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	Flair	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$640	$5849
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The 58 + requires an external source of water Note: The Baby T Plus pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	Brew: Not Applicable Thermoblock machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	2 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	No	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	Yes
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	Yes
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	5.4 kg	34.9 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Ascaso Baby T Plus, is priced at an MSRP of $5,849 and is classified as a semi-automatic espresso machine targeted towards advanced users. In contrast, Machine 2, the Flair 58+, is significantly more affordable at $640 and caters to intermediate skill levels. The Ascaso brand emphasizes advanced brewing capabilities, while Flair focuses on a more manual brewing process suited for users with some experience.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Baby T Plus requires button activation and features a thermoblock primary heating element with a secondary single boiler, taking between 5 to 15 minutes to heat up. On the other hand, the Flair 58+ uses a lever activation mechanism and has no fixed heating elements or significant features pertaining to boiler capacity or heat-up time, as it is designed for manual brewing and operates with a 0.1L water reservoir. Both machines utilize a 58mm portafilter size, but the group type is custom for the Ascaso and not applicable for the Flair.

Features Comparison

The Ascaso Baby T Plus boasts numerous advanced features, including auto shutoff, PID control, pre-infusion, and steam pressure gauge, allowing for greater control over the brewing process. In contrast, the Flair 58+ has a more basic feature set with manual functionalities, including flow control and pre-infusion, but lacks gauges, automatic features, or smart connectivity options. While both machines emphasize manual control and quality brewing, the Ascaso offers a more extensive feature set designed for serious coffee enthusiasts, whereas the Flair provides a straightforward manual experience for those looking to hone their skills.

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