TOP 12 best Philips coffee machines: 2021 rating and which model with automatic cappuccino maker to choose for your home

Aromatic coffee has become an integral part of the lives of many people.
Especially in the morning, every person wants to cheer up, but spend a little time on it. In this case, to brew a delicious drink, it is better to purchase a coffee machine for your home. The range of such devices is varied, so choosing the right model is not easy.

For the convenience of customers, we analyzed statistics on purchases of coffee machines from the Dutch company Philips for 2021 in terms of price/quality ratio.

The selection of the best models was made taking into account 3 factors: expert reviews, opinions of ordinary buyers and official test results (Rostest).

The rating of the 12 best coffee machines was compiled on the basis of a set of indicators that ensure functionality, convenience, safety and reliability of using the device in combination with an adequate price.

About the brand

It was a small family enterprise, a factory that produced electric lamps. The lamps were successful, and they were even ordered for the candelabra of the Winter Palace in Russia. A few years later, the Queen of the Netherlands awarded the enterprise royal status.

There are several official representative offices of the brand in Russia, with the first one opening back in 1914 in St. Petersburg.

Philips started making coffee machines by the middle of the 20th century, but their own equipment remained at the average level of the market. In 2009, they bought the Saeco brand (and Saeco already had a subsidiary, Spidem, and the Gaggia brand, which they had previously purchased).

At one time, the coffee machines were called Philips Saeco, but then the brands were divided, leaving four brands. They are all promoted separately and positioned in their own way. Philips coffee machines are relatively inexpensive, cheaper than Saeco, but they have 90% of the same technical base, and often the models are similar.

Specifications

Important features of coffee machines are presented in the table for a visual comparison of the differences and average prices. As you can see below, the brand is consistent - almost all models have the same size and water tank capacity, with the exception of the HD8649 2000 Series.

How to choose and what to pay attention to?

Before purchasing a Philips coffee machine that will be permanently placed on your desktop, you need to evaluate:

• model dimensions;
• availability of necessary manual and automatic operating modes;
• ability to work with various types of coffee, tea, cocoa and other drinks;
• container capacity for water and coffee (beans or ground), the ability to simultaneously prepare several cups of coffee;
• variety of prepared drinks;
• the presence of a cappuccino maker, manual or automatic addition of milk;
• ease of maintenance: ease of loading ingredients, accessibility of containers and trays;
• self-cleaning, absence of technological holes that are difficult for high-quality and quick cleaning of the device.

Range

Philips automatic coffee machines are presented in several series. Often new models are slightly updated old solutions, but this does not make them any worse. We will consider what is relevant in Russia in 2021 - 2021; in other countries the product line may differ slightly.

Series 2100

In fact, it’s an updated 2000, to which an auto-cappuccino maker and several new functions were added, but the technical components remained the same. A milk jug is included.

A 1-liter water tank is enough for 2-3 coffee drinkers, but for a large group you will have to add water during the process. Models – HD8649 – 2 options in different body colors – black and silver.

Coffee maker with coffee grinder Philips HD7761

This small coffee maker with built-in coffee grinder from Philips has a stylish design and is equipped with a convenient digital control for preparing the perfect coffee according to your preferences.

Why did we choose the HD7761 model for review? Because this is the cheapest coffee machine with a coffee grinder. There are, of course, a couple more little-known Chinese models, but here Philips is still a well-established brand.

The operating principle of the coffee machine is standard - turn it on, pour the required amount of water into the compartment, using a measuring container. Next, use the regulator to set the number of cups, the strength, and if coffee beans are used, the degree of grinding, and by double-clicking the round regulator, we start the preparation program.

All settings are reflected on the red indicator located to the left of the regulator. If you forgot to unplug it, it’s okay, the device will turn itself off in a couple of hours.

What’s nice is that the bowl is not plastic, but heat-resistant glass. But we don’t recommend knocking it too hard - if it breaks, it will be difficult, since it props up the coffee pouring valve from below, forcing it to open, and other containers may not be suitable in height.

From below, the bowl is heated by a disk heater, inside of which is a heating element. This will allow you to preheat the container while the water is boiling. So the temperature of the drink will not decrease due to pouring into a cold glass, and the taste will be more pleasant. At least that’s what all true coffee lovers recommend.

The power cord is somewhat short - a little more than a meter. Therefore, the outlet should be close to the coffee machine. But many people have switchable power filters in the kitchen for many electrical appliances, so everything is fine - an excessive length of a dangling cord is also not good.

