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	Flair	Odyssey
MSRP
MSRP	$640	$850
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Manual
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Direct Lever
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The 58 + requires an external source of water
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	Brew: 0.6L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	0 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	Stainless Steel
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	No
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	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	No
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	No
Weight
Weight	5.4 kg	6.8 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Flair 58+ is priced at $640, making it the more budget-friendly option compared to the Odyssey Argos, which retails at $850. Both machines target Intermediate skill level users, giving them a similar user base. While Flair is known for its simplicity and manual operation, Odyssey offers additional features that may appeal to those looking for slightly more advanced functionalities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Flair 58+ employs a lever activation system, has a stainless steel boiler material, and does not feature a brew boiler capacity or a primary heating element. Its water source is a 0.1-liter reservoir, and it has no specified heat-up time. The Odyssey Argos also utilizes a lever activation system and features a stainless steel boiler. However, it has a brew boiler capacity of 0.6 liters and a single boiler as its primary heating element, with a heat-up time of less than 5 minutes, providing a quicker readiness for brewing.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Flair 58+ does not include automated options, such as auto shutoff, but it does offer pre-infusion and a boiler pressure gauge. In contrast, the Odyssey Argos includes both auto shutoff and PID control, enhancing temperature management. Additionally, it features a shot timer and a steam wand, which the Flair lacks. Both machines, however, provide flow control and incorporate pre-infusion for better extraction.

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