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Lelit Victoria PL91T Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£690Type:Fully Automatic Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:2.500 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Lelit Victoria PL91T Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 7 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the coffee machine's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best coffee machines on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

95%

6.5

Technical score

5%

8.3

Review score

Review score 5% · 8.3 · based on 7 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
â–²Better than 56% of coffee-machines
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

6.9

Performance

25%

5.3

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.9

Features

15%

7.0

Design

â–²Better than 56% of coffee-machines
8.3

Review score

Review score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (7)
7 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
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3
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 71% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Lelit Victoria PL91T

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

35%

6.9

Performance

25%

5.3

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.9

Features

15%

7.0

Design

6.5
Review score
Review score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (7)
7 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
≈ estimated
3
estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.3
Popularity
Popularity
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the coffee machine.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Lelit Victoria PL91T has a popularity of 5.6 points, which is lower than 79.3% of coffee machines.
5.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the coffee machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

6.6

Price

6.6
Power
1,000 W
Power
1,000 W
This coffee machine provides 1,000 W of heating power, which is lower than the power of 90.2% of coffee machines and equal to that of 1% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
2.5 L
Water Container Capacity
2.5 L
This coffee machine holds up to 2.5 L in its water tank, which is larger than 95.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 1.9% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
15 bar
Pump Pressure
15 bar
This coffee machine delivers 15 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 9% of coffee machines and equal to that of 61% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
?
Heating System
Boiler
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What reviewers say
Type
Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
This coffee machine accepts ground coffee. 40.3% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
Works with Beans
no
Works with Beans
no
This coffee machine does not accept whole coffee beans. 38.1% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
Works with ESE Pods
no
Works with ESE Pods
no
This coffee machine does not accept ESE pods. 24.3% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
ESE pod compatibility allows use of standard Easy Serving Espresso pods.
Works with Capsules
no
Works with Capsules
no
This coffee machine does not accept coffee capsules. 28.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
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What reviewers say
Water Level Indicator
yes
Water Level Indicator
yes
This coffee machine has a water level indicator. 39.8% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
Water Filter
yes
Water Filter
yes
This coffee machine has a water filter. 64.3% of coffee machines have a water filter.
A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
Descaling Program
no
Descaling Program
no
This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme. 66.8% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
Cleaning Alert
no
Cleaning Alert
no
This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed. 60% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
This coffee machine does not clean its milk circuit automatically. 21.7% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
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Built-in Installation
no
Color
Stainless Steel
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 12.6% of coffee machines have this look.
A vintage look describes a deliberately retro or classic machine design rather than a modern aesthetic.
Housing Material
Stainless Steel
Drip Tray Material
Stainless Steel
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What reviewers say

