The biggest difference between an espresso machine and an ordinary coffee machine is that the espresso machine is faster and more convenient. It can make fragrant coffee for you without a filter, and you can drink latte and cappuccino at home at any time.It’s very convenient for people like me who can’t always froth milk. You just need to check whether the coffee beans are used up or whether you need to add milk.
We purchased a Philips 3200 espresso machine for testing. This coffee machine is considered one of the better espresso machines on the market. Both the operation process and the operation panel have been simplified. The operation is very intuitive, and even a novice can easily use it. However, many people are put off by its price and worry about whether its functions are worth the price.
If you are undecided and curious about its functions, come and review it with us.
- PROS:
- Easy to use
- Easy to clean
- The coffee produced has a rich taste
- Variety of coffee options
- CONS:
- Loud sound when operating
- The milk froth is not delicate enough
- Product Dimensions:10"D x 17"W x 15"H
- Water Tank Capacity:1.8 liters
- Wattage:1400
- Weight 16.53 lbs
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The exterior design of Philips 3200 is relatively low-key. Compared with some brands with bold colors on the market, it looks much more restrained. The simple stainless steel shell and black and stainless steel finishes will not go wrong, no matter what your room and kitchen are. Style, it can be integrated well.
The structure of the entire machine is very intuitive. It is fully assembled when it is delivered. You don’t have to worry about whether it requires a complicated assembly process. You only need to install the milk frother. The top of the machine is the operation panel. The button on the left is the beverage option. There are six beverage types to choose from. The button on the right is mainly for selecting the thickness of the coffee beans, the concentration of the coffee and the amount of milk. They are all marked with text or images. It is very Easy to understand.
The front side of the machine is the coffee spout and milk jug. The removable water tank is on one side and the coffee grounds collector is inside. The coffee grounds collector can be seen when the low water tray is pulled out, and coffee beans can be added to the top. The overall design is long and narrow, which does not take up much space on the countertop. You can place it in any gap.
Performance
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We put it in the tea room. To be honest, it does save more space than an ordinary coffee machine. It saves some operations, such as grinding coffee powder and filtering, and you only need to click to get a cup of coffee, which is very time-saving.
My colleagues and I drink espresso and latte most often. The machine generally heats up at a speed of one minute. It also takes one minute to make a cup of espresso. The time to get a cup of espresso is about two minutes. For those who are in a hurry in the morning It is very fast and can even make two cups in a short time.
If you want to make a latte, you need to fill the milk jug with milk in advance. It is best to make a milk froth that is not as delicate but does not affect the overall taste. Another problem is that it will make some noise as soon as it starts up, but the sound will end after the coffee is made. If you want to buy it, you need to consider whether the location will disturb your family or colleagues.
Cleaning
Like other coffee machines, daily cleaning is relatively simple. If there are some water stains on the outside, you need to wipe them off with a rag in time. It is best to clean the drip tray every day to avoid odors caused by not cleaning it for a long time. Don’t worry about cleaning the coffee grounds container. Generally, the machine will remind you when the coffee grounds are full, then take it out and pour it out and clean the inside with water. After making drinks that require milk froth, wipe the milk stick clean in time. The most important part is descaling the coffee machine. If you buy a coffee machine with an AquaClean filter, it can filter about 5,000 cups of coffee for you. If the machine prompts you to replace the filter with a new one, you need to Purchase a new filter to replace.
Is it worth to buy?
If you have sufficient budget and want to buy a fully automatic espresso machine, then this Philips coffee machine is relatively cheap among fully automatic espresso machines, because the fully automatic espresso machines on the market are generally sold in More than a thousand dollars. Although its appearance is not outstanding, its functions are relatively complete and the coffee it produces is very rich. And its overall design is relatively space-saving, so you don’t have to worry about taking up too much of your storage space. One-click operation means even novices don’t have to worry.