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	Flair	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$99	$2199
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Semi-Automatic
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Heat Exchanger
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	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 Neo requires an external source of water Note: The Aria PID (Flow Control) 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: 1.5L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	2.9 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Copper
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	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	Yes
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	No	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 kg	24 kg
Material
Material	Polycarbonate	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Flair Neo is a manual espresso machine priced at $99, making it an attractive option for beginners. In contrast, the Bezzera Aria PID (Flow Control) is a semi-automatic machine priced at $2,199, designed for intermediate users. This significant difference in price reflects the complexity and features of each machine tailored to different skill levels.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Flair Neo operates using a lever activation mechanism with a stainless steel boiler. It features a water reservoir capacity of 0.1 liters, and its heat-up time is not applicable. The Bezzera Aria PID, on the other hand, employs a copper boiler with a heat exchanger and has a larger water reservoir capacity of 2.9 liters. It also has a heat-up time of 5-15 minutes and utilizes an E61 group type for consistent extraction.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, the Flair Neo has a very basic offering without gauges, steam capabilities, or smart technology, which is expected for a manual machine. In contrast, the Bezzera Aria PID comes equipped with a boiler pressure gauge, steam pressure gauge, flow control, hot water function, PID control, pre-infusion capability, and a shot timer. These features enhance the brewing experience and provide greater control for users who have a better understanding of espresso-making techniques.

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