Customer Ratings & Reviews

sadly failed after 2 months. Nothing helps and coffee taste sour like a lemon

The Phillips 3300 Fully Automatic Espresso Machine with LatteGo makes it easy to create good beverages fast - with some excellent features and a well thought out design! Design The more I learn about the Phillips 3300 with LatteGo, the more I'm impressed with the design. It seems they really thought through the options to control the coffee (for an automatic machine), practical usage, and cleaning. One example of this design is the water tank. To remove the water tank, you just slide it out the front. This is great because I don't need lots of free space above or to the side to remove it for filling or cleaning. It slides in an out easily but stays in place as it needs to. I think this also makes it less likely to have water splash out when putting it in or taking it out. The 3300 also comes with a test strip to put under your tap water and test the hardness of your water. You use this test to calibrate the machine for your water. The spout where the coffee comes out is easily adjustable. You can just move it up or down, for short or tall cups, letting size options open while reducing or eliminating splashes. There's a float-based red indicator piece that comes up through the base as it fills with liquid. Parts that come off or are removable are easy to work with. A scoop is included for use with the pre-ground coffee compartment which takes one scoop at a time. Controls The front buttons have color pictures, not a color display - but good looking pictures, showing the different types of beverages you can make as well as their names beneath them. There are LEDs that light up to show things like strength or amount. The buttons are all easy to press, touch sensitive buttons, but not too sensitive that they activate by accident. A number of the buttons can be pressed more than once for two brews of coffee instead of one or more coffee. I have found the controls and front panel to be easy to learn and use. Features There are a lot of features that I think are worth noting so I'm just going to list them and give info about a some of them. - The nozzle assembly moves up and down effortlessly to accept different heights of cups while reducing or eliminating the splash for short cups. - You can keep beans in the hopper and put in pre-ground coffee (brewing one scoop at a time) to have a different kind of coffee. This is great to have regular available normally and make some decaf as needed or quickly try something new, assuming you have a separate grinder or buy pre-ground coffee. - Dispense hot water with no coffee flavor The hot water is dispensed from the spout used for the frothing which never touches the milk, or any coffee. - Adjust water temperature The default setting seems great to me. Apparently there are "Normal, High, and Max" settings so I'm assuming it came on "Normal". I haven't changed this. - Includes a water test strip I was able to check the hardness of my tap water and adjust the machine for it. - AquaClean water filter is included This helps reduce the need to descaling. If you don't want to use it (don't want to buy more after you use the one that comes with it I guess) you can set the machine for not to use AquaClean and remove the filter. - Remembers the previous settings for each beverage - Adjustable grinder Adjust while it is grinding, one notch at a time), the manual recommends waiting a month (or 100 to 150 cups) to change this and go with the default settings while the machine adjusts and calibrates itself. - LatteGo offers simple frothing with easy cleanup - You can stop whatever it's dispensing at any point by pressing the start/stop button LatteGo I think this is a great implementation of a frother that's extremely easy to use as well as easy to clean! It's works very well though the froth always comes out first and then the coffee comes out on top and goes down through it. You do end up with some cream at the bottom and the top. While it doesn't really give you the control of a conventional milk frother, it doesn't take any practice to learn to use and it's hands-off once you put the milk in. When you take it apart to clean, even the "tube" it has going up the side of the canister opens so it can be completely cleaned. Cleaning There is a lot to cleaning it but I think it was well designed with cleaning in mind. Of course you need to empty the bottom tray and the bin that has the used coffee grounds. Besides that you need to do the following: - Remove the "Brew group", the internals the do the brewing, and rinse it under the tap once a week. That's right, the key internals come out and can be rinsed off! - Clean the "Brew group" with a coffee oil remover tablet (two are included) - Rinse the LatteGo after every use - Check for clogging in the pre-ground coffee compartment weekly - Lubricate the "Brew group" every two months (includes a small tube of lubricant) - Rinse the water tank weekly Also, most of the parts are dishwasher safe! Coffee Strength This can definitely make a good cup of coffee! There are a number of ways you can control the strength. There's the 1x or 2x cup adjustment helps for this, it brews once or twice - well, its an amount adjustment, keeping it strong though be brewing a second time. You can adjust the amount of water for each brewing, 1 to 3, and you can also adjust the aroma/strength. You can also change the grinder setting (remember, only one notch at a time and only change it while it's grinding) - you really may be good with the default though. Keep in mind that the machine will adjust when you start using it. So you may want to wait 5 or 10 cups before you start changing the grinder since the manual says to wait up to 150! It only seemed to take a few cups for me but I heard it could be up to 20 though it's often much less than 20. Summary I think there's a lot to love about the Philips 3300. The biggest negatives I can think of are that the LatteGo milk level icons are hard to read (not very important but sort of annoying) and no matter what settings you do it seems the coffee always comes out on top of the frothed milk and then goes down through it. There isn't an option to just dispense the frothed milk, though you could push stop before the coffee comes out. With that out of the way, I think the Philips 3300 is very easy to use while still giving just enough control to produce some variety of excellent drinks in a few button pushes.

