Coffee machine comparison

Editorially reviewed 2026-08-01. Objective fields are tied to the source record for each machine.

Lelit Mara X espresso machine in stainless steel, viewed from the front-left angle

Lelit

MaraX PL62X

Semi-automatic espresso machine

Introduced 2020

Current black Profitec GO espresso machine on a white background

Profitec

GO

Semi-automatic espresso machine

Introduced 2026

At a glance

Essential specifications

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Machine category

Lelit Mara X
semi-automatic
Profitec GO
semi-automatic

Product lifecycle

Lelit Mara X
current
Profitec GO
current

Built-in grinder

Lelit Mara X
No
Profitec GO
No

Adjustable brew temperature

Lelit Mara X
Yes
Profitec GO
Yes

Brew and steam together

Different
Lelit Mara X
Yes
Profitec GO
No

Manufacturer-stated heat-up

Different
Lelit Mara X
24 min
Profitec GO
7 min

Width

Different
Lelit Mara X
225 mm
Profitec GO
210 mm

Depth

Different
Lelit Mara X
520 mm
Profitec GO
362 mm
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Lelit Mara X

Profitec GO

Identity and design

Manufacturer

Lelit Mara X
Lelit
Profitec GO
Profitec

Model number

Lelit Mara X
PL62X
Profitec GO
CM500014

Introduced

Different
Lelit Mara X
2020
Profitec GO
2026

Housing material

Different
Lelit Mara X
Brushed stainless steel
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Colour options

Different
Lelit Mara X
Brushed stainless steel, Black, White
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Milk system

Different
Lelit Mara X
Anti-burn multidirectional manual steam wand
Profitec GO
Manual steam wand

Controls

Different
Lelit Mara X
Brew lever, rotary valves, and temperature/mode buttons
Profitec GO
Illuminated buttons, rotary steam control, and OLED display

App connectivity

Lelit Mara X
No
Profitec GO
No

User profiles

Lelit Mara X
0
Profitec GO
0

Portafilter diameter

Lelit Mara X
58 mm
Profitec GO
58 mm

Tamping

Lelit Mara X
Manual
Profitec GO
Manual

Removable water tank

Lelit Mara X
Yes
Profitec GO
Yes

Grinder type

Lelit Mara X
Not applicable
Profitec GO
Not applicable

Grinder settings

Lelit Mara X
Not applicable
Profitec GO
Not applicable

Bean-hopper capacity

Lelit Mara X
Not applicable
Profitec GO
Not applicable

Automatic drink presets

Different
Lelit Mara X
None - manual preparation
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Pre-infusion

Lelit Mara X
Yes
Profitec GO
Yes

Selectable milk-temperature setting

Different
Lelit Mara X
No
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Two-cup brewing

Different
Lelit Mara X
Yes
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Hot-water outlet

Lelit Mara X
Yes
Profitec GO
Yes

Manual hot-milk preparation

Different
Lelit Mara X
Yes
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Milk frothing without brewing

Different
Lelit Mara X
Yes
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Water-filter support

Different
Lelit Mara X
35 L in-tank water-softener filter included
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Boiler type

Different
Lelit Mara X
heat-exchanger
Profitec GO
single-boiler

Boiler material

Different
Lelit Mara X
AISI316L stainless steel
Profitec GO
Brass

Number of boilers

Lelit Mara X
1
Profitec GO
1

Boiler capacity

Different
Lelit Mara X
1.8 L
Profitec GO
0.3 L

Water-tank capacity

Different
Lelit Mara X
2.5 L
Profitec GO
2.8 L

Pump type

Different
Lelit Mara X
Not confirmed
Profitec GO
vibration

Published pump pressure

Lelit Mara X
Not confirmed
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Group

Different
Lelit Mara X
L58E with mechanical pre-infusion
Profitec GO
Ring brew group

Pressure gauge

Lelit Mara X
Yes
Profitec GO
Yes

PID

Different
Lelit Mara X
Not confirmed
Profitec GO
Yes

Hard-plumb capable

Lelit Mara X
Not confirmed
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Height

Different
Lelit Mara X
355 mm
Profitec GO
381 mm

Weight

Different
Lelit Mara X
18.5 kg
Profitec GO
12.9 kg

Maximum cup height

Lelit Mara X
Not confirmed
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Confirmed voltage

Different
Lelit Mara X
120V-60Hz
Profitec GO
115V-60Hz

Power

Different
Lelit Mara X
1250 W
Profitec GO
900 W

Warranty

Lelit Mara X
Not confirmed
Profitec GO
Not confirmed

Included accessories

Different
Lelit Mara X
Two-way portafilter, Three IMS filter baskets, Blind filter, Stainless-steel tamper, Coffee scoop, Cup rack, 35-litre water-softener filter, Initial cleaning kit, Nylon-bristle brush
Profitec GO
Not confirmed
The short versionKey differences

  1. Heating: Mara X uses a 1.8-litre heat exchanger and can brew and steam together; GO uses a 0.3-litre single boiler and cannot.

  2. Readiness: Lelit states 24 minutes to thermal equilibrium; Profitec states approximately seven minutes.

  3. Counter fit: GO is 15 mm narrower and 158 mm shallower; Mara X is 26 mm shorter.

  4. Water and weight: GO has a 2.8-litre tank and weighs 12.9 kg; Mara X has a 2.5-litre tank and weighs 18.5 kg.

Editorial take

Quick verdict

Both provide temperature-controlled 58 mm espresso but prioritize different routines. Profitec GO is a compact single boiler with a short stated warm-up; Mara X is a deeper heat exchanger that can brew and steam together using extraction ranges and priority modes.

Lelit Mara X

  • Choose Mara X when simultaneous brewing and steaming and an E61-style lever workflow matter most.
  • Its 1.8-litre heat-exchanger boiler and priority modes suit a more milk-capable routine.
  • The 520 mm published depth and 24-minute stated thermal-equilibrium time demand more space and planning.

Profitec GO

  • Choose GO when espresso is the priority and compact depth, lower weight, and faster readiness matter most.
  • Its PID, pressure gauge, shot timing, and selectable pre-infusion provide direct feedback in a smaller body.
  • The single boiler must change temperature before steaming and cannot perform both jobs together.
Our recommendation

Final verdict

Choose the Profitec GO for an espresso-first routine where quick readiness and compact depth are more valuable than simultaneous steaming. Choose the Lelit Mara X when regular milk drinks, lever operation, and heat-exchanger capacity justify the deeper body and longer warm-up. The best choice depends on drink sequence, not on treating one heating system as universally superior.

This recommendation is an editorial assessment of verified specifications and cited third-party experiences. We have not personally tested these machines.

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