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	Flair	Decent
MSRP
MSRP	$580	$3599
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Custom Heating Element
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The 58 requires an external source of water Note: The DE1 PRO pulls brew water directly from reservoir
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	Brew: Not Applicable Custom Heating Element 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	2 L - Convertable
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	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	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	Yes
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	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	5.4 kg	13.2 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Brushed Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Decent DE1 PRO is priced at $3,599 and is categorized as a semi-automatic espresso machine, suitable for advanced users. In contrast, the Flair 58 is available at a significantly lower price of $580 and falls under the manual category, making it more appropriate for intermediate users. This price disparity highlights the difference in complexity and target audience between the two machines.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Decent DE1 PRO uses a touch screen for activation and has a custom PID controlled group. Its primary heating element is a custom heating element, and it boasts a quick heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, making it efficient for immediate use. On the other hand, the Flair 58 operates with a lever activation, has a stainless steel boiler, but lacks specific brewing capacity attributes and does not specify a heat-up time, indicating it might require more manual input and preparation.

Features Comparison

When considering features, the Decent DE1 PRO is equipped with a range of advanced functionalities, including PID control, pre-infusion, and steam wand capabilities, along with smart connectivity and dual PID control. Conversely, the Flair 58 offers limited features, such as flow control and pre-infusion, but lacks advanced options like auto shutoff, PID control, or a steam wand. This illustrates a substantial difference in technological capabilities between the two machines, catering to distinct user preferences and brewing needs.

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