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

By: Soo happy!! Amazing purchase

Soo happy!! Amazing purchase — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

Perfect for busy people with a coffee addiction!
Looks incredible in my home, works so well, user friendly, and great for busy people because it is so easy and fast to use. I know this machine will save me so much money and already has taken away my morning coffee shop purchases! Love the ability to change the temperature. The quality of the coffee is perfect as well. Overall I am thrilled with this purchase. You will not regret this purchase.

By: C. Ky

C. Ky — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

Great at-home espresso machine
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.

By: Kristina Sodano

Kristina Sodano — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

Easy to use
This espresso machine is very user friendly. Iâve always been intimidated about espresso machines so I never used one. This machine is quiet, which is a plus since I wake up early to have my coffee and donât want to wake my kids up. The milk frother is a nice bonus. Easy to clean. Very sleek. The speed in which it makes coffee is unreal! Faster than a coffee shop drive through! Great tasting coffee.

By: Graciela C.

Graciela C. — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

I love this machine
I am thrilled with my new coffee machine! This automatic marvel not only grinds the coffee instantly but also prepares the milk perfectly. Every morning, I enjoy a fresh and frothy coffee with no effort. The build quality is excellent, and the modern design fits perfectly in my kitchen. Moreover, it is very easy to use and clean. The size is perfect, fitting neatly on my counter without taking up too much space. It has truly enhanced my daily routine, and I recommend it to all coffee lovers. A perfect purchase!

By: JARVIS W WALTERS

JARVIS W WALTERS — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

So-so coffee
Easy to use and machine functions as advertised. Not very good coffee for this price point. Tried at every setting.

By: Dave H

Dave H — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

Stopped working after 3 days
Didnât even have enough time to get the trash broken in. Stopped working. Empty grounds light stayed on. Phillips customer service tried to help but they couldnât get it fixed.Returned this and bought a DeLonghi Magnifica Smart and not only does with work, it produces great espresso, the brew group is a simpler design and it was cheaper.Donât waste your time or money with a Phillips 3300.

By: JJH42

JJH42 — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

easy to use but quite a bit of maintenance
I’ve always wanted an espresso machine but was always daunted by their complexity and effort. This machine definitely makes it easy to pour a single or double shot and the coffee tastes great. You can adjust the flavor a bit depending on the beans and quality of the water. It has a replaceable water filter too. The controls are intuitive and clearly labeled. The whole bean hopper is nice and holds enough for numerous shots and the grind size can be adjusted. There’s even a bypass chute for pre-ground beans (i.e. decaf or different flavor). And it grinds and brews quite quickly.Now for the negatives. First, this machine requires regular maintenance. The used grounds have to be disposed of and tray rinsed out, the grinding mechanism has to be brushed and lubricated. The water filter will have to be replaced. The frother attachment has to be cleaned between uses. Second, the frother attachment doesn’t have any ability to be raised or lowered, so I have to hold the milk pitcher at the right height. Occasionally, a scalding bit of froth will fly out and hit my hand.It’s a great espresso machine that performs well – a 5 star product. I’d dock only 0.25 star for the frother attachment and another 0.25 for the maintenance requirements, but there is no way to leave a 4.5 star review. So I enter 4 stars, but I rate it 4.5.

By: Delicious coffee every time

Delicious coffee every time — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

Easy to use
This espresso machine is very user friendly and so easy to use and clean. This machine is quiet, which is a plus bc I know some can be loud. I can make a cup of coffee quietly, since I wake up super early to have my coffee and donât want to wake my family up. The milk frother is a nice addition and makes my hot drinks taste even better. I love the touchscreen and the different options for my favorite hot beverages. The speed in which it makes coffee is amazing. I love my new espresso machine. It produces great coffee every time.

By: Jobino

Jobino — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

Superbe machine. Permet de calibrer la force des cafÃ©s. Facile Ã utiliser.Fonctionnement:Rajouter de lâeau dans le contenant Ã eau Ã chaque cafÃ© que vous faites pour que la machine fonctionne .bien. Vider rÃ©sidus dâeau et de cafÃ© moulu Ã chaque fois et enfin toujours garder un niveau assez important de grains de cafÃ© sur le dessus.

By: Dan Henwood

Dan Henwood — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 22:31:07 +0000

I purchased this item thinking I upgraded from lower models it was bad from the beginning, tried everything, coffees are like water.