Hi all,
I live in the UK and have asked this question in the coffee forum over here, without much of balanced view. Mainly with the Lelit not being very prominent over here, while I see a lot more love for it on Coffee Snobs.
I currently have a Rancilio Silvia that needs replacing and I'm looking for a dual boiler (only). Have narrowed it down to the Lelit PL60PLUST and the Sage/Breville Dual Boiler.
As far as I can tell the follow are the pros of each machine
Lelit PL60PLUST
- smaller form factor, fits better in my kitchen
- full stainless steel body
- double manometer
- can turn off steam Boiler independently
Sage/Breville Dual Boiler
- much more control
- better (?) heating system
- can be purchased on the high street, so makes servicing/repairs easier.
Coming from a Silvia, I don't seem myself tinkering too much once the machine is setup. Just want something that's consistent and hassle free. We do prefer our flat whites (although I tend to straight shots, long blacks also), hence a decent steam would be important. Part of the reason to go DB is also to cater for any entertaining and I may end up pouring a few coffees in a row, and the wait time on a single boiler is a pain.
Anyone got any advise? Any owner of either (or both) happy to share your experiences? At the moment the Breville is only slightly more expensive so it's not even about the money.
Also wondering if it's possible to descale the Lelit at home.
Thanks in advance!
I live in the UK and have asked this question in the coffee forum over here, without much of balanced view. Mainly with the Lelit not being very prominent over here, while I see a lot more love for it on Coffee Snobs.
I currently have a Rancilio Silvia that needs replacing and I'm looking for a dual boiler (only). Have narrowed it down to the Lelit PL60PLUST and the Sage/Breville Dual Boiler.
As far as I can tell the follow are the pros of each machine
Lelit PL60PLUST
- smaller form factor, fits better in my kitchen
- full stainless steel body
- double manometer
- can turn off steam Boiler independently
Sage/Breville Dual Boiler
- much more control
- better (?) heating system
- can be purchased on the high street, so makes servicing/repairs easier.
Coming from a Silvia, I don't seem myself tinkering too much once the machine is setup. Just want something that's consistent and hassle free. We do prefer our flat whites (although I tend to straight shots, long blacks also), hence a decent steam would be important. Part of the reason to go DB is also to cater for any entertaining and I may end up pouring a few coffees in a row, and the wait time on a single boiler is a pain.
Anyone got any advise? Any owner of either (or both) happy to share your experiences? At the moment the Breville is only slightly more expensive so it's not even about the money.
Also wondering if it's possible to descale the Lelit at home.
Thanks in advance!

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