3300 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine with integrated milk frother and grinder, 5 Hot & Iced Coffee Pre-Sets, 40% Quieter SilentBrew, 15-Bar Pressure, Glossy Black (EP3326/90)

This is my fourth super automatic espresso machine. The first one started leaking and the espresso was so-so, not great. The second one was a bit too limited, but easy to use. It had technical problems as did the third. Each of them lasted 2-3 years, but even factoring the cost of the machine I was saving a lot of money over going to that green coffee place multiple times a day. The Philips 3300 is very easy to set up. As with all superautomatics, the first few cycles are weak and the used pucks more like mush. This one only needed about 10 cycles to settle into what I would call normal operation. There is adjustability for the finesse of the grind, the amount of coffee ground, amount of water used per cycle, and the temperature. Each adjustment has just three settings except grind fineness which has 7-10. Making the adjustments is very easy with this machine. I found that I had to get the manual out to adjust the others because they had procedures like press and hold the espresso button and then press the clean button to adjust the "aroma" (amount of beans ground). Very convoluted. The Philips 3300 has dedicated buttons for each adjustment. The other machines made it a chore to add water or beans. Adding one or the other required you to move the machine to access the water tank or bean hopper and one I even need to turn the machine to empty the grounds bucket and drip tray. On the Philips both the water tank and drip tray/grounds hopper pull out from the front. You may have to pull the machine out a bit to add beans to the grinder area and adjust the fineness of the grind. The Philips 3300 is the quietest machine I have owned yet. This is important for me because I am an early riser and a couple of my previous machines were quite loud either grinding or the noise from the water pump or both. The espresso is great! There is a decent amount of crema and the extraction is very good yielding shots with minimal bitterness. And, it produces the same quality of espresso consistently. I have a separate milk frother for making lattes and cappuccinos so I did not buy the model with that features a built-in milk heater/frother (Latte Go system). Others have mentioned that it is easy to use and clean. This machine is somewhat easier to clean that other similar machines. I've noticed that it does not produce excess ground beans that end up in the drip tray or scattered in the brew group and brew group chamber. That is probably due to little to no gap between the grinder and brew group. This indicates better engineering in the design to me. I highly recommend the Philips 3300. I have experience with a few other brands. This is my first Philips product, and I couldn't be happier with the ease of use, quality of espresso, and ease of cleanup.

I have worked with coffee for over 15 years of my life. In that time I've used all brands of manual and super automatic machines. The Philips 3300 is a great at home option that delivers a solid tasting shot of espresso in a timely manner. I broke the machine in by grinding through 2-3# of coffee on the first day. Positive observations: - The Philips 3300 pulls me a great tasting shot in about 15-20 seconds. The machine produces a flavorful shot that has a solid body, and nice crema. - There are 6 options: Espresso Shot, Long Shot, Coffee, Iced Coffee, Steam and Hot Water. Each of the coffee options can be pulled 1X or 2X. - Grind can be adjusted manually. - Dose, water, and temp can be adjusted individually from 3 options: Low, Medium, High. This allowed me to dial in my preferred taste. This allows up to 27 different types of shots. I enjoy a high dose, medium water, and high heat. It's the closest that I can get to a solo espresso shot on a commercial machine. In my opinion, high water has yielded a weak espresso shot every single time. It's a lot of water. - The steam wand produces a nice velvety milk foam for hot beverages. - It has a small footprint, and doesn't require much space above the machine, so it's great for being under low cabinets. What could be better: - Bean hopper is OK. I understand it's designed in a manner to keep the machine low profile, but it has opportunities when I'm pulling several shots. The beans don't always move towards the grinder, and often times I am required to push the whole beans towards the grinder. I need to do this every 4-5 grinds. - Espresso shot is good for at home, but the body and crema go dark incredibly quick. Almost immediately, so be prepared to mix/drink the espresso shots immediately. The more flavorful beverages that I have made are approx 5-6 oz total liquid (including the 1.5oz-ish shot). - The steam wand is fair and gets the milk hot at a reasonable pace, but it is finicky. I've learned two things: Steam the milk first, as you can't steam and pull shots at the same time, and once you hit the "steam" button, make sure your wand is breaking the surface of the milk, and leave it. It will take anywhere from 30-50 seconds to start steaming. Leave it, it will eventually turn on and start steaming. - Dispensed hot water comes from the steam wand, and it is a strong, narrow stream of hot water. I should have read the manual, because that one was a surprise. I was expecting it to come out of the spout. - A single serving of espresso, long shot, coffee, or ice coffee will grind and pull one time. If you select a double serving, it will complete the same process, two times, one after another. So, grind, pull and dump followed by another grind, pull and dump. - With Brewed Coffee at max water, 1 serving will yield about 6 ounces. Max dose and water has yielded a satisfying cup of coffee for me. - The espresso machine primes a bit of hot water out of the pour spout before each shot. If I'm not paying attention to it, I'll get a splash of water into my cup before the machine pulls a shot. - The discarded pucks are pretty dry, have a consistent grind, are well extracted, and have solid water saturation throughout. The machine is efficient at extracting shots. Overall, for the price it's a very solid at-home machine. I'm ok with what could be better because the machine does produce great tasting espresso/coffee. If it holds up with the regular use in my household, it will pay for itself in about 2 months. Very pleased with the purchase.

