Krups XP2010

The Krups XP2010 is probably the worst piece of Kitchen equipment I have ever had (and I'm in my 50's).

First the espresso maker was intermintent, making pulsing noises and then the display flashing on and off - no coffee.

Now the filter coffee maker has failed because when the pot is under the filter-holder it no longer opens the valve - so no coffee.

It's going back, we intend to get a refund as this is equipment is not fit for purpose.

The Krups XP2010 is probably the worst kitchen equipment I have ever had.

1) Espresso maker is intermittent, often not working and just pumping and then the control panel flashes and it stops. The water tank is full. - No coffee.

Leaks all over the kitchen top which has now delaminated as the footprint is so large you can't see the leaks unless you move it.

2) Now the filter coffee doesn't work. The pot no longer opens the valvel in the filter holder

It's going back - not fit for purpose - intend to get money back. See other reviews too (eg eOpinions) - very low scores. Seems to be a lot of breakdowns.

Bought originally from John Lewis in December 2006, it made good filter coffee, and espresso, but the froth making nozzle always seems a bit pathetic, failing to froth milk to any discernable degree.

In fact, shaking the milk container did a better job...

After a few months, the fascia around the hotplate started flaking away in chunks, and then the on/off button LED failed, so it was hard to tell if it was on or off.

The coffee jug always dribbled as I poured, unless I was very very careful. What a pain, as my last machine, a £29 Morphy Richards didn't do this unless I was very hasty.

Overall, I was very underwhelmed with the longevity of this machine and would never buy another Krups again. I understand the later version was no better according to other 'net reviews, and mine was typical too.

A £29 machine would have done a better job (My old one still is...)