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	Flair	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$325	$899.95
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Thermoblock
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	45 mm	54 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Button
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 2 requires an external source of water Note: The Barista Express Impress 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: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	1.9 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
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	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
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	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	3.2 kg	10.4 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Barista Express Impress is priced at $899.95 and is classified as a semi-automatic machine suitable for beginners. In contrast, the Flair Pro 2 offers a more budget-friendly option at $325 and is considered a manual machine, also designed for beginners. Both models are accessible to entry-level users, but their price points reflect their functionalities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Breville machine utilizes a button activation system, features a thermoblock heating element, and has a heat-up time of 5 to 15 minutes. The Flair Pro 2 operates with a lever activation mechanism and has a stainless steel boiler, although its heat-up time is not applicable. The Breville has a water reservoir capacity of 1.9 liters, while the Flair has a much smaller capacity of 0.1 liters. Notably, the group type for the Flair Pro 2 is specified as not applicable, emphasizing its manual operation compared to the Breville's automatic features.

Features Comparison

Key features of the Breville Barista Express include an auto shutoff function, boiler pressure gauge, integrated grinder, and pre-infusion capability. Conversely, the Flair Pro 2 lacks features such as auto shutoff and an integrated grinder but offers flow control and pre-infusion as well. While both machines provide essential brewing features, the Breville has a more extensive assortment, catering to slightly more advanced brewing techniques. Both machines, however, are built to accommodate various user preferences and emphasize quality espresso-making.

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