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	Flair	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$165	$2650
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Classic requires an external source of water Note: The Strega pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	Brew: Not Applicable Heat Exchanger machines pull brew water directly from reservoir
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 2L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	4 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Copper
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Chrome Plated Brass
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	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	No
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	30.5 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Bezzera Strega is positioned as an advanced semi-automatic espresso machine with a manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) of $2650. In contrast, the Flair Classic is a manual espresso machine that caters to beginners, priced significantly lower at $165. These differences in pricing and skill level indicate that the Strega is designed for more experienced users, while the Flair is more accessible for those just starting to explore espresso making.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines utilize a lever activation system. The Bezzera Strega has a copper boiler and a steam boiler capacity of 2 liters, with a water reservoir capacity of 4 liters, and a heat-up time ranging from 15 to 30 minutes. On the other hand, the Flair Classic has a stainless steel boiler, operates without a designated steam boiler or water reservoir, and does not specify a heat-up time since it relies on manual operation. The Strega employs a vibration pump and has a sprung lever group type, whereas the Flair lacks any type of dedicated pump.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Bezzera Strega include a steam pressure gauge, hot water functionality, pre-infusion capability, and a no-burn steam wand. The flair, in contrast, does not have a steam wand, steam pressure gauge, or any integration of flow control or hot water supply, but it does offer pre-infusion as a feature. Notably, both machines lack auto shutoff, PID control, and a shot timer, which suggests a focus on manual control and simplicity in the Flair, while allowing for more advanced operations in the Strega.

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