7Sunbeam Mini Barista EM4300

Sunbeam Mini Barista EM4300

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shasta
shasta New South Wales · 6 posts
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Good product at an affordable price

Mini Barista EM4300

Overall it feels well made, easy to refill water and easy to clean and it is nice looking. Warm up time is around 1 minute. With coffee ground correctly I can produce a coffee as good as any coffee shop in my area. What I like is the group handle is the same size as a commercial machine, 58mm. And its metal so it holds the heat. Also the group head is high enough to fit a mug underneath. Steam wand takes about 30 seconds to get going, it does the job nicely. So far I'm very happy with this purchase, bought while on special at Target for $200.00. The only complaint is that to put the group handle in and take out requires you to hold on to the whole machine, as it is so light. However because it makes such a nice coffee and was a good price, that is acceptable to me.

Purchased in at Target Australia for $200.

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Hello shasta,
Thank you for your GREAT Review. Happy to hear you're loving your Mini Barista.

Stephanie
Stephanie Sydney · 16 posts
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You get what you pay for

Mini Barista EM4300

I initially loved this machine. I used it daily making one to two coffees and I was impressed with the ease of use and the fabulous results. However, like other reviewers here mine has started making the grinding noise as soon as you turn it on at the socket. It also leaks water into the drip tray. I tried to descale it (I have descaled the machine previously) but it’s of no use as water not only goes through the steam wand but also leaks into the drip tray meaning I have been unable to finish the descaling cycle. Unfortunately for me I can’t find the receipt but the machine would only be about 18 months old. I think I paid about $215 from Myer. Another piece of junk heading for landfill.

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Vanessa
Vanessa Perth, WA · 3 posts
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Excellent for the money!

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

We purchased this coffee machine when we had to put our larger Breville dual boiler in for service. I looked at both Breville option and Sunbeam. The equivalent Breville has a few extra gadgets and the group head feels heavier (but surprisingly doesn’t seem to fit as much coffee in it). For about $200 less than the Breville this does exactly what we want, no fuss, with a small counter footprint & fewer extra bits & pieces to store.

To get our perfect shot we’ve learned to not pack down the coffee grind too much or it won’t come through. Steam is consistent & dry, after heating to temp. Other reviews I read says it was loud but I’ve found this the case only fleetingly if you let it get to temp and gradually lower steam wand into milk.
This is a great back up machine for us & a perfect housewarming gift for someone starting out! Definitely would recommend!

Purchased in at Kitchen Warehouse WA, Osborne Park for $279.

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Hello Vanessa,
Thank you for the great feedback.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your tips to perfecting the optimal espresso shot.

Thank you for your continued support,
Sunbeam Customer Care

LizK
LizK Far North Queensland, QLD · 2 posts

Second Sunbeam EM4300S that has started leaking from the base after 1-2 years

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

Bought my first sunbeam mini barista in 2020 and it lasted 2 years until it started leaking from the base. Purchased another as I like the machine and the price, just thinking the leaking was a once off. Purchased a second mini barista in July 2022 and now in November 2023 this machine is leaking the same way as the previous machine.

Purchased in at Harvey Norman Retail Stores - Electronics for $347.

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M Holl
M Holl · 2 posts

Awful machine!

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

Can’t get the coffee head to fit. Works like a charm if there’s no coffee in it- but as soon as you add tue coffee - won’t fit. Steamer stopped working after month regardless of it being cleaned. Complete waste of money.

Purchased in at Harvey Norman for $300.

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Maggie
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Good little machine

Mini Barista EM4300K (Black)

Have had my new machine for a week now after my 4300s model stopped working after 5 years of producing awesome coffees every time. I love the look of the new one and the extraction is great but I cannot get the milk to the same perfection. The steam seems to be much fiercer and the milk does not froth the same, so I end up with a watery coffee which is too hot

Purchased in at Harvey Norman Retail Stores - Appliances for $348.

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Ainslie G.
Ainslie G.

Poor build and longevity of machine - fantastic coffee though!

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

Purchased in for $250.

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Marc
Marc Metropolitan Adelaide, SA · 37 posts
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Top quality coffee for a great price.

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

Purchased in at JB Hi-Fi Retail Stores for $269.

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Sam P.
Sam P. Metropolitan Adelaide, SA · 3 posts
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Still going strong after 5 years

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

Excellent product for the price. I got mine for $199 at Harvey Norman five years ago. It has proven to be durable as I've used it daily for the last five years with no issues. The group head is good and full-sized, steam wand works well and the whole unit is easy to clean and maintain. If the coffee grinds are a bit too fine then the pump won't be able to push the water through the coffee, but you can judge the ideal grind level and tamping after a few uses. It comes with dual wall filter baskets - a single and a double. I bought a single wall (non-pressurised) filter basket separately which I predominantly use as my preference. This machine is a good, affordable basic unit that produces consistently great shots of coffee.

Purchased in at Harvey Norman for $199.

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Emma South East Queensland, QLD · 2 posts

Great coffee machine for 1-2 years and then always ends the same way

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Purchased for $215.

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Annie
Annie · 5 posts
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Faulty machine

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Annie
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Hi sunbeam. There was no resolution at all to my matter. The team does not work that well as it took weeks to get responses from the team and I was unable to get any help from them.

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Mrs B.
Mrs B. Metropolitan Adelaide, SA

Made awesome coffee for 6 months, then broke down

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

Purchased in at Myer for $265.

