yeah it looks like a great piece of kit, there are some nice vids of it in action on their instagram, the barista version with the pressure gauge is promising

 

I haven't had any espresso equipment since my Mypressi Twist fell apart, but that's about to change as I've backed the Kickstarter for a Barista Robot (with the pressure gauge). Seems perfect for my needs and looks nice to boot!

 

Cool, if I didn't have the Portaspresso and wasn't planning for a dual boiler machine I'd order one in a minute

might still do later - the one issue I have is that I'd still have to preheat everything properly, living at 1000 m asl means that water boils at 97 degrees

 

I can see how that altitude could be problematic. I've toyed with the idea of buying a machine on and off for a while but just can't justify the counter space, maintenance and time to first shot with heating up the machine. My girlfriend hates coffee and most of my guests would be perfectly happy with instant, so production requirement is probably 1-2 doses a day. The Portaspresso was on my wishlist for a while but the Robot was love at first sight. Can't wait to get my hands on it!

 

I'm pretty certain you'll be rather happy with it

 

I'm thinking the Kinu M68 might make a nice partner to the Robot, both in performance and aesthetics. I read somewhere that there might be a new version appearing, fingers crossed it goes up on their site in the next few months!

 

Yeah there was a projected update so hopefully it will materialise, I wouldn't mind to get the marble base that was supposed to be available too

 

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and all that... Really not my cup of tea.

 

It's certainly a statement and I can see why some might not appreciate their coffee maker reminding them of something from a 50's B movie.

Personally, I like that it's different and visually interesting in a world of dreary-looking kitchen appliances. It puts a smile on my face thinking about fighting a little robot for a dose of espresso in the morning.

 

Paul from Cafelat uploaded a few videos explaining the design of the Robot:

 

If I weren't getting the Decent next year It would have been a fun little thing to own. It might be stretching it to get a home lever again

 

Pretty unique, I like it.

We'll be talking about robot profiles soon [emoji3]

 

Did anybody get one? It looks like the backers are getting theirs right now.

Interested to hear any field reports.

And if you got one but don't want it I'll happily take it off your hands!

 

You've probably seen this, but there are the beginnings of Bench Review and User Experience threads on Home Barista. Feedback in the former is positive so far. I'm another who'll be very interested in ordering one.

 

You've probably seen this, but there are the beginnings of Bench Review and User Experience threads on Home Barista. Feedback in the former is positive so far. I'm another who'll be very interested in ordering one.

Thanks for the tip..yep I have.

Cafelat emailed me to say once they clear the KS orders then normal orders should open...let's hope so!

 

The initial release of the user manual can be found here: http://www.cafelat.com/uploads/1/5/3/6/15367184/robot_user_manual.pdf

Did anybody get one? It looks like the backers are getting theirs right now.

Interested to hear any field reports.

And if you got one but don't want it I'll happily take it off your hands!

I backed a Barista Robot which I believe are being assembled from next week. Hopefully I'll be able to provide some impressions in a couple of weeks time!

 

The initial release of the user manual can be found here: http://www.cafelat.com/uploads/1/5/3/6/15367184/robot_user_manual.pdf

I backed a Barista Robot which I believe are being assembled from next week. Hopefully I'll be able to provide some impressions in a couple of weeks time!

Great stuff...I have recently fallen head over heels with my M47 + Flair combo and really excited to see how the Robot is likely to be different both positively and negatively.

 

Great stuff...I have recently fallen head over heels with my M47 + Flair combo and really excited to see how the Robot is likely to be different both positively and negatively.

I have an M47 so will be able to test them together. One of the initial user impressions mentioned that you don't need to grind particularly fine, in fact they suggested a little coarser than you would typically grind for lever machines.

 

If anyone sends me their robot, I can test against my newly acquired leverpresso ;-)

I ordered the version with the kinks ironed out that where discovered in the crowdfunded version.

 

Robots are now on sale in the cafelat store. Just ordered my polished barista model.

 

He's landed.....had a quick peek and the quality is pretty astounding. Thank you Mr Pratt!!! Will report back when I get him going...anybody other UK folk running a Robot yet?

 

Not yet but close to ordering so looking forward to your report.

 

He's landed.....had a quick peek and the quality is pretty astounding. Thank you Mr Pratt!!! Will report back when I get him going...anybody other UK folk running a Robot yet?

Congrats! I am also considering getting one. I liked the aluminum polished one, but the new pastel blue looks beautiful.

How much has been the import duty?

Thanks.

 

Unfortunatley life has got in the way of me getting quality time with the Robot...but for now I just look lovingly at it in the evening on the side board. To be frank it was worth the money as an ornament alone.

 

Just thought I would post a pic of the happy couple....

I will try at some point to formulate some erudite words of wisdom but for now just some very early impressions.

Not quite as simple to dial in as those on a certain other forum might have you believe...also the fact it's a manual lever is about the only similarity with the flair.

I found the transition a tad tricky...about 8 sink shots tricky...was starting to lose my way a bit to be honest. Makes me realise how unique (and clever) the Flair really is...but that's a conversation for another day.

Back to the Robot I finally realised I was just not being confident enough to go fine and really ramp up the pressure to 8-9 bar after PI..with a little decline at the end. I have achieved some pleasing shots on both the Atkinsons LSOL and for contrast a Union Gajah Mountain (as dark as I would ever venture).

Taste is really shining through really nice balance no signs of cringy acidity on the light or bitter on the dark...mouth feel and crema are ok at the moment but reckon I still have some way to go to really nail that aspect.

It wasn't cheap but despite the tough intro and the fact I haven't hit gold as yet...I don't regret a single penny.

Will try and update again in a few weeks with some pics of actual coffee.