Lelit Fred Prima vs Quamar Q50E

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

Fred Prima and Q50E are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4), very different prices (~3.6×). Fred Prima is the entry-level choice; Q50E offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Lelit Fred Prima Fred Prima Lelit F2 · Intermediate
Quamar Q50E Q50E Quamar F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) 199 € ~450–1000 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 12.5 × 18 × 31 cm 17.5 × 26 × 52 cm
Weight (kg) 2.8 kg 7 kg
Power (W) — 330 W
Voltage (V) 230 V 220 V
Category specs
Burr type Conical Flat
Burr diameter (mm) 38 mm 54 mm
Single dose No No
Supported brew methods — Espresso, Moka pot, Drip filter, Pour over
Adjustment type Stepless Stepped
Drive Electric Electric
Hopper capacity (g) 250 g 1200 g

The differences that matter

  • Burr diameter: Fred Prima 38 mm vs Q50E 54 mm — Q50E wins (+42%)
  • Burr type: Fred Prima Conical · Q50E Flat
  • Adjustment type: Fred Prima Stepless · Q50E Stepped

Which one to choose

Choose Q50E if…

you value burr diameter.

See the Q50E sheet →

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