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	Flair	Bezzera
MSRP
MSRP	$99	$2969
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	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Rotary
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	15-30 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Neo requires an external source of water
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	Brew: 0.4L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	4 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	31.7 kg
Material
Material	Polycarbonate	Polished Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Flair Neo, is an affordable manual espresso machine priced at $99, targeting beginners. In contrast, Machine 2, the Bezzera DUO MN, is a premium semi-automatic machine with a significantly higher price of $2969, aimed at advanced users. The wide gap in price and skill level reflects the significant difference in their capabilities and target audiences.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Flair Neo utilizes a lever activation method and has a heat-up time that is marked as "Not Applicable," indicating no built-in heating system. It features a water reservoir capacity of 0.1 liters and does not include a group type, boiler, or heating element specifics. On the other hand, the Bezzera DUO MN operates with a dual boiler system, lever activation, and has a heat-up time of 15-30 minutes. It includes a 0.4-liter brew boiler capacity and is equipped with a rotary pump and an E61 group type.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Flair Neo does not offer any advanced features like auto shutoff, pressure gauges, or pre-infusion, which are common in more advanced machines. In contrast, the Bezzera DUO MN is packed with features such as dual PID control, pre-infusion, hot water functionality, and concurrent brew and steam capabilities. The Bezzera includes additional controls that cater to a more complex brewing style, enhancing the user experience for those with expertise.

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