At Storm Coffee Supplies, we offer four compact “prosumer” traditional espresso machines machines from Lelit, aimed at home users: the Anna, Anita, Victoria and Kate. The Anna and Anita are the entry-level models, while the Victoria and Kate sit in a higher price tier with more advanced controls. All four are Italian-made single-boiler machines, but they differ in boiler size, group head type, controls and whether they include a built-in grinder.
Entry-level models: Anna and Anita
The Anna is Lelit’s most basic espresso machine. It uses the smaller 57 mm group head and has a 250 ml brass boiler with a 2.7 L water tank. Compact and simple, it is controlled with analogue toggles and a pressure gauge. A version with PID temperature control is available for those who want finer adjustments.
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Pros: Affordable, compact, simple to use.
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Cons: No grinder, small boiler, basic feature set.
The Anita is similar but adds a built-in grinder. It has the same 250 ml boiler and 2.7 L tank, but with 38 mm conical burrs integrated into the body. This saves space on the counter and gives you grinding on demand.
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Pros: Built-in grinder, convenient, still fairly compact.
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Cons: Larger footprint than Anna, smaller bean hopper, less flexibility than using a separate grinder.
Entry-level takeaway: Choose the Anna if you already own a grinder and want the most compact option. Pick the Anita if you prefer the convenience of an all-in-one unit.
Prosumer models: Victoria and Kate
The Victoria is a step up, using the larger 58 mm commercial-style group head and a 300 ml boiler for better temperature stability and stronger steam power. It introduces Lelit’s electronic control system (LCC) with an OLED display, allowing programmable pre-infusion, shot timers and temperature adjustments.
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Pros: Professional-grade performance, digital controls, compact for its class.
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Cons: Requires a separate grinder, higher price.
The Kate is like the Victoria with a built-in grinder. It combines the 58 mm group, 300 ml boiler and full digital controls with an integrated burr grinder. This makes it the most feature-rich machine in the line-up, though also the largest and most expensive.
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Pros: All-in-one design, fully programmable, excellent steam and shot control.
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Cons: Biggest footprint, heaviest, highest cost, grinder is fixed rather than upgradeable.
Prosumer takeaway: Go for the Victoria if you want precision control and already have a good grinder. Choose the Kate if you want a powerful all-in-one setup and are willing to invest more.
Quick Comparison
| Model | Boiler | Group | Grinder | Controls |
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| Anna | 250 ml | 57 mm | No | Manual / PID |
| Anita | 250 ml | 57 mm | Yes | Manual / PID |
| Victoria | 300 ml | 58 mm | No | Digital (LCC) |
| Kate | 300 ml | 58 mm | Yes | Digital (LCC) |
Final Thoughts
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Anna – Best for beginners with a separate grinder.
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Anita – Great if you want grinding built-in at entry level.
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Victoria – Ideal for intermediate home baristas who want more control and performance.
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Kate – The ultimate all-in-one, but larger and pricier.
Whichever you choose, all four machines deliver Italian quality and reliable performance for the home barista.
Check out our full range here.