Lelit Kate vs Profitec GO

Technical comparison · Single boiler

In brief

GO is the cheapest in its class. GO 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, Kate ranks #5 of 11, GO #9.

Parameter
Lelit Kate Kate Lelit F3 · Advanced
Profitec GO GO Profitec F3 · Advanced
Identity
Use tier F3 — Advanced F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) ~450–1000 € ~450–1000 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 34 × 38 × 41.5 cm 21 × 36.2 × 38.1 cm
Weight (kg) 14.4 kg 12.9 kg
Power (W) — 1300 W
Voltage (V) 230 V —
Category specs
Boiler architecture Single boiler —
Portafilter diameter (mm) 58 mm mm —
PID control — Yes
Pump type Vibration Vibration
Pre-infusion Programmable —
3-way solenoid valve Yes —
Group head type Proprietary Ring brew group
Boiler material Brass Brass
Water tank capacity (l) 2.5 l 2.8 l
Heat-up time (s) — 420 s
Steam wand Manual steam wand —
Pressure gauge Yes Yes

The differences that matter

  • Water tank capacity: Kate 2.5 l vs GO 2.8 l — GO wins (+12%)
  • Group head type: Kate Proprietary · GO Ring brew group

Which one to choose

Choose GO if…

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

See the GO sheet →

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