Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker vs Flair 58 Plus 2
Two espresso machines side by side. They differ on portafilter size, water tank, weight, warranty. Portafilter size: the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker has 40 mm, the Flair 58 Plus 2 has 58 mm.
Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker
Flair 58 Plus 2
What actually differs
- Portafilter size: the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker has 40 mm, the Flair 58 Plus 2 has 58 mm.
- The Flair 58 Plus 2 has a larger water tank (0.1 L against 0.06 L for the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker).
- The Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker is lighter at 1.81 kg; the Flair 58 Plus 2 weighs 5.4 kg.
- The Flair 58 Plus 2 has a longer warranty (5 years against 1 year for the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker).
- The Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker sits in a lower typical price band than the Flair 58 Plus 2 ($ Under $300 against $$ $300–700).
Which one should you buy?
Enthusiasts who want hands-on control of every shot
A portable manual lever maker with a 40 mm portafilter and a pressure gauge, giving direct control over pressure and flow. It takes technique and practice, so expect a learning curve rather than push-button shots.
Skip it if: You want a quick, repeatable routine
Full specs and review →Enthusiasts who want full manual pressure control with a standard 58mm portafilter.
Buy the Flair 58 Plus 2 if you want hands-on control of every shot and a standard 58 mm portafilter that fits mainstream accessories. The preheat controller now sits in the base: you plug in to warm the brew head, then pull shots unplugged.
Skip it if: Beginners or users preferring automated electric machines should not buy it.
Full specs and review →Where each one wins
- A lower typical price band
- A larger water tank
- A longer warranty
Specs compared
Rows where they differ are highlighted. Specs are from manufacturer sources; blanks are left blank, never estimated.
| Spec | Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker | Flair 58 Plus 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price | $ Under $300 | $$ $300–700 |
| Machine type | Manual lever | Manual lever |
| Portafilter size | 40 mm | 58 mm |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Water tank | 0.06 L | 0.1 L |
| Weight | 1.81 kg | 5.4 kg |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5 years |
What they have in common
Both record the same value for: machine type (Manual lever); pressure gauge (Yes).
Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker vs Flair 58 Plus 2: common questions
What is the main difference between the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker and the Flair 58 Plus 2?
Portafilter size: the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker has 40 mm, the Flair 58 Plus 2 has 58 mm. The Flair 58 Plus 2 has a larger water tank (0.1 L against 0.06 L for the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker).
Which is better for enthusiasts, the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker or the Flair 58 Plus 2?
We tag the Flair 58 Plus 2 for enthusiasts; the other is not tagged that way. See the pick boxes above for who each one suits.
Do the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker and the Flair 58 Plus 2 use the same portafilter?
No. The Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker has 40 mm and the Flair 58 Plus 2 has 58 mm.
Is the Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker or the Flair 58 Plus 2 more expensive?
The Flair 2GO Portable Espresso Maker is $ Under $300 and the Flair 58 Plus 2 is $$ $300–700. Check the retailer for today's price.