In short, this coffee machine has exceeded my expectations. I deliberately waited some time to try different drinks, test various coffee beans to find the optimal ones, and finally write a less emotional and more objective review. The advantages of the Philips 3300 that matter most to me: • It’s a Fully Automatic Espresso Machine, meaning the brewing process takes just 2 clicks and less than a minute. • Since I enjoy lattes, cappuccinos, and various mixed drinks, having a milk frother is essential. The LatteGo Milk System froths milk very well. I tried milk from different brands and with different fat content – all turned out very well. • The coffee tastes smooth and aromatic (of course, much depends on the beans. I tried 100% Arabica medium roast and 100% Arabica strong roast – both types produce great flavor). I also use an additional water filter before filling the tank, although the machine has its own built-in filter. • The machine is super easy to clean and intuitive to maintain — the milk frother detaches and rinses under water effortlessly, and the coffee grounds container and water tank are also quick and simple to service. This saves me a lot of time. • Regarding noise – before purchasing, I read some comments claiming the machine is loud, which made me look for video reviews with decibel measurements. It turned out that the Philips 3300 is actually significantly quieter than similar models and not noisy at all. Obviously, the grinding process is mechanical, so some sound is naturally produced, and the same goes for frothing milk at up to 15 bars of pressure. However, it is much quieter than I expected and doesn’t bother me at all. Compared to its competitors in the same price range, this model is noticeably quieter (based on my observations and comparisons). • The design is also very appealing – I like the digital menu, the classic style and compact in size. I also use like to create my own mixes and add rum or liqueur for a personalized taste. As for reliability – I haven’t had the machine long enough to test its long-term durability, but everything works properly so far, and I’m satisfied. I hope it stays that way. Disadvantages: So far, I don’t have any. I had been considering switching to the Philips 3300 for several years, and I’m very pleased with the experience. In my opinion, the machine is worth the price if you appreciate good-tasting coffee and don’t plan on buying a professional machine for home use. In my opinion, it’s the optimal choice in terms of price, quality, functionality, and design.

Wir sind mit dem Philips Kaffeevollautomaten Serie 3300 rundum zufrieden. Die Maschine überzeugt durch eine sehr einfache Bedienung, ein modernes Design und vor allem durch die große Getränkeauswahl. Mit nur wenigen Klicks lassen sich Kaffee, Espresso, Cappuccino, Latte Macchiato, Eiskaffee sowie heißes Wasser zubereiten – perfekt für jeden Geschmack und jede Tageszeit. Der Kaffee schmeckt hervorragend, das Aroma ist intensiv und die Getränke sind angenehm heiß. Besonders positiv ist das LatteGo-Milchsystem: Es funktioniert zuverlässig, ist leicht zu reinigen und macht richtig guten Milchschaum. Auch die Lautstärke beim Mahlen ist angenehm und nicht störend, also besonders hervorzuheben. Die Maschine wirkt hochwertig verarbeitet, lässt sich gut reinigen und erklärt sich im Alltag fast von selbst. Einstellungen wie Kaffeestärke, Milchschaum- oder Wassermenge können individuell angepasst werden, was wir sehr schätzen. Insgesamt ein sehr durchdachter, leistungsstarker Kaffeevollautomat, der im Alltag viel Freude macht. Klare Kaufempfehlung!

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