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Philips Baristina Plus BAR500/00 Stainless Steel
Current product
402,-
Retail price DeLonghi
599,-389,-
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549,99429,-
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Built-in tamper
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Water tank capacity | 1,2 l | |
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Type of tamper | Built-in tamper | |
Number of cups per brew | 1 | |
Cup warmer | ||
Standby mode | ||
Removable water tank |
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I've been using the Philips Baristina Plus BAR500/00 Stainless Steel for a few weeks now and I think it's a great coffee machine. It's sturdy, makes delicious espressos, and looks sleek on my countertop. It's just a shame I can't make a milk-based specialty.
Easily add beans I don't want too much hassle in the morning. This machine's bean hopper is easy to refill without spilling. The opening is wide, and the lid closes securely, keeping the beans fresh. The machine grinds them immediately for every cup, so I always taste fresh coffee. That really makes the difference compared to pre-ground coffee.
Automatic tamper I no longer have to press the coffee myself. The automatic tamper does it with just the right amount of force. That saves time and mess. I just press the button, push the filter holder to the right, and the machine does the rest. I've found that my espressos always taste the same because of this. Where I used to sometimes have weak coffee, it's now perfect every time.
Also makes iced coffee I love drinking iced coffee in the summer. This piston coffee maker can do that too. I press the iced coffee button, add ice to my glass, and the machine does the rest. The machine automatically adjusts the strength so the flavor isn't too watery. You can't make cappuccino or latte macchiato, though. You need a separate milk frother for those.
Sturdy machine The machine feels really sturdy. Nothing creaks or moves, even when I fill the water tank or tighten the portafilter. The stainless steel material means I don't have to worry about dents or scratches when cleaning the machine. That gives me confidence that it will last a long time.
Beautiful design I find the design sleek and timeless. The combination of stainless steel, the black accents, and the wooden handle of the portafilter fits well in my kitchen. It doesn't take up much space and looks professional, without being overly conspicuous.
Bas. Pistonmachine specialist.
13 November 2025
Automatically translated from Dutch
Since I got the Baristina, I've started my day completely differently. It's ready in a minute, and I barely have to think about it. Beans in, button, done. The machine is a bit small, so I find myself refilling it more often than I'd like, but hey... maybe I just drink too many espressos. What I really love is that you barely hear it. Sometimes I grab a shot in the evening, and no one notices. The automatic tamper is also ideal; I don't want to mess with pressure. The taste is the same every time, nice and full. Simple machine, no fuss, exactly what I needed.
Tom
8 December 2025
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For years, we had a beautiful Italian coffee maker with a separate grinder, but after our children arrived, we switched to a Nespresso machine. Now that we're a few years further along, I was looking for a machine that fits perfectly between the two mentioned above. I find a fully automatic coffee maker a bit too much maintenance hassle, and I don't want to go back to having to fine-tune everything for a good espresso or lungo. The Baristina is a perfect fit, at least for us. It looks great, is quite compact, and is extremely easy to use. The first time I used it, I was especially struck by how quiet the grinder is, especially for its price range. All you have to do is choose whether you want espresso or lungo (and whether you want it extra strong) and slide the piston to the right. After a few seconds of grinding, the piston moves back to the left, and the coffee starts to flow. The only drawback I've experienced so far is that when sliding the piston to the left, some ground coffee sometimes falls into the cup. Luckily, this is easily fixed by placing the cup under the piston just after it slides to the left. The coffee is delicious, provided you buy good beans, of course :) Fortunately, you can adjust the amount of espresso or lungo by pressing the espresso or lungo button again once you think there's enough coffee in your cup. That setting is then remembered, which is very convenient because it allows you to adjust the amount of coffee you want and its strength (a longer brewing time obviously results in a slightly weaker coffee). It would have been nice to be able to adjust the grind size, but that's the only thing I can think of. It's a great device!
Nils
4 November 2025
Automatically translated from Dutch
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The Consumentenbond has subjected the Philips Baristina Plus BAR500/00 Stainless Steel to strict testing. The Philips Baristina Plus BAR500/00 Stainless Steel has been awarded a high score and holds the prestigious 'Best Tested' award!
Product number | 969643 | |
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Manufacturer code | BAR500/00 | |
Brand | Philips | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Type of coffee/filling | Coffee beans, Ground coffee | |
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Bean grinder included | ||
Bean grinder type | Built-in bean grinder | |
Water tank capacity | 1,2 l | |
Removable water tank | ||
Removable drip tray | ||
Thermometer |
Number of cups per brew | 1 | |
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Adjustable water temperature | ||
Suitable for frothing milk |
Hot water function | ||
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Display | ||
Auto shut-off | ||
Cleaning indication | ||
Standby mode | ||
Cup warmer | ||
Storage compartment | ||
Non-slip feet |
Included by default | Tamper | |
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Type of tamper | Built-in tamper |
Spout height | 13,5 cm | |
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Filter holder material | Stainless steel | |
Height | 35 cm | |
Width | 18,5 cm | |
Depth | 38 cm | |
Weight | 5,8 kg | |
Color | Silver | |
Material | Metal | |
Metal type | Stainless steel | |
Material interior | Stainless steel |
Coffee heating system | Boiler | |
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Power | 0,26 - 129 W | |
Pump pressure | 16 bar | |
Pressure gauge |
