Lelit Kate Espresso Machine with Built-In Grinder: Price, Specs and Position
Lelit lists this semi machine at $1,300 — below
the $2,145 dataset median, and -27% versus the semi median.
Verdict
At $1,300 it sits in the middle quartile of the semi category. It publishes 2 of the four
fields we track.
Specifications
| Field | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Type | semi | retailer product type |
| Price | $1,300 | retailer feed |
| Portafilter | 58 mm | spec section |
| Boiler volume | 0.30 L | spec section |
| Boiler type | not published | — |
| Wattage | not published | — |
Where it sits in its category
The semi group runs from $100 to $23,265 with a median of $1,793. This machine is
-27% from that median, in the middle quartile.
Similar machines by price
| Model | Brand | Price | vs this |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeLonghi La Specialista Maestro EC9885M Espres | DeLonghi | $1,300 | +0% |
| DeLonghi La Specialista Maestro with Cold Brew | DeLonghi | $1,300 | +0% |
| Olympia Mina | Olympia | $1,300 | +0% |
| Profitec GO 2.0 Espresso Machine | Profitec | $1,299 | -0% |
| Pathfinder Heat Exchanger Espresso Machine | Quick Mill | $1,299 | -0% |
Same-brand alternatives
| Model | Price | vs this |
|---|---|---|
| Lelit Kate PL82T Coffee Machine | $1,299 | -0% |
| Lelit Victoria 3 Pagaia | $1,333 | +3% |
| Lelit Victoria PL91T Coffee Machine | $1,169 | -10% |
Spec disclosure in this category
Across 562 semi machines the average listing publishes 0.6 of four tracked fields; this one
publishes 2.
What to check before buying
- Boiler type from the manufacturer. Retailer summaries mislabel heat exchangers as dual boilers.
- Pump and gasket part numbers. If the dealer cannot supply them, the machine is disposable.
- Portafilter size. Outside 58 mm the accessory market thins out quickly.
FAQ
Is the Lelit Kate Espresso Machine with Built-I good value?
Against the semi median of $1,793 it is -27%. Value depends more on boiler class
and parts support than on the sticker.
Which specs are missing?
Missing: Boiler type, Wattage. They are left blank rather than estimated.
What should I compare it against?
Other semi machines within ±15% of the price — the table above is that set.