As for the coffee grinder, it works quite quietly. We recommend turning the regulator to the finest grind so that the coffee is maximally saturated with the necessary substances. If this is not enough, and the pieces are too large, you can adjust the setting of the millstones. True, for this you will have to disassemble the case.

The total coffee preparation time is approximately 10 minutes. Once you've done everything, don't forget to remove the filter from the compartment by pulling the small plastic tab on the right side of the case towards you. We take it out and wash it thoroughly in water. If this is not done, after 2-3 days the remaining coffee will begin to bloom.

Features of the Philips HD7761 coffee machine

• Built-in coffee grinder for freshly ground coffee
• The strength selection system allows you to set the desired coffee strength
• Grind control to prepare your drink according to your taste
• Coffee grinder shut-off button for using ground coffee
• Innovative water level indicator
• Automatic shutdown after 2 hours
• The drip-stop system allows you to interrupt coffee preparation at any time
• Stylish LCD display with clear interface
• Really affordable price for many

Technical specifications of the Philips HD7761 coffee machine

• Type of coffee maker: drip
• Ground and bean coffee used
• Power 1000 W
• Coffee pot volume 1.2 l
• Control of coffee strength, adjustment of water portion, grinding degree
• Auto shutdown
• Built-in coffee grinder with grinding adjustment
• The filter is permanent
• Anti-drip system
• Red display
• Automatic heating plate
• Cord storage compartment
• Housing material: plastic
• Water level indicator 10 steps
• Power-on indication
• Dimensions 20x45x28 cm
• Price about 150 dollars

The first thing that catches your eye is the stylish black-steel body and small dimensions. The coffee machine is slightly larger than a regular electric kettle. And its convenient rectangular shape allows it to easily “fit” into the kitchen workshop among other appliances.

Philips HD7761 test results

Overall we are happy with the coffee maker, we have been using it for three months now, the coffee is delicious and it cooks quickly. True, it is somewhat inferior in strength to that brewed in a Turk, but this is a problem with the vast majority of drip coffee makers.

The menu is convenient, clear and logical. No one will have any difficulties connecting and setting up. The filter is synthetic, easy to clean and does not require constant replacement.

The instructions, which can be downloaded here, describe everything in detail about the use and maintenance of the device. In general, we recommend it to all coffee lovers as one of the most inexpensive models equipped with a coffee grinder.

How to choose a Philips coffee machine?

The choice of coffee machine should be made based on a number of technical criteria and buyer preferences, such as:

1. Type of coffee machine . They are automatic and drip. The first device will allow you to prepare several types of drinks, while the second models will brew only classic coffee.
2. Device power . It should start from 1,500 W.
3. Volume of the water and milk tank . It depends on how much of the aromatic drink the user will consume. The optimal size of the water tank is 1.2 liters, the milk tank must have a capacity of at least 0.6 liters.
4. Control type . The coffee machine has an electronic or mechanical control type. The electronic type implies a display with touch buttons, and the mechanical control type is equipped with a regulator or regular buttons.
5. Additional functions . Coffee makers released by Philips in 2021 are most often equipped with a manual or automatic cappuccino maker, a built-in coffee grinder with different degrees of bean grinding, a timer, etc.

Coffee machine Philips HD8825 3000 Series

The model is made of black plastic, which reflects fingerprints. All scratches on the body become noticeable. Based on numerous reviews, users are not very happy with the flimsiness of the materials used. There is no display.

The device is suitable for cooking only grain products. The cappuccino maker is semi-automatic, which is somewhat inferior to other options for Philips coffee machines.

The built-in coffee grinder has ceramic millstones that grind beans without much noise. The coffee compartment has an additional lid to seal and preserve the aroma.

The average price is 23,509 rubles.

The large 1.8 liter water tank has a handle and is closed with a lid. It is convenient to add water and cook 3-4 servings of hot mass, 2 cups at a time. There is an energy saving mode.

In appearance, the machine is small and compact; dimensions 22x33x43 cm and weight 7.2 kg make it possible to place it in a cozy office or small kitchen.

Advantages:

• energy saving;
• tasty coffee;
• simple controls.

Flaws:

• does not brew ground coffee;
• fragility of plastic;
• fingerprints on the panel.

TOP 4 best Philips coffee machines with cappuccino maker

Philips EP5064 Series 5000

The Philips EP5064 Series 5000 coffee machine has a black design .
Controlling the coffee brewing functions is very simple - it is carried out using electronic buttons. The machine allows you to brew five types of coffee, select the volume of the drink, and also adjust the strength and degree of grinding.

The thermoblock made of aluminum and stainless steel will help you prepare different types of coffee at the ideal temperature . You can grind coffee beans in five modes using the built-in coffee grinder, which is equipped with durable ceramic millstones and an airtight container to preserve the freshness of coffee beans.