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Terry
Terry Metropolitan Adelaide, SA · 3 posts

Good value

Mini Barista EM4300K (Black)

Purchased in for $223.

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Diego Rodriguez Perth, WA · 2 posts

Nice coffee but known design flaw with water pumping nonstop

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Purchased in for $250.

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Wombat Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC · 3 posts
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EM4300 not as good as earlier entry level model EM4800

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

Purchased in at Amazon for $425.

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Wombat
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I have called, but this is already being processed by customer service, who I should add, have been treating the issue seriously.

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Ron B.
Ron B. · 4 posts

A great little machine

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

This is my first espresso machine and I bought it when the pandemic started and the coffee shops closed.
It is still going strong and causing me no grief.
I make sure it is unplugged from the power after each use and I clean and descale every 6 months.
If it dies I'll be buying another for sure

Purchased in at The Good Guys for $239.

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Shanny
Shanny · 4 posts

Don't waste your money

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Mark M South East Queensland, QLD · 3 posts

Great coffee from an excellent machine

Mini Barista EM4300S (Silver)

This must be the best value coffee machine around. It makes consistently great coffee and is simple to use and maintain. It even looks great in the kitchen and takes up minimal bench space. I find Lavazza Ora ground coffee works very well in this machine.

Purchased for $269.

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Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunbeam Mini Barista EM4300

My coffee machine is leaking. What can I do?

Establish where the leak is coming from:

  • From the front of the machine under the Drip Tray – make sure the Drip Tray is emptied regularly and positioned tightly against the coffee machine before each use.
  • From the back of the machine under the Water Tank – check for any cracks or leaks coming from the water tank. Make sure there are no foreign particles or object blocking the valve. Ensure Water Tank is sitting correctly against the coffee machine.
  • From the group head – ensure filter basket and group handle is locked in position before use. Clean shower head regularly and replace group head seal, if required.

If you require further assistance please contact the Sunbeam customer care team - 1300 881 861 (8:30am to 5:00pm - Monday - Friday AEST).

My machine keeps pumping water even after I descale and reset the programs, what should I do?

Contact the Sunbeam Customer Service Center on 1300 881 861 (AU) or 0800 786 232 (NZ).

How do I clean and care for my machine?

The espresso making process involves extracting oils out of coffee grinds. Deposits of grinds and oils build up over time affecting the taste of the coffee and operation of the espresso machine. Purging water through the Group Head and Steam Wand, before and after making each coffee, is the easiest way to keep your machine clean. Sunbeam Espresso Machine Cleaning Tablets (EM0020) are available for purchase from Sunbeam.

Why is my machine constantly leaking water? What can I do to fix it?

  1. Make sure the drip tray is pushed tightly against the machine. Empty it regularly to avoid waste water overflow.
  2. Make sure the red plug on the water reservoir is removed and reservoir is sitting flush against the machine. Check for any cracks or foreign particles stuck on the valve / connectors on the water tank and machine base.
  3. If it's leaking from the group head make sure the group head handle is on tight and check for the seal.

The steam wand on my machine has stopped working, what can I do to fix it?

When the steam setting is selected, an initial amount of water / steam comes out and then stops. After the thermoblock heats to a higher temp, the steam will start. If no steam from the wand comes out at all, the steam nozzle might be blocked by milk residue or scale build up. Soak the wand in soapy warm water to soften the milk residue, then follow the user manual to clean and descale the machine.

I suspect water is leaking internally, what should I do?

Contact the Sunbeam Customer Service Center on 1300 881 861 (AU) or 0800 786 232 (NZ).

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kelshep
kelshep ·  · Mini Barista EM4300

My machine is about 2 years old and water is now coming out of the steam wand every time I make a coffee. Has anyone else had this issue?

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John H.
John H. ·  · Mini Barista EM4300

I need to replace the electrical plug. The three wires are blue, brown and yellow/green. Can anyone confirm which is earth, live and neutral?

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Sherilee
Sherilee ·  · Mini Barista EM4300

My machine is only 2 to 3 months old. Today it won't stop flashing light to say its heated, I turn it on to try to get steam out the wand and hot water comes after a very small amount of steaming. I turn it back to the centre to reheat, and the light for steam stays on. After a wiggle of the dial it goes back to the centre light but still flashes consistently and won't get to the point of staying on fully. Therefore I can't get it to purge coffee.

M Holl
M Holl · 

Mine does exactly the same thing. It is just a very poor machine. :(

Sunbeam
Sunbeam · 

Hi there,

Thank you for sharing your experience while using your Sunbeam Mini Barista EM4300.

To better assist you, please contact us at sau-customerservice@newellco.com, or call us on 1300 881 861, from 10:00am to 6:00pm - Monday - Friday AEDT.

Thank you,
Sunbeam Customer Care

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CategorySemi-Automatic and Manual Coffee MachinesSemi-Automatic and Manual Coffee Machines
Price (RRP) $329$329
Pump Pressure15 bar15 bar
Input Power1,350 W1,350 W
Dishwasher Safe PartsNoNo
Water Tank Capacity2 L2 L
Dimensions 330 x 295 x 250 mm330 x 295 x 250 mm
Weight7.1 kg7.1 kg
Milk FrotherSteam WandSteam Wand
Bean GrinderNoneNone
Manufacturer Warranty1 year(s)1 year(s)
Colour / FinishSilverBlack
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  • GTIN13: 9311445024959 and 9311445034576
  • MPN: EM4300, EM4300EM0480, EM4300K and EM4300S

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