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	Flair	La Pavoni
MSRP
MSRP	$325	$730
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Manual	Manual
Heating Element
Heating Element	Not Applicable	Single Boiler
Portafilter Size
Portafilter Size	45 mm	49 mm
Activation
Activation	Lever	Lever
Pump Type
Pump Type	Not Applicable	Mechanical Piston
Heat-Up Time
Heat-Up Time	Not Applicable	< 5 Minutes
Brew Boiler Capacity 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: 0.8L
Steam Boiler Capacity
Steam Boiler Capacity	Steam: Not Applicable	Steam: Not Applicable
Water Supply
Water Supply	0.1 L - Reservoir	0 L - Reservoir
Boiler Material
Boiler Material	Stainless Steel	Chrome
Brew Group Material
Brew Group Material	No Information	No Information
Hot Water
Hot Water	No	No
Steam Wand
Steam Wand	No	Yes
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	No
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	5.5 kg
Material
Material	Die-Cast Aluminum	Stainless Steel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Flair Pro 2 is a manual espresso machine priced at $325, targeting beginners. In contrast, the La Pavoni Europiccola is positioned at a higher price point of $730, aimed at more advanced users. Both machines are produced by well-known brands in the espresso market, with Flair being recognized for its beginner-friendly approach.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of brewing information, both machines operate on a lever activation system. The Flair Pro 2 does not have a specified heating element and takes advantage of a water reservoir capacity of 0.1 liters without a dedicated steam boiler. Conversely, the La Pavoni Europiccola features a single boiler heating element with a boiler material made from chrome and a brew boiler capacity of 0.8 liters, while also having a water source from a reservoir with a quick heat-up time of under 5 minutes.

Features Comparison

When it comes to features, both machines do not have auto shutoff capabilities and include flow control and pre-infusion options. The Flair Pro 2 comes equipped with a boiler pressure gauge but lacks steam pressure gauges and a steam wand. In contrast, the La Pavoni Europiccola does not have any pressure gauges but includes a functional steam wand, enhancing its versatility. Neither machine has smart connectivity or integrated grinders, reflecting their focus on manual brewing methods.

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