La Cimbali M26 2-Group Auto (Raised)

The La Cimbali M26 2-Group Auto (Raised) combines La Cimbali’s commercial-grade thermal engineering with an ergonomic, barista-centric layout — now finished in a sleek black for a modern service counter. Designed for low-to-medium volume cafés, the two-group configuration balances throughput and footprint: it lets you run consecutive espresso shots and steam milk simultaneously without compromising temperature stability or cup quality. The machine’s electromechanical button panel is intuitive for staff and fast to operate during peak shifts, while longer, multidirectional steam wands and a raised group position improve ergonomics for both single-cup and tall-cup workflows.

Thermal stability is central to the M26’s design. The model uses La Cimbali’s thermal system and an Economiser feature that maintains boiler temperature efficiently — reducing fuel draw and improving recovery between shots. In SE (advanced) versions the M26 adds Smart Boiler management, a service display and telemetry (Wi-Fi kit) for remote monitoring and diagnostics, helping managers keep machines tuned and minimise downtime. Energy Saving Light and other energy-conscious functions further reduce operating costs during quiet periods. These functions make the M26 a sensible long-term investment for businesses that care about consistent cup quality and lower total cost of ownership.

From a workflow perspective, the M26 was engineered for the barista. The backlit electromechanical buttons are easy to see and use; the raised group option improves clearance for tall cups and jugs; and service displays provide fast access to maintenance information. The unit’s build — steel and ABS — is purpose-focused to tolerate the demands of daily commercial use while remaining straightforward to maintain. Optional features such as telemetry, cup-warmer stages and TurboSteam (for advanced milk texturing) let you tailor the machine to your operation, from specialty cafés to hotel and catering environments.

In short, the M26 2-Group Auto (Raised, Black) is an ergonomically refined, energy-aware commercial espresso machine that gives café owners dependable extraction, flexible configuration and professional serviceability. It’s ideal when you need consistent cafe-quality shots, efficient steam capacity and the ability to monitor and optimise machine performance over time.