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	Flair	La Marzocco
MSRP
MSRP	$99	$3900
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	Paddle
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: 0.3L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: 1.6L
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	1.6 L - Convertable
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	No Information
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	No	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	Yes
Flow Control
Flow Control	No	No
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	19 kg
Material
Material	Polycarbonate	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Flair Neo is a manual espresso machine priced at $99, making it accessible for beginners looking to explore espresso-making. In contrast, the La Marzocco Linea Micra is a semi-automatic machine with a much higher price of $3,900, intended for advanced users and coffee enthusiasts seeking professional-quality espresso. The significant difference in cost reflects the complexity and capabilities of the machines and their respective target user bases.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, the Flair Neo utilizes a lever activation method and does not have a primary or secondary heating element, making it reliant on manual operation without a conventional boiler system. It has a water reservoir capacity of 0.1 liters, but heat up time is not applicable. The La Marzocco Linea Micra features paddle activation, a dual boiler system, and a water reservoir capacity of 1.6 liters, allowing for a quicker heat up time of 15-30 minutes, which is critical for consistent brewing and steaming.

Features Comparison

Key features vary significantly between the two machines. The Flair Neo lacks advanced features, such as auto shutoff, pressure gauges, and PID control, focusing instead on a straightforward and manual brewing process. Conversely, the La Marzocco Linea Micra is equipped with numerous features including auto shutoff, PID control, pre-infusion, steam wand with no-burn technology, and smart connectivity, making it a sophisticated machine for users who prefer more control over their espresso-making process.

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