To create a gentle milk foam, the coffee maker has a milk jug with a cappuccino maker..

The manufacturer's well-thought-out design allows you to avoid spending a lot of time cleaning the device. Now you can remove milk residues with the quick clean function, which can be activated by pressing one button.

Specifications:

• type of coffee maker – automatic;
• volume – 1.8 l (water tank), 0.5 l (milk jug);
• built-in coffee grinder – yes;
• The coffee used is ground and beans.

pros

stylish design and compact size;

delicious coffee with milk foam;

intuitive controls.

Minuses

The capacity of the grain container is small.

Philips EP2021 Series 2200

A special feature of the Philips EP2021 Series 2200 model is the presence of a classic cappuccino maker included .
This device allows you to whip milk into a delicate foam for cappuccino. The coffee machine can easily grind coffee beans to brew up to 20,000 cups of coffee thanks to its durable ceramic millstones.

12 grinding levels are available to the user - from very fine powder to coarse powder.

The simple design of the coffee maker allows you to brew only two types of coffee.

However, the user can adjust a number of parameters that affect the quality of drinks: water temperature, aroma intensity, strength, serving size.

The design of the coffee machine is glossy black with a silver edging; a touch control panel is provided for control. Caring for the internal structure of the machine is ensured by the automatic plaque removal function.

Specifications:

• type of coffee maker – automatic;
• volume – 1.8 l (water tank);
• built-in coffee grinder – yes;
• The coffee used is ground and beans.

pros

pleasant taste of coffee;

simple controls;

Convenient to use cappuccino maker.

Minuses

It works very noisily.

Philips EP2020 Series 2200

The Philips EP2020 Series 2200 coffee machine is equipped with a matte black touch panel, with which you can prepare two types of coffee .
And the My Coffee Choice menu will additionally allow you to customize the serving size, the intensity of its aroma and strength.

The built-in cappuccino maker easily creates milk foam that can be used for cappuccino.

An airtight container will ensure that freshly ground coffee beans on ceramic millstones retain their aroma and taste for a long time..

The ability to wash dirty parts of the coffee machine both manually and in the dishwasher will make it easier for the user to care for the device.

And a special function will signal the need to replace the AquaClean filter and thereby protect the internal structure of the coffee maker from scale formation and possible breakdown.

On average, the filter needs to be changed after brewing 5 thousand cups of aromatic drink.

Specifications:

• type of coffee maker – automatic;
• volume – 1.8 l (water tank);
• built-in coffee grinder – yes;
• The coffee used is ground and beans.

pros

tasty and rich coffee;

simple controls;

works quietly;

easy to wash.

Minuses

If you change coffee types frequently, the taste of the finished drink will be the same.

Philips EP3246/70 Series 3200 LatteGo

The Philips LatteGo coffee machine is capable of preparing five standard types of coffee according to the classic recipe (cappuccino, espresso, classic coffee, latte macchiato, Americano) .
You can adjust the parameters of the strength of the coffee drink, its aroma and the volume of milk foam in the menu using special settings.

The convenient LatteGo cappuccino maker will help you froth milk at high speed and deliver delicate foam directly into the cup . You can grind coffee beans in 12 different modes. Durable special millstones are capable of grinding coffee powder to brew about 20 thousand cups of the drink.

And the presence of an airtight container will allow you to preserve the freshness of ground beans for as long as possible.

Some parts can be washed in the dishwasher, so you don’t need to spend a lot of time cleaning the coffee machine . And the brew group is easy to clean by hand.

Specifications:

• type of coffee maker – automatic;
• volume – 1.8 l (water tank), 0.26 (milk jug);
• built-in coffee grinder – yes;
• The coffee used is ground and beans.

pros

good taste of coffee;

simple controls;

easy to wash.

Minuses

It works very noisily.

Coffee machine Philips HD8848 4000 Series

This model is not budget, rather, it belongs to the premium class, although the functionality is very similar to other Philips options. The difference from less expensive copies will be automatic flushing of the system from scale and an energy-saving mode.

The black plastic body reflects a stylish and modern design. The menu panel is located at the top of the device on a three-color display.

Americanos and other types of drinks are prepared in the HD8848 from grain and ground raw materials. A 250 g coffee grinder will quickly grind the required amount of product. The machine's power of 1850 W with a maximum pressure of 15 bar allows you to quickly brew espresso.

The average price is 47,300 rubles. The cord is not a meter, but 80 cm. For some it will be short.