The built in grinder did not dispense enough coffee grounds. Tried to make at least 50 espresso shot to "break it in" but still no improvement. Wasted my time on this machine. Returned it and went for a semi-automatic espresso machine instead.

The Philips 3300 Fully Automatic Espresso Machine with LatteGo Milk Frother came in a huge box. Most of which was packaging materials luckily, but the Philips 3300 Fully Automatic Espresso Machine is still pretty big for a coffee maker. It has a really smart design though, with well laid out mostly easy to use components. The instruction manual is all pictures with minimal writing, so some parts were a little confusing. I went on Philips website and there they have a better set of instructions. Overall set up was pretty simple, it says to run the machine several times before making your first cup of actual coffee to drink. So I cycled through each different setting twice. After set up and initial break in period, I brewed myself a nice Capachino to test out, and it came out amazing. I brewed an ice coffee, and a Macchiato as well and both came out delicious. Then I took apart the machine to clean it, which was actually much easier than I expected. Overall I really like this coffee maker, and I look forward to using it very often going into the future!

The Philips 3300 is a fully automatic espresso/coffee machine that promises to does it all, with minimum fuss and space, in a well rounded package without breaking the bank. And after drinking tons of coffee from it for the last week or so, I think it does a decent job overall. Here are few of my observations: Design & Build Even though most of the material is plastic (with shiny finish mimicking metal), nothing feels cheap or shoddy. All the parts fit together well, and putting them together for assembly takes just a couple of minutes. I like the placement of the removable water reservoir (which also boasts a built-in filter) since it slides out towards the front, making it easy to use in tight kitchen counters. And the bean hopper is quite large (lasts me 2-3 days), and has a shaded top cover to protect the coffee beans from direct sunlight. In essence, the Philips 3300 has a smart utilitarian design, and the tight overall footprint is a welcome sight in my ever shrinking kitchen counter. Operation/UI The Philips 3300 automatic espresso machine has a straightforward interface and makes making drinks a breeze, with very little things to get wrong. The buttons are well marked with images (which mimics a display even though these are mostly stickers) and are capacitive type. A few customization buttons provide a tiny bit of control over the drinks, namely the aroma/strength selector. A bunch of indicators pops up from time to time to remind me of when some cleaning needs to be done, or when the water level drops a bit. Even though I typically prefer more customization, I also liked the simple interface this machine has. Apart from the fully “automatic” nature of the machine, it boasts a grinder that is surprisingly quiet (even the milk frother seemed loud compared to it). Coffee quality Now the meat of the matter. Since there’s only a few parameters that can be tweaked (basically the grind setting and the “aroma” strength), making less thinking involved in the coffee making process, I’ve found some weird results when I changed my beans. It seems the system needs some calibration/optimization before a consistent brew is delivered. Especially in the beginning the espresso was very watery and light, almost without any body. After about 3-4 days, it became a bit more enjoyable. However, I always found the machine struggling with lighter roast, as evidenced when I was cleaning out the used coffee pucks - the medium and dark roast beans had a more cleaner, well rounded solid pucks, while the lighter roast ones produced mostly broken soft pucks (making things a little messy). Just straight up espresso (or americano) was always lacked some taste that I always get from my other espresso machines. The regular black “coffee” mode produced something that felt more like watered down espresso (not americano), rather than what I expected to be closer to drip coffee. The milk based beverages (cappuccino and latte macchiato) were better, as I felt like the LatteGo system consistently produced good frothed milk and foam, and since it comes with a press of a button, is immensely convenient. The hot water is very useful when I was looking for a quick way to make tea. I, however, did not use the cold coffee mode much as I’m not a fan of that in general. Maintenance & Cleaning Any good coffee machine will bring with it it’s array of maintenance procedures, and being an automated machine makes the list even longer. Apart from the regular drip tray, milk frother, and the water reservoir, there are, in addition, the brew group which needs to be regularly cleaned, and sometimes lubricated. Most of the items are machine washable, and the user guide has a chart for all the cleaning rituals. I wish the cleaning was more “automatic” as well since the list is not small, however nothing is very difficult to wash/clean. Conclusion In summary, the Philips 3300 is a good package to have for people who want a decent espresso drink without spending time in doing all the good grinding/dosing/tamping etc. by hand on a daily basis. It does not make the best espresso out there, not has the largest array of drinks available. Custom recipes are not available as well. However the ease with how it gets it done is just amazing. For the price I believe it’s worth looking into.

