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	Flair	Rocket
MSRP
MSRP	$165	$6500
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Dual Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Touch Screen
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Magnetic Volumetric Pump
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	30+ Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Classic requires an external source of water
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	Brew: 1.9L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 3.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	2.5 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
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	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	Yes
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	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	2.3 kg	47.6 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Flair Classic is a manual espresso machine priced at $165, making it accessible for beginner users. In contrast, the Rocket R Nine One is a high-end semi-automatic machine with a price tag of $6,500, catering to advanced users. The significant difference in cost reflects the complexity and capability of each machine, targeting distinct skill levels and consumer needs.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Flair Classic employs a lever activation system without a boiler or heating element, as it relies on a water reservoir with a capacity of 0.1 liters. Its heat-up time is marked as "Not Applicable." On the other hand, the Rocket R Nine One features a touch screen activation and is built with a dual boiler system, having a brew boiler capacity of 1.9 liters and a steam boiler capacity of 3.6 liters. It has a water reservoir capacity of 2.5 liters and takes over 30 minutes to heat up.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, the Flair Classic lacks several advanced functionalities commonly found in higher-priced machines, such as auto shutoff and pressure gauges, but does include pre-infusion. In contrast, the Rocket R Nine One boasts comprehensive features including auto shutoff, dual PID control, flow control, and concurrent brew steam capabilities, offering extensive control over the brewing process. The differences in features highlight the level of automation and customization available in each machine, aligning with their respective skill level targets.

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