La Pavoni Casabar PID Steel vs Lelit Anita

Technical comparison · Single boiler

In brief

Casabar PID Steel is the most capable in its class. Casabar PID Steel is ahead on water tank capacity; beyond that the two differ in portafilter diameter, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, Casabar PID Steel ranks #1 of 19, Anita #5.

Parameter
Lelit Anita Anita Lelit F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 987 € ~450–1000 €
Price updated on — 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 23.5 × – × 37 cm 31.5 × 36.5 × 37 cm
Weight (kg) 13.3 kg 10.2 kg
Power (W) 1320 W —
Voltage (V) — 230 V
Category specs
Boiler architecture Single boiler Single boiler
Portafilter diameter (mm) 58 mm mm 57 mm
PID control Yes Yes
Max pump pressure (bar) 15 bar —
Pump type Vibration Vibration
3-way solenoid valve — Yes
Group head type — Proprietary
Boiler material Brass Brass
Water tank capacity (l) 3 l 2.7 l
Steam wand — Manual steam wand
Pressure gauge Yes Yes

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: Casabar PID Steel 3 l vs Anita 2.7 l
  • Portafilter diameter: Casabar PID Steel 58 mm · Anita 57

Which one to choose

Choose Casabar PID Steel if…

you value water tank capacity. It is the most capable in its class.

See the Casabar PID Steel sheet →

Questo confronto rimanda alle due schede, dove trovi i dati completi e i link ufficiali.