We have bought three of these machines and all of them broke. It was very unfortunate.

I consider myself an avid coffee drinker who chases great espressos in the retail setting and have gone through various products at home. Ultimately, I decided that I preferred to have a high quality drip brewer at home and leave the espresso drinks to the pros. This decision was primarily due to the cost and time it takes to truly craft a good espresso drink. I had another fully automatic espresso machine that totally fell flat. It was a flagship and quite expensive model. This time, I wanted to start with a fully automatic machine that was more on the stepping stone level to the more high level products. The MOST important advice I received (and may have changed the fate of my last machine) is to appropriately "break-in" these machines. Get a 1lb bag of the cheap beans and run it through the machine in it's entirety before you decide on whether you love or hate the machine. You can read online about it, but this is a distinct step that will completely alter your experience. Setup/Design/Unboxing: Right out of the box I was impressed with the look. It's not super fancy but it's sleek and not an eyesore. It takes up a good amount of space and I am glad that it looks like a nice appliance. The setup is super easy to follow. I started with cleaning the machine and its few parts. Brews: I went ahead and alternated espresso and regular coffee for my break-in. I taste tested the 5th, 10th, and last cup. I truly feel there was a noticeable difference in the texture, taste, and depth from beginning to end. Less so in the middle. It's as easy and can be to pick your drink. I love the built in ceramic grinder. There is a good amount of customization which I particularly enjoyed. I upgraded to my favorite coffee beans and tasted cups 3 and 5 (4th went to family). There was an overall distinct improvement from the beans alone but I do feel my drip brewer outperformed this device. The espresso had depth and quality, but not to the level I experience from the coffee shop I buy the beans from. I'd say it got about 75-85% there. Lattes: Adding on the auto-latte feature was amazing. It takes the guess work out and makes it effortless. I use whole milk and the froth experience compared to any non-hand steamed device was probably 8/10. The complete drink itself was again, probably about 80-85% as good as the best I've had with these beans. Clean-up: I am super impressed at the level of thought behind clean-up. I am always wary of milk dispensing products. They minimize the parts and cleaning is a breeze. Overall: In the end, this is a good machine that will definitely make members in the household happy. I think it is a good way to save a ton of money of espresso drinks. This offers equal or better quality than your average or chain coffee shop. It's about 80% there compared to a good coffee shop. I would definitely recommend this a starter unit.

