Izzo Alex PID vs Lelit Mara X
Technical comparison · Heat exchanger
Mara X is the cheapest in its class. Mara X is ahead on water tank capacity; beyond that the two differ in group head type, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, Alex PID ranks #10 of 25, Mara X #19.
| Parameter |
Alex PID
Izzo
F4 · Semi-professional
|
Mara X
Lelit
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | — | 2019 |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1000–2200 € | 1399 € |
| Price updated on | 09/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 36.4 × 45 × 41.6 cm | 22.5 × 52 × 35.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 30 kg | 18.5 kg |
| Power (W) | 1400 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Boiler architecture | Heat exchanger (HX) | Heat exchanger (HX) |
| Portafilter diameter (mm) | — | 58 mm mm |
| PID control | Yes | — |
| Pump type | Rotary | — |
| Pre-infusion | — | Passive spring |
| Group head type | E61 | Proprietary |
| Boiler material | — | Stainless steel |
| Water tank capacity (l) | 2.3 l | 2.5 l |
| Steam wand | — | Manual steam wand |
| Plumbable | Yes | — |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | Yes |
CoffeeSpecs Awards
Alex PID
No awards in this tier.
Mara X
Lowest price range Semi-professional
The lowest list price among the sheets in the Heat exchanger category (semi-professional tier): €1399, as published by the manufacturer.
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Water tank capacity: Alex PID 2.3 l vs Mara X 2.5 l — Mara X wins (+9%)
- Group head type: Alex PID E61 · Mara X Proprietary
Which one to choose
Choose Mara X if…
you value water tank capacity. It is the cheapest in its class.
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