I agree with "jpender" last sentence. If possible OP should find others nearby to test use Flair 58 vs. Robot. For those unaware, Aram vs. Robot vs. Flair 58 in video format by Lance Hedrick.{video} Having watched this entire video if I had more time and discretionary funds I'd also get Flair 58 (wi...

As others have stated above. To original poster "aaronl" questions at end of original post: (a) No, machines listed will not give increased body vs. Robot. A change in your brewing technique will. (b) Yes, using Robot differently will give increased body. For thicker espresso, here's my TL/DR offere...

I agree with TomC post. During 2022, of all cafes I visited (for straight espresso) this was good {link}

No worries. Look forward to hearing about your subsequent Robot espresso pulls

Did "ken5" recommendation to review Paul Pratt's Robot instruction manual table with kg or pounds to extraction pressure (in bars) solve your issue? In reviewing your original post, this would be my guess as to etiology of your issue. Also your temperature is too low as prior noted by "jpender" but ...

Thank you in advance for hosting. From your post after 2022 Chicago/Milwaukee Get TogetherAre the hot dogs going to be like Chicago's (R.I.P.) Hot Doug's foie gras wieners ? {link}

{image} Four years as main espresso grinder and no plans to change nor upgraditits

For those whose interest in Cafelat Robot is picqued by my original post here is further information on how to use Robot: (1) Paul Pratt's how-to-use instructions in one page: {link} (2) Home-barista moderators "drgary" and "samuellaw178" detailed review and user guide: "Cafelat Robot Review"

As stated above "skansen" Lelit Bianca PL162 has an e61 grouphead {link} To help other forum members help answer your request better, would you please answer these following questions? * What is range of number of espressos (singles and doubles) you make in day? * What is range of number of steamed ...

To be clear, I was happy with six years use as sole espresso brew with my Olympia Express Cremina (1990 manufacture date). I added Gabor Laczko (naked-portafilter) pressure gauge (useful for objective measure of pressure when working with new beans), Dave Stevens "cannonfodder" custom wood handle (i...