If you're looking for an espresso machine under $1000 this is it. I have had this machine for over a week now and everyone in my household is enjoying their morning brew a little better. They and I don't stop by the coffee shop anymore but instead brew our own coffee or espresso at home. This machine is simple to use but does require some patience on set up and a little bit of a learning curve to perfect the drink you're trying to achieve. It takes both coffee grounds and coffee beans which matches this machine to other high end espresso makers. This one also has a milk frother to add that extra bit of creaminess. If you're stuck on what this machine is capable of, there are simple recipes you can follow to get the full experience but once you have your drink dialed down with the perfect amount of strength and water hardness that you want you're basically good to go for all your morning brews. I couldn't find a way to add different profiles to this espresso machine for an even more customizable experience but for what it does and the price tag, it's definitely worth it if you're a coffee officiando and don't want to break the bank at the coffee shop every morning.

I’ve owned all had the pleasure or displeasure of using various coffee and espresso machines over the years. Most of them have been pod systems. Each one has its unique features and quirks and I can’t say you can consider the results real coffee or espresso. But the Philips LatteGo 3300 has truly impressed me with its blend of convenience, and quality, but much higher quality results in comparison to the systems I used in the past. I can see why this machine is a standout in the crowded market of home espresso makers. Design and Build Quality Philips' LatteGo series of espresso machines share a consistent design philosophy. They embody a contemporary aesthetic, featuring sleek metal exteriors and contrasting black plastic accents. The machine is predominantly made of high-quality plastic, which keeps it lightweight but still feels sturdy and durable. While Philips has clearly dedicated effort to the visual appeal of these machines, their overall appearance may not be particularly awe-inspiring or groundbreaking. The compact footprint should fit in kitchens with limited counter space but still want the all-in-one functionality. It stands about 14 inches but you should be aware you need a few more inches to remove the bean hopper cover or the Pre-ground coffee compartment. The control panel is intuitive, featuring a clear display and touch-sensitive buttons. The control panel is not a touchscreen and the buttons are more capacitive, for lack of a better description. Regardless, navigating through the various settings and options is a breeze, even for those who might not be tech-savvy. The overall build quality is impressive, with components that fit together seamlessly, giving the machine a premium feel. Brewing Performance When it comes to brewing performance, the Philips LatteGo 3300 is great. The machine is equipped with a ceramic grinder, which is normally known for its durability and ability to produce consistent grind sizes. As a novice in the world of espresso making, I'm relieved that I don't need to meticulously adjust measurements like on semi-automatic or manual espresso machines. This simplifies the process and allows me to focus on enjoying the experience. Even if the intent of the machine is to simplify the experience you will still need to pay attention to the grind size and the water amount. These two factors significantly impact the flavor of your coffee even on a fully automatic machine. A few adjustments have resulted in rich and flavorful espresso with a perfect crema every time. The LatteGo Milk System For those who enjoy milk-based beverages, the LatteGo milk system should cover the majority of local coffee shop goers tastes. Unlike traditional steam wands, the LatteGo system is incredibly easy to use and clean. It consists of just two parts: a milk container and a frothing chamber. You simply fill the container with milk, attach it to the machine, and the LatteGo system takes care of the rest. The milk is frothed to a creamy consistency and dispensed directly into your cup, creating quality lattes and cappuccinos with minimal effort. The best part is that the entire system can be disassembled and cleaned in a few minutes. Customization and Versatility In addition to the ease of use, one of the things I appreciate most about the Philips LatteGo 3300 is its versatility. The machine offers five different coffee recipes at the touch of a button: espresso, coffee, Americano, cappuccino, and latte macchiato. Each recipe can be adjusted by the strength, volume, and temperature of your coffee. You can also save your presets so that they come up everytime you turn on the machine. Be aware that you don’t have the level of more expensive machines, including Philips more other models, where you can save the adjustments to individual profiles. Ease of Use and Maintenance Maintenance is also a breeze, thanks to almost everything being accessible and removable. all parts the machine’s AquaClean filter. The filter is supposed to reduce the need for descaling, up to 5,000 cups before needing to descale the machine. I’m not there yet but I’m guessing you’ll need to descale before that. While some parts are dishwasher-safe, it's recommended to refer to the manual for specific instructions. To extend the lifespan of the washable parts, it's advisable to avoid using the dishwasher. Noise Level The Philips LatteGo 3300 is relatively quiet compared in my use but that may be because I have it tucked away under a cabinet in a corner. The ceramic grinder operates smoothly and the grounds are consistent. It’s been a great option for my early rising wife. Value for Money The Philips LatteGo 3300 is a great bang for your buck. It's in the middle of the price range, which means it's not too expensive and not too cheap. Plus, it's built to last and easy to take care of, so you can keep enjoying great coffee for a long time. Environmental Considerations As someone who values environmentally friendly options, I appreciate that Philips has incorporated several eco-friendly features into the LatteGo 3300. The machine is designed to be energy-efficient, with an automatic shut-off feature that helps conserve power. Additionally, the AquaClean filter not only reduces the need for descaling but also minimizes water waste. For coffee enthusiasts who prefer pod coffee, this upgrade is a fantastic option. It eliminates the issue of plastic waste that can be hard or even impossible to recycle. Final Thoughts The Philips LatteGo 3300 is an awesome espresso machine that's perfect for both coffee newbies and pros. It looks nice enough, is easy to use, and makes amazing coffee. Whether you want a simple espresso or a fancy latte, this machine can do it all and it does it really well. The LatteGo milk system’s control panel looks high tech but requires low tech skills. It's super convenient and makes really creamy, frothy milk. You can also customize and save your favorite coffee recipes, which is a nice touch. And because it's pretty quiet and easy to clean, the Philips LatteGo 3300 is a pleasure to use every day. If you're looking for a reliable and versatile espresso machine, the Philips LatteGo 3300 is a great option. It's a well-made machine that will make you feel like you're at a coffee shop, right in your own home.

