Compare Machines


	Flair	Flair
MSRP
MSRP	$325	$640
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Manual
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	45 mm	58 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Brew Boiler Capacity Note: The Pro 2 requires an external source of water Note: The 58 + requires an external source of water
Brew Boiler Capacity	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water	Brew: Not Applicable Note: This machine requires an external source of water
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	0.1 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	No
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	No	No
No-Burn Wand
No-Burn Wand	No	No
PID Temperature Control
PID Temperature Control	No	No
Pre-Infusion
Pre-Infusion	Yes	Yes
Shot Timer
Shot Timer	No	No
Concurrent Brew Steam
Concurrent Brew Steam	No	No
Flow Control
Flow Control	Yes	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	No
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	Yes	Yes
Steam Pressure Guage
Steam Pressure Guage	No	No
Over Pressure Valve
Over Pressure Valve	No	No
Integrated Grinder
Integrated Grinder	No	No
Weight
Weight	3.2 kg	5.4 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Die-Cast Aluminum

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Machine 1, the Flair Pro 2, is priced at $325 and is designed for beginners, making it an accessible option for those new to espresso brewing. In contrast, Machine 2, the Flair 58+, is priced significantly higher at $640 and is intended for intermediate users, appealing to individuals looking for more advanced capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

Both machines operate using a lever activation system and are constructed from stainless steel for their boiler material. They share a water reservoir capacity of 0.1 liters and have the same heat-up time classified as "Not Applicable." Additionally, both machines do not have group types or primary heating elements, and they feature a portafilter, with the Pro 2 at 45 mm and the 58+ at 58 mm.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, both machines come with a boiler pressure gauge and pre-infusion capability, enhancing the brewing experience. However, neither machine has auto shutoff, steam pressure gauge, or an integrated grinder. They lack other advanced features such as PID control or a steam wand, indicating that both models are focused on delivering a manual espresso experience without additional automation.

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