La Pavoni is celebrating the launch of its new Mini Cellini X and Cellini EVO PID, and it’s been created with feedback from the Australian coffee community in mind.
For more than a century, La Pavoni has been synonymous with Italian espresso tradition. Founded in Milan in 1905, the brand has long been celebrated for its iconic lever machines, dedication to craftsmanship, and pursuit of innovation.
Now, that innovation has taken another step forward with the introduction of two new semi-professional machines designed for the modern home barista: the Mini Cellini X and the Cellini EVO PID.
While manufactured in Italy and used around the world, Australia’s coffee market has played a critical role in the construction of these new machines, and the evolving expectation of café-level performance from domestic equipment has helped guide their development.
Head of La Pavoni Australia Leon Wolf says the sophistication of Australia’s coffee culture in global circles must not be underestimated when creating a new generation of machines.
“Australia is a huge influence on product development for La Pavoni’s global ranges, alongside the Nordic countries which are also influential. It’s interesting because they are so far north and Australia is so far south, but the coffee cultures are almost identical,” says Leon.
“Today’s home baristas are looking for greater control, precision, and usability without compromising the craftsmanship and aesthetic that define Italian espresso machines.”
Precision through PID
At the heart of both the Mini Cellini X and Cellini EVO PID is PID temperature control, enabling users to maintain stable and precise brewing temperatures.
The integrated PID system has been included to enable consistent control over the boiler temperature, helping users dial in different coffee profiles and roast styles with greater accuracy.
A built-in shot timer complements this by providing a simple yet valuable tool for measuring extraction time, which is increasingly in demand by home baristas.
Temperature stability is essential to the fine-tuning of extraction, and Leon says more temperature control will enable people who use the new machines more room to play with their coffee to find their perfect brew.
“Australia has some of the best specialty coffee roasters in the world, and we’re really excited to explore what people can do with our machines now we have PID temperature control,” he says.
“It’s an interesting space, because it enables people to explore more and see what differences in temperature does to the coffee, what difference having a pre-infusion or not having a pre-infusion does.”
Designed for modern demands
Beyond brewing precision, the machines introduce several usability upgrades designed for everyday convenience.
Both models feature standby and ECO mode to help reduce energy consumption during idle periods while ensuring the machine is ready to perform when needed.
“We’ve taken feedback from customers who say they’re buying timed switches to turn the machine on earlier for them, whereas now they can turn it on and by the time they’ve filled the water tank, ground their coffee, and got their milk, the machine is ready to go,” says Leon.
“We don’t want to wait 15 or 20 minutes for the machine to heat up, so we’ve improved the efficiency of our heat exchanger boiler. The new Mini Cellini X takes six to eight minutes to heat up, depending on ambient temperature, which is incredibly fast.”
La Pavoni has also introduced a new 1.7-litre water tank, now equipped with an integrated water filter supplied as standard.
“In coffee, freshness isn’t just about the beans. Water plays a silent but powerful role in every extraction. When water sits too long, it loses oxygen and picks up impurities — dulling flavours and limiting clarity in the cup.
“Our new La Pavoni Semi Professional range is designed for freshness. Easy daily refilling keeps water oxygen-rich and perfectly balanced for extraction, while the intelligent tank and circulation system prevent stagnation and scale buildup.
“Because even water deserves Italian craftsmanship.” says Leon.
A premium experience
Recognising the growing number of home baristas pursuing a complete espresso setup, La Pavoni has also included a selection of professional accessories with each machine.
Both the Mini Cellini X and Cellini EVO PID are now also supplied with a La Pavoni branded stainless steel milk jug and a 58mm coffee tamper, providing users with the essential tools required to craft espresso and milk-based beverages from day one.
“We also supply a milk jug in the box, and a nice, 58mm metal tamp, so the customer has all the essentials in the box ready to go,” says Leon.
“That, coupled with the new packaging where we’ve integrated soft cotton cloths internally instead of single-use plastics, people can see the amount of care that is being taken with these products.”
The Mini Cellini X and Cellini EVO PID will be available in the distinctive stainless-steel architecture the Cellini platform has become famous for, while also introducing contemporary finishes that reflect modern kitchen aesthetics.
Both machines are available in matte white with oak touchpoints and matte black with walnut touchpoints, pairing European design with natural materials that add warmth and tactility to the user experience.
“The new design options have been added to give the customer even more choice, and we’ve made them far more accessible than they’ve ever been before,” says Leon.
“The combination of metal, matte finishes, and timber accents reinforces the balance between Italian craftsmanship and modern interior design trends.”
Bringing together a global coffee culture
La Pavoni has labelled the release of the Mini Cellini X and Cellini EVO PID as a natural evolution of its semi-professional line-up, in a way that both organically honours its Italian heritage while embracing the influence of world-leading coffee cultures, like those found in Australia.
As the home espresso category continues to grow, the launch perhaps reflects a broader shift in consumer expectations. Discerning home baristas no longer just purchase a coffee machine, rather, it’s an investment into a complete espresso experience within their own kitchens.
With the Mini Cellini X and Cellini EVO PID, Leon says La Pavoni brings together more than a century of Italian espresso expertise with precision, functionality, and design demanded by today’s coffee enthusiasts.
For more information, visit au.lapavoni.com
This article appears in the April 2026 edition of BeanScene. Subscribe HERE.
