Flair 58 Plus 2 vs Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker
Two espresso machines side by side. They differ on boiler size, portafilter size, water tank, weight. The Flair 58 Plus 2 has a larger boiler (0.1 L against 0.09 L for the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker).
Flair 58 Plus 2
Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker
What actually differs
- The Flair 58 Plus 2 has a larger boiler (0.1 L against 0.09 L for the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker).
- Portafilter size: the Flair 58 Plus 2 has 58 mm, the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker has 49 mm.
- The Flair 58 Plus 2 has a larger water tank (0.1 L against 0.09 L for the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker).
- The Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker is lighter at 3.2 kg; the Flair 58 Plus 2 weighs 5.4 kg.
- The Flair 58 Plus 2 has a longer warranty (5 years against 3 years for the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker).
Which one should you buy?
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 →Home enthusiasts who prefer a fully manual, portable espresso press.
Buyers who want direct manual control over espresso extraction will find this model straightforward. The pressure gauge and lever design support hands-on use without added systems.
Skip it if: Users seeking an electric machine with a boiler should look elsewhere.
Full specs and review →Where each one wins
- A larger boiler
- 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 58 Plus 2 | Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price | $$ $300–700 | $$ $300–700 |
| Machine type | Manual lever | Manual lever |
| Boiler / heating | None | None |
| Boiler size | 0.1 L | 0.09 L |
| Portafilter size | 58 mm | 49 mm |
| Pressure gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Water tank | 0.1 L | 0.09 L |
| Weight | 5.4 kg | 3.2 kg |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
What they have in common
Both record the same value for: machine type (Manual lever); boiler / heating (None); pressure gauge (Yes).
Flair 58 Plus 2 vs Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker: common questions
What is the main difference between the Flair 58 Plus 2 and the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker?
The Flair 58 Plus 2 has a larger boiler (0.1 L against 0.09 L for the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker). Portafilter size: the Flair 58 Plus 2 has 58 mm, the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker has 49 mm.
Which is better for enthusiasts, the Flair 58 Plus 2 or the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker?
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 58 Plus 2 and the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker use the same portafilter?
No. The Flair 58 Plus 2 has 58 mm and the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker has 49 mm.
Is the Flair 58 Plus 2 or the Flair 58 Pro 2 Espresso Maker more expensive?
Both sit in the same typical price band, $$ $300–700.