To prepare cappuccino, you do not need to hold a jug of milk yourself; everything happens automatically without user intervention. Before starting work, you can determine the required amount of liquid in the cup and the strength. The volume of the water tank is 1.8 liters. The pulp container will hold 15 servings.

Advantages:

• works quietly;
• convenient to use.

Flaws:

• price.

The milk jug is located to the left of the liquid supply taps. It is convenient to take it out, put it back, add milk without completely disassembling it, but only by removing the lid.

HD8848 has small dimensions in the best Philips tradition, dimensions 22x33x43 cm. Standard weight 7.2 kg. The model can work with professional volumes and also brew 2 cups of drink at once, so it is ideal for the office.

Drip coffee maker Philips HD7434/20

Pros - the taste of coffee is not lost, it can be fully preserved; the speed with which the coffee is prepared; formation of delicate creamy espresso foam; additional functionality (automatic shutdown from overheating, built-in coffee grinder, etc.).

The drink is prepared quickly and easily; small size; the technology itself is inexpensive; coffee is not inferior in taste. Low cost; ease of use; You can use any type of ground coffee to prepare the drink; You can prepare a large volume of drink at one time.

Cons: the capsules themselves are very expensive, and their range is limited. Bulky; high price; you need special grind coffee; prepares no more than two cups at a time; the need to compact ground coffee manually or to purchase a special tamper. Filters need to be changed periodically; Coffee takes a long time to prepare.

At high power, the preparation process occurs faster and the water will have shorter contact with the coffee, which will affect the quality of the prepared drink. At low power, the preparation time increases, the water will be in longer contact with the coffee, and the drink will be more saturated.

This model is able to maintain the temperature of the finished coffee thanks to the built-in heating plate on which the coffee flask is placed, which is a big plus since coffee tastes best when drunk hot. In addition, it has a non-stick coating on the flask heater.

There is also a water level indicator, made in the form of a scale; using the indicator, you can determine how much ground coffee you need to add, based on the amount of water. A permanent filter, usually nylon, is included in the kit and is designed for sixty brews.

What to look for when choosing a coffee machine

The problem with choosing is that there is a wide and varied range of Philips coffee maker lines on the market. They all differ in power, available presets, tank volume, and so on. Naturally, it is difficult for a person who has not used a coffee machine before to make an objective choice in favor of one model or another.

It is also worth considering the following factors, including:

1. Device power. It must be remembered that the more powerful the coffee maker, the faster and more coffee it will prepare in a certain amount of time. However, the price for such models will be several times higher than usual.
2. Noise produced. Modern Philips coffee machines are almost silent, which is undoubtedly an advantage. However, before purchasing a coffee maker, you should still consult with a specialist on this matter.
3. The presence of additional functions that can make the process of making coffee much faster and more enjoyable.

And yet, what should you pay attention to first? The first thing to consider is your budget. If you want to save money, in this case you should choose a device with a minimum number of additional settings.

Also, when choosing, the frequency of coffee preparation plays a key role. For example, if your family consists of four people and everyone likes to drink an invigorating drink often, in this case it is best to give preference to powerful devices with large reservoirs.

If you are a true connoisseur and lover of a variety of coffee drinks, in this case it is best to choose automatic coffee makers with a wide range of settings. Such devices perfectly prepare espresso, latte, Americano and many other invigorating drinks. This is a real find for true gourmets.

Features of Philips coffee machines

For reference! Initially, electric light bulbs were produced under the Philips brand.

They started making coffee machines only in the 50s; they were of average quality in the household appliances market.

Today, Philips coffee machines have the following advantages :

• high power;
• relatively low noise;
• the presence of many additional functions that make the process of preparing a flavored drink faster and more enjoyable.

Philips devices allow you to prepare different types of coffee, such as latte, Americano, cappuccino, espresso.

Advantages and disadvantages of Philips coffee machines

Philips coffee machines have the following advantages:

• unique technology for preparing coffee drinks;
• wide range of settings;
• ergonomics and unique design;
• quality and reliability;
• Models available with electrical or mechanical control.

Also, a wide linear range of Philips coffee machines offers models of both budget and luxury classes. You can choose a device that will meet all the criteria and requirements of the consumer.

Regarding the shortcomings, naturally, they exist, however, like any other technology. Some users express their dissatisfaction with small water tanks, others are unhappy with the design, and others are not satisfied with the price.

However, if you look at it, these shortcomings are not disadvantages at all. If you take the choice of a Philips coffee machine seriously, you can choose a device that will suit the consumer in all respects, including price.

Rating of the TOP 12 best Philips coffee machines of 2021