Lelit MARAX3 HX WHT TYPE Q Espresso machine White
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Lelit MARAX3 HX WHT TYPE Q Espresso machine White
MaraX3
Take control. Shape the flow.
A heat exchanger espresso machine with Pagaia – full control over extraction, from the pump to the group.
Pagaia. The flow is in your hand.
LELIT's patented electronic flow control. One wooden lever on the side sets how fast the water runs through the coffee.
- 1Start gently
Keep the flow low at the start, so the water soaks into the coffee calmly and evenly.
- 2Open up
Turn up the flow for the main extraction – as fast or as slow as your coffee likes it.
- 3Taste and adjust
Every bean is different. Shape the flow shot by shot until the cup tastes just right.
The ergonomic lever has a dedicated space for your finger, for a smooth, linear movement.
Every detail, made to be touched
Wood, steel and a new design language – down to the feet.
Pagaia, right at hand
The flow control lever sits on the side of the machine, in the same wood as the knobs. Turn it to set the flow through the coffee while the shot runs.
Gem-shaped knobs
Wooden knobs for steam and hot water, shaped like a cut gem. Smoked oak on brushed steel, Zebrano wood on black and white.
Double manometer
A redesigned gauge shows both pump pressure and steam pressure, so you can follow the shot and the steam at a glance.
The L58E group
A 58 mm group with mechanical pre-infusion. It works with all LELIT58 barista tools, from portafilters to tampers.
Anti-burn wands
Steam and hot water wands that move in every direction and stay safe to touch. The 3-hole nozzle gives more powerful steam for faster milk frothing.
A new drip tray
A redesigned shape with a wire grate makes cleaning quicker. And there's room for a mug under the spout.
Wooden feet
High feet in the same wood as the details. They make the machine more stable, easier to move and the counter easier to clean.
Smart inside
LELIT's patented Dual Probe PID system and thermosiphon circulation keep the heat exchanger in balance.
- Xmode
One button sets the priority: Xmode coffee for brewing, or Xmode steam when you make milk drinks.
- Warm, Hot or Extra Hot
Three brew temperatures, chosen with a single button – to suit your coffee.
- Brew and steam at once
A 1.8 l boiler with an AISI 316L stainless steel heat exchanger. Steam boost helps when you froth milk.
- Stable to ± 1.5 °C
A new 1800 W stainless steel heating element and new firmware keep the temperature steady from shot to shot – with no overheating.
- A new, silent pump
A new pump that keeps your mornings quiet.
- Ready in about 15 minutes
Lights show when the machine is warming up, when it's ready and when the water tank needs filling.
Thoughtful details
Small things you'll notice every day.

New tamper
A pentagon-inspired silhouette, with a wooden handle that matches the machine.

Side ribbon
A polished steel line along the side – the signature of LELIT's new design.

Anti-burn wands
A steam wand with a 3-hole nozzle and a hot water wand for tea, each with its own knob.

Wooden feet
Easy to fit, more stable, and easy to clean under.

New drip tray
A wire grate and a new shape that's quicker to empty and clean.
FAQ
Questions about MaraX3
Before you buy
What is the Lelit MaraX3?
MaraX3 is a heat exchanger espresso machine from LELIT, designed and made in Italy. It has Pagaia – LELIT's patented electronic flow control – an L58E group for LELIT58 barista tools, a 1.8 l boiler and LELIT's patented Dual Probe PID system with thermosiphon circulation. You can brew espresso and froth milk at the same time.
What is Pagaia?
Pagaia is LELIT's patented electronic flow control system: a wooden lever on the side of the machine. With it, you control the flow of water through the coffee during the shot – for example a gentle start, then full flow – and adjust the extraction to each coffee.
What's the difference between the three colours?
Only the look. All three have the same technology and give the same result in the cup.
- Brushed steel: brushed stainless steel body with smoked oak details
- Black: black body with a textured finish and Zebrano wood details
- White: white body with a textured finish and Zebrano wood details
All versions have the polished stainless steel side ribbon.
Can I brew espresso and froth milk at the same time?
Yes. MaraX3 is a heat exchanger machine: the 1.8 l boiler makes steam while fresh water for the coffee is heated through the heat exchanger. So you can pull a shot and froth milk at the same time.
What does Xmode do?
Xmode sets the machine's priority. Choose Xmode coffee when you mainly make espresso, and Xmode steam when you make milk drinks and want more steam. You switch with the mode button.
Which brew temperatures can I choose?
Three: Warm, Hot and Extra Hot. You choose with the temperature button. As a rule of thumb, lighter roasts often taste best a little hotter, darker roasts a little cooler. New firmware keeps the temperature stable within ± 1.5 °C.
How long does it take to heat up?
About 15 minutes. A light shows when the machine is warming up and when it's ready.
How big and heavy is it?
25.5 × 53.5 × 38.5 cm (W × D × H) and 18.3 kg. The water tank holds 2.5 l and the boiler 1.8 l.
Which portafilters and baskets fit?
MaraX3 has the 58 mm L58E group and works with all LELIT58 barista tools.
Does it have pre-infusion?
Yes. The L58E group has mechanical pre-infusion, and with Pagaia you can also start the shot with a low flow and open up afterwards.
What's new compared to the original MaraX?
MaraX3 keeps the proven technology – Xmode, the temperature button and the Dual Probe PID system – and adds:
- Pagaia electronic flow control
- A stainless steel heating element with more power: 1800 W instead of 1286 W
- New firmware for stable temperature (± 1.5 °C) and faster warm-up
- A new, silent pump
- A 3-hole steam nozzle for more powerful steam
- Gem-shaped wooden knobs, lever, portafilter and tamper
- Wooden high feet, a side ribbon and a new drip tray
Is it made in Italy?
Yes. Like all LELIT products, MaraX3 is designed and made in Italy. The new design language was developed with the Italian design studio Design Group Italia.
Using MaraX3
How do I use Pagaia?
Start the shot and turn Pagaia to set the flow. Many baristas start with a low flow so the coffee soaks evenly, then open up for the main extraction. Taste, adjust and repeat – every coffee is different.
How do I froth milk?
Open the steam with the gem-shaped steam knob. The anti-burn wand moves in every direction, and the 3-hole nozzle gives powerful, even steam for silky milk foam. For lots of milk drinks, set Xmode to steam.
Can I use a tall mug?
Yes. MaraX3 is mug friendly, so there's room for a mug under the portafilter.
Does it switch itself off?
MaraX3 has a stand-by function that kicks in when you haven't used it for a while. The power switch is backlit, so you can always see when the machine is on.
What do the lights on the front mean?
One light shows when the machine is warming up and when it's ready. Another tells you when the water tank is empty or not in place.
Cleaning and care
Do I need a water filter?
We recommend a water softener filter in the water tank. Soft water protects the boiler against limescale. Replace the filter regularly – LELIT replacement filters are sold in packs of two.
How do I clean MaraX3?
Wipe the steam wand and purge it after every use. Clean the group regularly with the blind filter and LELIT detergent powder, and use LELIT liquid detergent for the steam wand. Empty and rinse the drip tray often – the new shape makes it quick.
Can I change the wood later?
Yes. LELIT makes upgrade kits for MaraX3 with gem-shaped knobs and lever in smoked oak or Zebrano wood, matching high feet kits, and gem-shaped tampers and portafilters.
Take hands-on control of espresso extraction with Pagaia manual flow profiling. Designed for coffee enthusiasts who want more control over each cup, the Lelit MaraX3 lets you adjust the brewing flow using a lever with dedicated finger space for smooth, precise movement.
€1.999,00
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