Philips Barista BrewSemi-automatic espresso machine

Coffee is excellent; the machine is very easy to use, but the grinder is horrible. Coffee particles are around the machine after every grind! Even with the plastic insert provided, I think Philips missed the design big time. I am thinking of returning a machine.

This was my first machine and I loved how it came with all the accessories. I wanted to love this machine but I was never able to get consistent optimal pressure (maybe 1 / 5) times. The issue with the machine is that it's over extracting, I ended up returning it and getting the 3228 and it's working great so far. From what I read online this is a known issue.

From the beginning of me owning the coffee machine, the unit began to leak out of the back of the machine onto the circuit board and wiring within the machine. I found the source of the leak that turned out to be a faulty o ring that was split. I called Philips to get a warranty but told me it was void due to me opening the back to try to pin point the source. Later on the Warranty person told me to take a video and run the unit with the wiring being soaked by water. I advised them this would be a hazard and that I advise against running the unit while the wiring is being soaked in water. After a day I got a follow up email stating that the unit would not be covered. I’ve made a total of 2 coffee’s that poured onto my counter. I want my money back. Don’t bother with the Barista Brew