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	Flair	Profitec
MSRP
MSRP	$580	$1599
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	58 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Vibration
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	5-15 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The 58 requires an external source of water Note: The Pro 400 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: 1.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	2.8 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
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	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
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	Yes
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	Yes
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	5.4 kg	21.5 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Flair 58 is a manual espresso machine priced at $580, designed for intermediate skill users. In contrast, the Profitec Pro 400 is a semi-automatic machine with a higher price tag of $1599, also aimed at intermediate skill levels. Both machines are manufactured by reputable brands: Flair and Profitec, respectively. Their target users are similar in terms of experience, but the price difference reflects the technology and functionality offered.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Flair 58 uses lever activation and features a stainless steel boiler with no steam boiler or primary heating element. It has a water reservoir capacity of 0.1 liters, and the heat-up time is not applicable. The Profitec Pro 400 also operates with lever activation and includes a stainless steel boiler along with a chrome-plated brass brew group and an E61 group type. Its water reservoir capacity is significantly larger at 2.8 liters, and the heat-up time ranges from 5 to 15 minutes.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Flair 58 does not have auto shutoff, steam pressure gauge, or steam wand, but it includes a boiler pressure gauge, pre-infusion, and flow control functionality. Conversely, the Profitec Pro 400 includes several advanced features such as auto shutoff, both boiler and steam pressure gauges, concurrent brew steam, and PID control. Additionally, it supports hot water supply, has a steam wand, and features a solenoid valve, enhancing its versatility. Thus, while both machines are suitable for intermediate users, the Profitec Pro 400 offers more advanced functionalities for an elevated espresso-making experience.

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