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	Flair	Flair
MSRP
MSRP	$165	$325
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Manual	Manual
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	mm	45 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 Classic requires an external source of water Note: The Pro 2 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	No	Yes
3 Way Solenoid
3 Way Solenoid	No	No
Brew Pressure Guage
Brew Pressure Gauge	No	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	2.3 kg	3.2 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Die-Cast Aluminum

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both espresso machines, the Flair Pro 2 and Flair Classic, are made by Flair and cater to beginner skill levels. The Flair Pro 2 is priced at $325, while the Flair Classic is more affordably priced at $165, making it a budget-friendly option for new users. Despite their differences in price, both machines maintain a manual operation which appeals to those looking to hone their espresso-making skills. Their beginner-friendly nature allows users to gradually learn the intricacies of espresso production.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines use a lever activation method. The Flair Pro 2 features a stainless steel boiler material, while the Flair Classic also uses stainless steel but does not specify a portafilter size. Both machines have a water reservoir capacity of 0.1 liters and lack a heat-up time specification. There are no additional heating elements or pump types involved, as both are manually operated and do not use a steam boiler capacity.

Features Comparison

Looking at their key features, the Flair Pro 2 has a boiler pressure gauge and includes pre-infusion functionality, which can help enhance the espresso extraction process. In contrast, the Flair Classic lacks any pressure gauge and flow control features but also offers pre-infusion capabilities. Both machines do not include automatic shutoff, integrated grinders, or steam features, reflecting their focus on manual brewing techniques.

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