Espresso Machine · Manual lever
Flair 58
Flair · $$$
A manual lever espresso maker with a full 58mm portafilter and hands-on pressure profiling.
Price range
$330 – $470
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At a glance
Best for
- Lever enthusiasts
- Manual profiling
- Single shots
Closest alternatives
The Flair 58 brought a standard 58mm commercial portafilter to Flair's line of manual lever espresso makers, letting users apply and shape pressure entirely by hand with an electric group-head heater for temperature stability. With no pump or brew-path electronics, it appeals to those who want tactile control, profiling, and a repairable device. It became a favourite among lever enthusiasts and minimalists.
Pros
- Full 58mm manual lever control
- No electricity needed to pull (heated group optional)
- Repairable, no electronics in brew path
Cons
- Manual effort per shot
- Workflow slower than pump machines
Frequently asked questions
What type of equipment is the Flair 58?
The Flair 58 is a Manual lever Espresso Machine made by Flair.
What are the key specs of the Flair 58?
type: Manual lever; power: No pump (manual pressure); heating: Electric group head heater; portafilter: 58mm.
What is the Flair 58 best for?
It is well suited to Lever enthusiasts, Manual profiling, and Single shots.
What are the pros and cons of the Flair 58?
Strengths include Full 58mm manual lever control, No electricity needed to pull (heated group optional), and Repairable, no electronics in brew path. Trade-offs include Manual effort per shot and Workflow slower than pump machines.
Is the Flair 58 expensive?
The Flair 58 sits in the premium ($$$) price tier within its category.
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Last updated: June 13, 2026