This beautiful machine is great! My in-laws are from Colombia and coffee is very serious stuff. This gets my and my familia's stamp of approval. Out of the box everything is well secured. Make sure you go through everything carefully as there are several parts. The first thing I noticed is that the water tank uses a filter. This is fantastic! My city water supply is better than some but filtered water will definitely help with taste but also will reduce calcium and mineral build up. It comes with a water hardness test strip that will give you a hardness score of 1 - 5. Enter this into the machine and it does some magic to take this into consideration. Again, this is the sort of attention to detail a coffee aficionado appreciates. All the functions are straight forward as far as beverage preparation is concerned. This is a totally automatic machine. It handles grinding, tamping, brewing, frothing and ground disposal. Just tell it to make something and it literally does everything for you. I had been using a semi automatic machine that I loved but frothing milk manually tough easy, involves some skill and time that is eliminated with this device. It will grind hole coffee beans which is the way I imagine anyone would want to use it but you can also bypass this and add ground coffee if you choose. Convenient if you want to try something different that you grind yourself or if, in an emergency that is all you have on hand it is easy to just open the hatch on the top and put the pre-gound coffee in. I also appreciate that the water reservoir is on the side and easy to see to stay ahead of filling. Another nice touch is a drain pan that is large and includes the spent grounds container which holds several cycles of coffee making. When you pull it out to empty, there is a very useful spout at the back making pouring waste easy and neat. Except for one part all are dishwasher safe. When starting up it goes through some soft of process to get ready. Some water may be dispensed during this as well as during shutdown, so be careful not to place your cup under the spout until it is ready to go. After that it is really just a matter of adding milk, if desired, to the tank and pressing a couple of buttons. The only negative thing I can think of with this is I cannot figure out how to easily get only frothed milk. It is rare that I need this but when I make hot chocolate (which uses another specialized machine) it is nice to top with some frothy dairy goodness. If you like coffee beverages but don't want to fiddle around with all the steps, this is the machine for you. I am truly amazed at how nicely it works and the quality of Java that emerges from within.

