Lelit Bianca V3 – dual boiler with E61 brew group and flow control
You turn the wooden paddle, and the pressure on the gauge slowly rises – drop by drop, entirely by feel. That's exactly what defines the Bianca: you set the pace of the extraction, not the machine.
The Lelit Bianca V3 is a dual boiler with an E61 brew group and a mechanical paddle for full flow control – in chrome, black, and white. It's not just technology: with its wood, the paddle, and its presence, it's a statement on the counter. And it invites you to take extraction into your own hands.
The paddle – flow and pressure by hand
The paddle on the brew group lets you regulate the water flow in every phase of the extraction. Turn it up, and the pressure rises to the maximum; pull it back, and you start gently with a long pre-infusion. The brew group gauge shows you the actual pressure in real time.
Flow control here isn't a switch for the perfect shot, but a learning process to play with: you work with flow, pressure, and time and find out what tastes good to you. We extract by weight ratio – 1:2 as a starting point, so around 18 g of coffee to 36 g of espresso – and adjust from there. There's no right and no wrong; the coffee just has to taste good to you.
Dual boiler and E61 brew group
Two separate stainless steel boilers – one with 1.5 litres for steam and hot water, one with 0.8 litres for brew water – ensure a stable temperature and let you pull a shot and steam milk at the same time. The thermosiphon-driven E61 brew group (Lelit L58E) keeps the heat constant and is the classic choice for a balanced espresso.
Starting from cold, the Bianca is up to temperature after around 20 to 25 minutes – the E61 group needs this time so that everything warms through evenly.
LCC and Low Flow – make what you like repeatable
Through the Lelit Control Center (LCC) with its OLED display, you set brew and steam temperature, pre-infusion, and standby times, read out temperatures and a shot counter, and switch off the steam boiler separately when needed. Add to that four electronic brew programs: Full Flow with consistently full pressure, Low Flow with reduced pressure at the start and end, and both again with pre-infusion. That way you can make a profile you like repeatable – with or without the paddle.
At a glance
| Type |
Dual boiler, two separate stainless steel boilers |
| Brew group |
E61 type (Lelit L58E), thermosiphon, with flow control paddle |
| Steam boiler |
1.5 L (stainless steel AISI 316L) |
| Brew boiler |
0.8 L (stainless steel AISI 316L) |
| Temperature control |
PID via Lelit Control Center (LCC), OLED display |
| Pre-infusion |
programmable |
| Low Flow |
four electronic programs |
| Portafilter |
58 mm |
| Water supply |
2.5 L tank (can be placed on three sides) or direct plumb-in |
| Material |
Stainless steel AISI 304; wood details (chrome: walnut, black/white: maple) |
| Wands |
Cool-touch, multidirectional (steam and hot water) |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) |
29 × 40 × 39 cm (depth with tank approx. 48.5 cm) |
| Weight |
approx. 27 kg |
| Heat-up time |
around 20–25 minutes |
| Origin |
Made in Italy |
Who the Bianca V3 is made for
For everyone who wants to get hands-on with their espresso – who wants to play with flow, pressure, and time and find their own shot. Just as easily, though, it can simply be push-button-and-go: PID temperature, saved profile, done. Everything is possible, from your first cappuccino to a pour-over-like cup via the paddle. No prior experience is needed – the machine grows with you.
What goes with it
Freshly ground makes all the difference. Among the coffee grinders you will find affordable, precise options like the Varia VS3, while the Varia VS6 or the Weber Workshops EG-1 offer more room to grow.
For clean tamping, WDT, and puck prep, it's worth a look at the Normcore Collection (compact and precise) or the Weber Workshops lineup. To nail your 1:2 ratio, a scale helps – from the Normcore Collection or, with app and flow-rate display, from the Acaia Collection.
Not sure whether a dual boiler or something else is right for you? Our coffee machine comparison can help, and the E61 vs. saturated group deep dive puts the brew groups into context.
Buy the Lelit Bianca V3 – in Bern, Zurich and online
You can order the Lelit Bianca V3 online – across Switzerland and to Liechtenstein. In Switzerland, you can buy the Lelit Bianca V3 through our online shop or directly with us in Zurich and Bern, where you can see it for yourself: Bern at Gerberngasse 44 (map) and Zurich at Hagenholzstrasse 50b (map). Financing is available.
When you buy a machine, a personal introductory course (around 60 minutes, in Bern, Zurich or online) is included – we'll show you extraction, flow control and your espresso ritual. The course is for up to two people from the same household or company attending together and must take place within one month of the machine's delivery – after that, the entitlement expires. Get in touch with us for the course and we'll find a date together.
Frequently asked questions
What does the paddle on the Lelit Bianca V3 do?
With the mechanical paddle on the E61 brew group, you regulate the water flow and thus the pressure during extraction – from a long pre-infusion to full pressure. The gauge shows you the pressure in real time. It's a learning process to play with, 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 brew water) allow you to pull a shot and steam at the same time. Starting from cold, it reaches temperature after around 20 to 25 minutes.
Can I connect the Bianca V3 to the water line?
Yes. You can use the external 2.5-litre tank (it can be placed on three sides) or plumb the machine directly into the water line, including a direct drain.
How do I maintain the Lelit Bianca V3?
Backflush daily without cleaning agent, and roughly every 50 shots with cleaning agent – that takes around 5 minutes. Descale regularly depending on your water hardness; a water filter is included.
Where can I buy or see the Lelit Bianca V3?
Online across Switzerland and to Liechtenstein, or directly in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b). Financing is available.
From the roastery: with the Bianca's flow control, you can get a lot out of many different beans. For a full, chocolatey espresso and milk drinks, we recommend Cozy Chocolate, Nutty Delight, and Very Nutty; if you like it light and fruity, try Wild Peach or Bright Cassis from our coffee beans. Start at 1:2 and dial in with the paddle. That's our recommendation, one of many.
