PHILIPS 3300 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine - 5 Hot & Iced drinks, 40% Quieter SilentBrew, Ceramic Grinder, Aquaclean Filter, Black Chrome (EP3326/90)

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.

My favorite purchase in a long time! I am an avid Starbucks drinker and was spending WAY too much money everyday. My husband got this for me as a gift and now I prefer to make my own everyday. So easy to use and every drink tastes amazing!

I had very high hopes for this machine.I've had a Saeco Odea Giro Plus for the past 13 years with no issues. It makes a perfect cup.This machine and the support behind it is a total disappointment.1. When I first got the machine, it only made a soggy puck. huge mess.-Support actually said you just need to keep running over and over it so it will learn. 2 bags of coffee later this is true.2. liquid proportions are way off. if I have the water setting at the highest it doesn't make a full espresso. If I have it at the lowest it puts so little water it's useless for anything.-Support said this is normal.3. Little to no crema.-Huge letdown!4. Support just wastes time telling people to keep using it and it will get better.Don't buy this thing...

I love almost everything about this espresso machine. I have used it daily for 5 months. It makes great espresso and coffee, it is easy to fill the beans and water and to brew. The part I find difficult is when you want to switch to different beans or clean the bean hopper. You can't really get all the old beans out as there are no removable parts and some always get stuck near the grinder. It works absolutely beautifully and is easy to adjust size and strength of brew. We don't use the milk steamer much, but it does work well and is easy to clean. Yes I recommend.

There are some things one should not live without. This coffee maker is one. Delicious coffee every time. A bit pricey but worth it.

For the value of a good cup of coffee, this is hands down a great purchaseI like my coffee strong. I don’t care to clean up every single time. This is a total time saver in that aspect.ProsA great cup of coffee, really nice espresso.Super easy cleanupI love that there is a filter in the water tank so you can use tapwaterCompact size for everything it doesConsthe bottom does seem to leak a little not a big deal if you have a tray underneathIt does take a second to heat up, so if you’re in a rush, make sure you have at least five minutes to brew this cup if the machine was off

It’s great and I love it.

my last espresso machine died of old age...this new one works awesome.