The Philips 3000 Fully Automatic Expresso Machine with Lattego Milk Frother is an amazing coffee making device! I received it to use and review and am so glad I did. The unit arrived double boxed, well packaged with no damage and brand new. After unboxing, I set about setting up the espresso machine and learning how to operate it for maximum results. First I needed to buy some fresh dark roast beans. The Philips machine will automatically grind them as part of its coffee-making process. It will also use preground beans if you happen to have any provided they are spoon fed into the forward slot of the bean container (spoon scoop provided with the unit.) To start things off, you must turn on the machine then select one of the illuminated pictures of the various items the Philips 3300 is capable of making: coffee, espresso, iced coffee, hot water, cappuccino, or latte macciato. When making the cappuccino or latte macciato, milk should be placed in the frother before brewing begins. Use an appropriate sized glass or mug to receive the brewed/frothed contents. Once brewing is completed, the machine will send the grounds to a container inside and is ready for the next brewing event. The used grounds are accessed by removing the lower tray and pulling it out. It should be emptied periodically so it doesn't get completely filled. The water tank should also be refilled at the same time if needed. The water tank contains an Aqua Clean filter that removes limescale deposits and reduces the need for descaling. The machine will indicate when a new filter is needed. Simply remove the filter from the water tank and insert a new one when needed. The Philips 3300 Fully Automatic Espresso Machine with Frother has become my new go-to device for morning coffee, espresso and lattes. My wife loves it for its iced coffee abilities and macciatos. It now proudly awaits us on our kitchen counter and fits nicely under our cabinets. Without hesitation, I highly recommend the Philips 3300 Espresso machine to you!

The Philips 3300 fully automatic espresso machine with LatteGo is a tool to help you be your own Barista without spending $8 for your morning coffee. The machine comes nicely packaged with all the parts tucked neatly throughout the packaging. The 3300 does require some initial steps that are crucial for proper functionality. As exciting as it seems you should read the manual to get familiar with the machine. The water tank comes with a water filter that does require some setup which is fairly easy to do. You must also set the water hardness level by testing your water hardness using the included test strip. The machine is set to hard water by default so you can make the necessary adjustments after testing your water. I love how the frother does not have any tubes to clean because that becomes such a pain after each use. Once you are done using your choice of milk you simply rise out the frother and you are good to go. The machine features a beautiful touchscreen color display that allows you to choose your choice of drink as well as customize each drink. The machine allows you to make a regular coffee, espresso, latte, cappuccino, macchiato, iced coffee or simply dispense hot water. The machine features ceramic grinding wheels which can be adjusted to adjust the coffee to your liking, however it is highly recommended to leave the machine at its default setting for the first month. I noticed that my first few cups of coffee out of the machine were mediocre so it does take some time to get the machine dialed in. There is also regular maintenance that is required on the machine which allows you to keep the machine running optimally for years to come. As long as you do the suggested maintenance on the machine you can ensure barista quality drinks at home for years to come

I upgraded from the 3200 which only has the steamer wand. Definitely a MAJOR improvement!!! I was never able to get the milk to froth. With the 3300, the machine takes care of it for you. Otherwise, it's more a matter of what kind of coffee you like. The 3200 has a setting for an Americano which is my preferred coffee drink, while that doesn't exist on the 3300. The 3300 is definitely skewed toward the cappuccino or latte. You can still make an americano, but it will be a matter of brewing the espresso first, then adding the hot water after. It's fine, you can do it, but it's not quite as easy. With the 3200, it lasted for about 4 years before starting to have issues with leaking. It's now been about 5 years, and it still works, it just requires a bit more attention. At full retail price of $800, this machine will pay for itself in about 6 or 7 months if you stop going to a coffee shop every day, so I'd say it's definitely worth it over time. If you can spring for one of these and stop going to a big-chain coffee place, go for it!

Easy to use. Love the look and feel of the product.

Simple and reliable, makes me coffee and tea daily, and occasionally a latte. It's a great addition to my kitchen.

Great machine Makes a nice coffee Just hope the durability is there

Wonderful product, easy to use and saves counter space.

This is the second machine we have purchased. First one lasted about 2 years. Tried to get it fixed, but repair process is hard to navigate. Still bought another though

Within four months after expiration of two-year warranty, zero brew was produced through spout. In reliance on Philips customer support, I spent considerably time and money trying to fix. Now quality of brew varies greatly, quantity of brew ranges from almost none to slightly less than normal, and bean usage is significantly increased. Philips customer service is extremely poor.