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Philips bean-to-cup models compared: 2200 to 5500 LatteGo

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  • Best overall

    Philips 5500 LatteGo: 20 hot and iced recipes

    LatteGo has just two parts and no tubes, and Philips states it can be cleaned in under 10 seconds.

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  • Best value

    Philips 3300 LatteGo: 6 hot and iced drinks

    LatteGo has 2 parts and no tubes, so daily milk cleaning is quick.

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  • Most features

    Philips 5400 LatteGo: 12 drinks, ceramic grinder

    The LatteGo system has two parts and no tubes and can be cleaned in as little as 10 seconds, says Philips.

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Philips sells its bean-to-cup machines in numbered series, and the jump from one number to the next is mostly about the milk system and the drinks menu. The 2200 and one version of the 3300 use a classic milk frother, a steam pipe you dip into a jug. The LatteGo models froth milk automatically in a two-part jug with no tubes. Higher series add more one-touch drinks, from 2 on the 2200 to 20 hot and iced recipes on the 5500. This guide compares six Philips listings by milk system, drinks, grinder, water tank and controls, using only what each listing states. User profiles are not stated on these listings, so we have not compared them. If you want milk drinks without fuss, start with a LatteGo model. If you mostly drink black coffee or espresso, a classic frother model covers the basics.

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No. 1 · PHILIPS

Philips 5500 LatteGo: 20 hot and iced recipes

A milk-focused automatic with the LatteGo jug and a 20-drink menu that includes iced options. It suits households that want lattes and cappuccinos with very little cleaning.

In its favour

  • LatteGo has just two parts and no tubes, and Philips states it can be cleaned in under 10 seconds.
  • The menu covers 20 recipes, including iced coffee, iced americano and iced espresso as well as hot drinks.
  • SilentBrew is stated to make 40% less noise than earlier models, and QuickStart lets you brew straight after switching on.

Good to know

  • The listing does not state the number of grinder settings, so fine control over grind is unclear.
  • No user profiles are mentioned, so a shared household cannot save separate favourites per person.
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Listing title: PHILIPS 5500 Series Bean to Cup Coffee Machine, LatteGo, 20 Hot/Iced D...

No. 2 · PHILIPS

Philips 3300 LatteGo: 6 hot and iced drinks

The cheapest way into Philips' LatteGo milk jug, with a 12-step ceramic grinder and six hot and iced drinks. It suits milk drinkers who want automatic froth without a high spend.

In its favour

  • LatteGo has 2 parts and no tubes, so daily milk cleaning is quick.
  • The 12-step ceramic grinder gives more adjustment than several rivals at this level.
  • My Coffee Choice adjusts strength, length and froth level, and SilentBrew keeps noise down.

Good to know

  • The six-drink menu is short, with no flat white or cortado listed.
  • No user profiles are mentioned in the listing.
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Listing title: PHILIPS 3300 Series Bean to Cup Coffee Machine, LatteGo, 6 Hot/Iced Dr...

No. 3 · PHILIPS

Philips 5400 LatteGo: 12 drinks, ceramic grinder

A step up within the LatteGo range with 12 drinks, including iced americano, and a 12-step ceramic grinder. Good for milk drinkers who want more variety than the 3300.

In its favour

  • The LatteGo system has two parts and no tubes and can be cleaned in as little as 10 seconds, says Philips.
  • Twelve drinks cover espresso, cappuccino, latte macchiato, ristretto, café au lait and iced americano.
  • The ceramic grinder offers 12 steps from coarse to ultra-fine.

Good to know

  • The listing does not state the water tank capacity.
  • User profiles are not mentioned, which matters if several people share it.
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No. 4 · PHILIPS

Philips 3300 classic frother: 5 hot and iced drinks

A Philips 3300 with a classic milk frother instead of LatteGo, plus iced coffee and an AquaClean filter. It suits buyers who want low upkeep and to froth milk themselves.

In its favour

  • The classic frother makes thick froth for cappuccino or hot milk for hot chocolate.
  • With AquaClean, Philips states you will not need to descale for up to 5,000 cups if you change the filter when prompted.
  • SilentBrew uses sound shielding and quiet grinding and is certified by Quiet Mark.

Good to know

  • The listing does not give the number of grinder settings.
  • Only five drinks are listed, including hot water, so the menu is short.
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Listing title: 3300 Series Bean to Cup Coffee Machine, 5 Hot/Iced Drinks One Touch

No. 5 · PHILIPS

Philips 2300 LatteGo: 4 drinks with auto milk

The smallest LatteGo in this comparison, with four one-touch drinks, a touch screen and SilentBrew. Suits someone who wants automatic milk froth but only a few drinks.

In its favour

  • LatteGo froths milk automatically and has 2 parts and no tubes, according to Philips.
  • My Coffee Choice adjusts strength, length and milk froth level.
  • The ceramic grinder has 12 settings and the listing mentions SilentBrew.

Good to know

  • Only four one-touch drinks are listed, the shortest LatteGo menu here.
  • The listing does not state the water tank capacity.
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No. 6 · PHILIPS

Philips 2200: 2 drinks, classic milk frother

Philips' simplest automatic with a classic frother made of two dishwasher-safe parts. It suits espresso and americano drinkers who only sometimes want milk.

In its favour

  • The two-part classic milk frother is dishwasher-safe.
  • Grind size, strength, quantity and temperature can all be adjusted.
  • One-touch operation keeps daily coffee quick.

Good to know

  • The AquaClean filter is not included in the box.
  • The listing does not state the tank size and only two one-touch drinks are listed.
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Listing title: PHILIPS 2200 Series Bean to Cup Coffee Machine, 2 Drinks One Touch

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