Philips BAR300/00 Baristina Bean to Cup Coffee Machine

Utter simplicity

I am extremely pleased with my purchase it is simple to use and provides a satisfying brew of coffee. My only complaint is that I ordered a white Machine and I received a black one. But overall very good and very pleased

Bomber, 65 or over

Great machine!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Really good machine. It's super helpful to have the integrated coffee beans grinder. So easy to have a coffee in the morning! The water tank is quite large and doesn't need refilling too often. On top of that, it looks really good in my kitchen! Only downside is that occasionally some of the grinded coffee powder falls around the mug. Also, I'd love for it to have a rinse function without the portafilter in.

ChiaraF

Great device

Brilliant, so easy to use. Decent strong brew if using the extra strength function.

Pedro50, 65 or over

Superb coffee machine

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Superb coffee machine. This coffee machine is a must for anybody looking for a quick easy to use coffee machine that makes lovely coffee and very frothy milk which last until the last mouthful.

AthiaS

Easy to use , easy to clean

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Compact size easy to use, i love the modern design has a quiet performance and a great addition to my kitchen delivers a strong aromatic espresso

SarahD

Super cute! Easy to use!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I actually love this! It’s so cute and compact and I love the colours! So aesthetically pleasing! Found it really easy to use and great that it grinds the beans rather than needing an actual grinder too. Easy to clean and quick to use!

GeorginaB

Proper coffee with minimal effort

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall this is a really decent coffee machine. It produces great tasting coffee quickly and easily at the press of a couple of buttons. For a coffee machine it is actually fairly quiet. Nine times out of ten the coffee granule grinds holder slots into place but occasionally it doesn’t slide across which can be a little frustrating but nothing major. It feels really durable and robust, the individual pieces are not flimsy. Capacity wise, it holds enough water for at least 10 espressos before needing a refill, or 3-4 mugs of lungo. The main issues with the machine for me personally fall with the drip tray not being big enough, the coffee drips and splashes over the full base but the drip tray is too deep to allow a decent sized cup underneath, but not wide enough to catch all the drips. This is a small issue and not a major flaw of the product, just a pointer. Overall it’s a great, stylish coffee machine that doesn’t take up much bench space.

LauraS

Beautiful coffee

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It took me a few attempts to find the right coffee beans to put it in but other than that it’s amazing. So easy to refill the water and bean section. It was really easy to set up. After a few attempts I made the perfect espresso. I now use it like I have had it for years and it never fails. Beautiful coffee with every use. It makes making fresh coffee easy. Has a sleek design and fits into my kitchen perfectly.

DanielleP

Philips Baristina Espresso Mschine

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I LOVE IT It’s so nice and compact great design lovely colour and so easy to use. Great little machine and so Lightweight fits in lovely in my kitchen. Looks lovely and classy. Open the top put in the beans. Place the cup under the dispenser and let it do its work. I didn’t get the milk frothy so bought a hand held one which is easy to use. So I get a lovely frothy coffee

RosemarieP

Easy at home barista style coffee

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently started using this Phillips Baristina espresso machine and it has completely transformed how I make my coffee at home. what stands out straight away is how simple and quick it is to use. I just add my favourite coffee beans, fill the water tank, swipe the handle and the machine does everything from grinding to tamping to brewing. It takes less than a minute to make a fresh espresso which makes mornings feel much easier and more enjoyable. The coffee quality is genuinely impressive. The 16bar pressure helps extract a rich full flavour from the beans and create smooth espresso with a nice crema on top. Because it uses freshly ground beans every time the aroma and taste feel much closer to a coffee shop drink compared to pod machines. I also like that I can choose between espresso and longo and even boost the intensity for a stronger cup depending on my mood. The design is another big highlight. It is compact and does not take up much space on the kitchen counter but still feels modern and well made. The bean container holds a good amount and the water tank is large enough for several drinks which means I do not have to refill it constantly. It is also relatively quiet compared to other coffee machines which I have tried before which makes it nicer to use early in the morning. Cleaning and maintenance are surprisingly simple. The portafilter design means I can easily move the used coffee grounds and rinse the parts without dealing with messy internal components. Some parts are dishwasher safe, which makes things even more convenient. I also like that it does not use pods so there is less waste and means it is more environmentally friendly. One small down side is that there is a limited control over things like grinding size which means you cannot fine tune the coffee as much as some more advanced machines. It also does not include a built in milk system. If you enjoy lattes or cappuccinos, you would need a separate milk frother. But this is easily solved by purchasing a separate milk frother if needed. Overall, this machine is a great balance of convenience, quality and simplicity. It delivers fresh flavorful coffee quickly and makes the whole process feel easy and enjoyable. If you want a straightforward way to make barista style coffee at home without too much effort than this is a great option.

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