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Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Type:Capsule Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:0.700 LPump Pressure:1 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 9 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the coffee machine's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best coffee machines on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

95%

5.4

Technical score

5%

8.3

Review score ( 1 · 8)

Review score 5% · 8.3 · based on 9 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
▼Worse than 94% of coffee-machines
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

35%

5.4

Performance

25%

3.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.8

Features

15%

5.9

Design

▼Worse than 94% of coffee-machines
8.3

Review score

Review score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Grades by review (9)
1 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. 8 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 1

12.9%

9.0

mrbowlfish reviews

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 67% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

35%

5.4

Performance

25%

3.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.8

Features

15%

5.9

Design

5.4
Review score
Review score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Grades by review (9)
1 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. 8 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 1

12.9%

9.0

mrbowlfish reviews

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.3
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the coffee machine.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 91.8% of coffee machines.
10
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the coffee machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

60%

5.5

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

6.8
Power
1,450 W
Power
1,450 W
▲ Better than 52% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,450 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 51.5% of coffee machines and equal to that of 23.6% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
0.7 L
Water Container Capacity
0.7 L
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 0.7 L in its water tank, which is smaller than 88.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 5.3% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
1 bar
Pump Pressure
1 bar
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 1 bar of pump pressure, which is lower than the pump pressure of 98.9% of coffee machines and equal to that of 0.8% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
30 s
Heating Time
30 s
▲ Better than 55% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 30 s, which is faster than 55.5% of coffee machines and equal to that of 19.9% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Boiler
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What reviewers say
Type
Capsule Coffee Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee. 60% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
Works with Beans
no
Works with Beans
no
▼ Worse than 38% of models
This coffee machine does not accept whole coffee beans. 38.1% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
Works with ESE Pods
no
Works with ESE Pods
no
▼ Worse than 24% of models
This coffee machine does not accept ESE pods. 24.3% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
ESE pod compatibility allows use of standard Easy Serving Espresso pods.
Works with Capsules
no
Works with Capsules
no
▼ Worse than 29% of models
This coffee machine does not accept coffee capsules. 28.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
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What reviewers say
Water Level Indicator
no
Water Level Indicator
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator. 60.4% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
Water Filter
no
Water Filter
no
▼ Worse than 36% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water filter. 35.9% of coffee machines have a water filter.
A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
Descaling Program
yes
Descaling Program
yes
▲ Better than 34% of models
This coffee machine has a descaling programme. 33.5% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
Cleaning Alert
yes
Cleaning Alert
yes
▲ Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine alerts you when cleaning is needed. 40.3% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
▼ Worse than 22% of models
This coffee machine does not clean its milk circuit automatically. 21.7% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
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What reviewers say
Built-in Installation
no
Color
black
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
▼ Worse than 13% of models
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 12.6% of coffee machines have this look.
A vintage look describes a deliberately retro or classic machine design rather than a modern aesthetic.
Housing Material
Plastic
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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What reviewers say

Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 15 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    0 min
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (0 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    0 min vs 15 min
  • 10 s sec faster heat-up
    Heating Time
    30 s
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine reaches brewing temperature faster than the average coffee machine (30 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    30 s vs 40 s
  • 60% lighter body
    Weight
    1.800 kg
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (1.8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    1.800 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 50 W higher power
    Power
    1,450 W
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1450 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,450 W vs 1,400 W
  • 2.67x cheaper
    Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£60 vs £160).
    £60 vs £160
  • 31.3% more popular
    Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 is more popular than the average coffee machine (10 vs 7.6).
    10 vs 7.62
  • 15 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    315.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (315 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    315.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 11 mm narrower body
    Width
    213.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (213 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    213.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 2.67x cheaper
    Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£60 vs £160).
    £60 vs £160
  • 31.3% more popular
    Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 is more popular than the average coffee machine (10 vs 7.6).
    10 vs 7.62
  • 10 s sec faster heat-up
    Heating Time
    30 s
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine reaches brewing temperature faster than the average coffee machine (30 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    30 s vs 40 s
  • 50 W higher power
    Power
    1,450 W
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1450 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,450 W vs 1,400 W
  • 15 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    0 min
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (0 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    0 min vs 15 min
  • 60% lighter body
    Weight
    1.800 kg
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (1.8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    1.800 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 15 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    315.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (315 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    315.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 11 mm narrower body
    Width
    213.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (213 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    213.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 0% more compact volume
    Volume
    22,141.4 cm³
    ▲ Better than 50% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up less overall space than the average coffee machine (22141.4 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    22,141.4 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • 0.7 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    0.700 L
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.7 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    0.700 L vs 1.400 L
  • 14 bar lower pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    1 bar
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers lower pump pressure than the average coffee machine (1 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    1 bar vs 15 bar
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    Adjustable cup clearance allows the dispensing area or support to accommodate different cup heights.
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 57.6% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
    A hot water dispenser supplies hot water for tea, coffee, or other drinks.
  • No ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
    Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
  • No overheat protection
    Overheat Protection
    no
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    This coffee machine does not have overheat protection, while the average coffee machine does. 87.9% of coffee machines have overheat protection.
    Overheat protection helps prevent unsafe temperatures during operation.
  • 32 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    100.00 cm
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (100 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    100.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 5.8% worse value for money
    Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (6.83 vs 7.2).
    6.83 vs 7.22
  • 0.7 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    0.700 L
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.7 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    0.700 L vs 1.400 L
  • 14 bar lower pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    1 bar
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers lower pump pressure than the average coffee machine (1 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    1 bar vs 15 bar
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 57.6% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
    A hot water dispenser supplies hot water for tea, coffee, or other drinks.
  • No ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
    Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
  • 8 capsules lower capacity
    Capsule Capacity
    2
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <5 – >11
    This coffee machine holds fewer spent capsules before emptying than the average coffee machine (2 vs 10).
    A higher capsule capacity means fewer interruptions to empty or refill the capsule container.
    2 vs 10
  • 1 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    2
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (2 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    2 vs 3
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • No overheat protection
    Overheat Protection
    no
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    This coffee machine does not have overheat protection, while the average coffee machine does. 87.9% of coffee machines have overheat protection.
    Overheat protection helps prevent unsafe temperatures during operation.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    Adjustable cup clearance allows the dispensing area or support to accommodate different cup heights.
  • 32 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    100.00 cm
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (100 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    100.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 20 cm shorter power cord
    Cable Length
    80 cm
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine has a shorter electrical reach than the average coffee machine (80 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    80 cm vs 100 cm
  • 5 mm taller body
    Height
    330.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (330 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    330.00 mm vs 325.00 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Coffealover IT
≈ estimated
18/02/2025
Hands-on review · ease of use, performance and descaling tests
Verdict
Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 is a good pick for buyers who want a simple, practical, effective pad machine at a low price.

What reviewers agree on

Based on 1 · 8

Strong coffee, easy operation and auto shut-off are praised, but brewing is slow, descaling is a chore and tall mugs won't fit.
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210

  • Simple and intuitive operation with an intensity selector
  • Fast brewing time (under 1 minute) and quick startup
  • Coffee Boost technology with 45 nozzles provides better aroma and flavor extraction
  • Crema Plus technology ensures a fine, creamy layer on top
  • Option to brew one or two cups simultaneously
  • Environmentally friendly, featuring 28% recycled plastic

What we don't like about Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210

  • Coffee aroma and body do not compare to freshly ground beans, according to a [Flypresso review](0.5.4)
  • Some reports of a persistent plastic taste, notes a [YouTube video review](0.5.1)
  • Requires regular descaling to avoid flashing light errors
  • Some users experience issues with leaking
  • Water tank capacity is relatively small (0.7L - 0.9L)

Verdict

The Philips Senseo Original Plus CSA210 is a 1450W pod coffee machine operating at 1 bar of pump pressure, equipped with a 0.7-litre removable water tank and a matte-finished, compact body. Key characteristics include Coffee Boost technology with 45 aroma nozzles for optimal water distribution, an Intensity Plus slider to choose between mild long or strong short coffees, a Crema Plus system for a finer crema layer, and an eco-friendly build utilising 28% recycled plastic. Main pros include its exceptional speed—brewing 1 or 2 cups simultaneously in under a minute—alongside its simple button operation, automatic shut-off energy savings, and highly accessible, dishwasher-safe components. However, notable cons include its low 1-bar pressure which cannot produce authentic espresso, a maximum cup height limit of 10 cm, the absence of an integrated milk frother, and a lack of built-in display screen.

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