Lelit Victoria PL91T vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 1.1 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    2.500 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (2.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    2.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • Has a display
    Display
    yes
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A display provides visual machine status or settings information.
  • Adjustable coffee temperature
    Adjustable Coffee Temperature
    yes
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the coffee temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 42.9% of coffee machines offer coffee temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable coffee temperature lets you tailor the heat of the brewed coffee.
  • Has PID temperature control
    PID Controller
    yes
    This coffee machine has PID temperature control, while the average coffee machine does not. 6.8% of coffee machines have this feature.
    PID control can improve temperature stability during brewing.
  • Adjustable milk temperature
    Adjustable Milk Temperature
    yes
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the milk temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 2.4% of coffee machines offer milk temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable milk temperature lets you tailor the heat of milk-based drinks.
  • 7 mm wider portafilter
    Portafilter Size
    58.00 mm
    This coffee machine features a wider, commercial-standard portafilter than the average coffee machine (58 mm vs 51 mm).
    A larger portafilter diameter is associated with a wider filter basket, but compatibility depends on the machine group head.
    58.00 mm vs 51 mm
  • Has a portafilter
    Portafilter
    yes
    This coffee machine has a portafilter, while the average coffee machine does not. 36.8% of coffee machines have a portafilter.
    A portafilter supports brewing through a filter basket with ground coffee or compatible pods.
  • 1.1 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    2.500 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (2.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    2.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • Has PID temperature control
    PID Controller
    yes
    This coffee machine has PID temperature control, while the average coffee machine does not. 6.8% of coffee machines have this feature.
    PID control can improve temperature stability during brewing.
  • Adjustable coffee temperature
    Adjustable Coffee Temperature
    yes
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the coffee temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 42.9% of coffee machines offer coffee temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable coffee temperature lets you tailor the heat of the brewed coffee.
  • Adjustable milk temperature
    Adjustable Milk Temperature
    yes
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the milk temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 2.4% of coffee machines offer milk temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable milk temperature lets you tailor the heat of milk-based drinks.
  • Has a portafilter
    Portafilter
    yes
    This coffee machine has a portafilter, while the average coffee machine does not. 36.8% of coffee machines have a portafilter.
    A portafilter supports brewing through a filter basket with ground coffee or compatible pods.
  • Has a steam wand
    Steam Wand
    yes
    This coffee machine has a steam wand, while the average coffee machine does not. 48.4% of coffee machines have a steam wand.
    A steam wand allows manual milk steaming and foam-texture control.
  • Has a thermometer
    Thermometer
    yes
    This coffee machine has a thermometer, while the average coffee machine does not. 5.6% of coffee machines have a thermometer.
    A thermometer helps monitor the brewing or milk temperature.
  • Has a pressure gauge
    Pressure Gauge
    yes
    This coffee machine has a pressure gauge, while the average coffee machine does not. 8.7% of coffee machines have a pressure gauge.
    A pressure gauge displays brewing pressure for more direct control.
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • Has a cup warmer
    Cup Warmer
    yes
    This coffee machine has a cup warmer, while the average coffee machine does not. 41.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A cup warmer helps preheat cups before brewing.
  • Has a display
    Display
    yes
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A display provides visual machine status or settings information.
  • 7 mm wider portafilter
    Portafilter Size
    58.00 mm
    This coffee machine features a wider, commercial-standard portafilter than the average coffee machine (58 mm vs 51 mm).
    A larger portafilter diameter is associated with a wider filter basket, but compatibility depends on the machine group head.
    58.00 mm vs 51 mm
  • 60 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    270.00 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (270 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    270.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 400 W lower power
    Power
    1,000 W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (1000 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,000 W vs 1,400 W
  • No descaling programme
    Descaling Program
    no
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 66.6% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
    A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • 32 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    100.00 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (100 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    100.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 2 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    1
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (1 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    1 vs 3
  • 15 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    30 min
    This coffee machine stays powered on longer before turning off than the average coffee machine (30 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    30 min vs 15 min
  • Non-transparent water reservoir
    Transparent Reservoir
    no
    This coffee machine does not have a transparent water reservoir, while the average coffee machine does. 91.4% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A transparent reservoir lets the user see the water level through the tank.
  • 2.51x heavier body
    Weight
    11.300 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (11.3 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    11.300 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 4.31x more expensive
    Lelit Victoria PL91T is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£690 vs £160).
    £690 vs £160
  • 9.1% worse value for money
    Lelit Victoria PL91T has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (6.62 vs 7.2).
    6.62 vs 7.22
  • 36.9% less popular
    Lelit Victoria PL91T is less popular than the average coffee machine (5.56 vs 7.6).
    5.56 vs 7.62
  • 400 W lower power
    Power
    1,000 W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (1000 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,000 W vs 1,400 W
  • 2 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    1
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (1 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    1 vs 3
  • No descaling programme
    Descaling Program
    no
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 66.6% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
    A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • 15 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    30 min
    This coffee machine stays powered on longer before turning off than the average coffee machine (30 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    30 min vs 15 min
  • 32 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    100.00 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (100 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    100.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • Non-transparent water reservoir
    Transparent Reservoir
    no
    This coffee machine does not have a transparent water reservoir, while the average coffee machine does. 91.4% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A transparent reservoir lets the user see the water level through the tank.
  • 2.51x heavier body
    Weight
    11.300 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (11.3 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    11.300 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 55 mm taller body
    Height
    380.00 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (380 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    380.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 1 mm wider body
    Width
    225.00 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (225 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    225.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 4.3% bulkier volume
    Volume
    23,085 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (23085 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    23,085 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

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What reviewers agree on

Based on 7

Compact and quick to heat with clear controls, but switching between brewing and steaming on the single boiler frustrates reviewers.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
coffeegeek.com
≈ estimated
13/11/2024
First look · Single-boiler PID
Verdict
The Lelit Victoria offers programmable settings, a 58 mm portafilter and strong steam, though its packaging is criticised as wasteful.
9.0
coffeeness.de
≈ estimated
14/05/2024
Pre-test review · Beginner espresso
Verdict
The Lelit Victoria is a compact, easy-to-use single-boiler machine with many settings, though its tamper feels cheap.
9.0
coffeekev.com
≈ estimated
29/05/2026
Hands-on review · PID espresso
Verdict
The Lelit Victoria is a compact PID machine that suits medium to dark roasts, though its fixed pre-infusion limits light roasts.
8.0
galaxus.de
≈ estimated
20/05/2021
Product test · Compact PID
Verdict
The Lelit Victoria is a small machine with pro-level features like PID and pre-infusion, best for capsule switchers who mostly drink espresso.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Lelit Victoria PL91T

  • Quick heat-up time (under 10 minutes) due to small 300ml brass boiler
  • 58mm commercial portafilter allows for industry-standard accessories
  • PID controller provides stable brewing temperatures and allows adjustment
  • Compact footprint, ideal for small kitchens
  • Includes thoughtful features like a built-in shot timer, pre-infusion, and auto-fill
  • Robust stainless steel construction

What we don't like about Lelit Victoria PL91T

  • Refilling the water reservoir is difficult and inconvenient
  • Drip tray and top lid tend to rattle due to pump vibrations
  • Single boiler setup means you cannot steam milk and brew espresso simultaneously
  • Slow transition time from steam back to brewing temperature
  • Steam knob can feel cheap/plastic
  • Pre-infusion is a simple pre-wet/pause mechanism rather than a true low-pressure system

Verdict

The Lelit Victoria PL91T is a compact single-boiler espresso machine featuring a commercial-grade LELIT58 58mm group head, a 300ml brass boiler, and a 1200W heating element paired with a 2.5-litre water reservoir. Main characteristics and pros include its rapid heat-up time of under 10 minutes, premium brushed stainless steel construction, a backlit brew pressure manometer, and the Lelit Control Center (LCC) OLED graphic display that enables precise PID temperature control, programmable pre-infusion, and a built-in shot timer. However, prominent cons include a loud vibratory pump that can cause the drip tray to rattle, a single-boiler workflow that requires a 90-second wait when transitioning from brewing to steaming milk, a deep and awkwardly positioned water tank that is difficult to refill, and a cheap plastic stock tamper.

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