (1.5 L steam, 0.8 L brewing water) allow for simultaneous brewing and steaming. From a cold state, it reaches temperature in about 20 to 25 minutes.

Can I connect the Bianca V3 to the water supply?

Yes. You can use the external 2.5-liter tank (can be placed on three sides) or connect the machine directly to the water supply, including a direct drain.

How do I maintain the Lelit Bianca V3?

Backflush daily without cleaning agents; with cleaning agents about every 50 shots – this takes about 5 minutes. Descale regularly depending on water hardness; a water filter is included.

Where can I buy or see the Lelit Bianca V3?

Online throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein with delivery in 2 to 4 working days, or directly in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b). Financing is available.