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	Flair	Ascaso
MSRP
MSRP	$165	$1999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Classic requires an external source of water Note: The Baby Bar One pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	Brew: Not Applicable Dual Boiler machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 4L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Brass
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	Yes
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	No	Yes
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
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	No	No
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	No
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.3 kg	35.5 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Ascaso Baby Bar One espresso machine is priced at $1999 and is designed for intermediate users, while the Flair Classic is a budget-friendly option at $165, targeting beginner users. The different skill levels suggest that the Ascaso machine offers more complexities suited for those with more experience in espresso making compared to the user-friendly Flair model.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Ascaso Baby Bar One operates with a button activation and features a dual boiler with a heating time of over 30 minutes. It has a saturated group type, with a significant water reservoir capacity of 5 liters and steam boiler capacity of 4 liters. On the other hand, the Flair Classic utilizes lever activation with a very limited water reservoir of 0.1 liters and lacks a dedicated steam boiler or heating element, making it simpler but less versatile for brewing different types of coffee.

Features Comparison

When comparing key features, the Ascaso Baby Bar One includes several advanced options such as pre-infusion, PID control, a steam pressure gauge, and concurrent brewing and steaming capabilities. Meanwhile, the Flair Classic is more basic, offering pre-infusion but lacking many features like a steam wand, PID control, or a shot timer. This difference in features aligns with their intended skill levels, with the Ascaso providing more professional tools for a serious espresso enthusiast.

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