Which Flair Machine Should I Buy?

Flair espresso machines all brew true manual espresso with full pressure control, but each model is designed for a different type of user. Not sure which Flair is right for you? This quick guide will help you choose the perfect manual espresso machine

Flair Classic

Best for: beginners and occasional espresso drinkers

Choose the Flair Classic if you:

• are new to manual espresso

• want the most affordable entry into real espresso

• drink 1–2 espressos per day

• like a simple and portable machine

What makes it special

• simple and robust construction

• portable design with carrying case

• produces excellent espresso with minimal setup

Limitations

• smaller basket (12–18 g)

• fewer accessories included

Flair Pro 3 

Best for: espresso enthusiasts who want more control

Choose the Flair Pro 3 if you:

• already enjoy dialing-in espresso

• want larger espresso shots

• want a travel-friendly espresso machine

• want better temperature stability than the Classic

What makes it special

• larger 16–24 g basket

• stainless steel brew head

• bottomless portafilter for shot diagnostics

• pressure gauge included

Flair 49 PRO ⭐ comming soon...

Best for: serious home baristas who want easier dialing-in

Choose the Flair 49 PRO if you:

• want a professional espresso workflow

• want a machine easier to dial-in than 58 mm systems

• want rich, full-bodied espresso

• want a compact machine with professional performance

What makes it special

• 49 mm professional portafilter

• deeper coffee puck for longer extraction contact

• easier dialing-in with reduced channeling

• all stainless steel brew path

• includes pressurized and non-pressurized baskets

The perfect balance between the Pro 3 and the Flair 58.

Flair 58

Best for: experienced home baristas who want café workflow

Choose the Flair 58 if you:

• want the same portafilter size used in cafés

• already own espresso accessories (tamper, distribution tools, baskets)

• want electric brew head preheating

• want maximum espresso consistency

What makes it special

• industry standard 58 mm portafilter

• electric brew head preheating

• compatibility with professional accessories

• café-style espresso workflow

Flair 58 Versions:

Flair 58 Standard model with electric preheating.

Flair 58+ Includes walnut accessories and premium finishing.

Flair 58+ 2 Latest version with updated preheat controller and improved wiring.