The Lelit Mara X3 is the perfect machine for those looking to get their first prosumer model, or coffee snobs who can’t afford to drip a full $3K on a Lelit Bianca. With gorgeous, eye-catching design and consistently perfect espresso brewing, this is one of the best machines I’ve ever tested. Although the steam wand took me a little time to master, nothing good ever comes easy, and that practice was so worth it.

Pros

+Cool-touch steam wand

+Delicious espresso with thick crema

+Surprisingly easy to use