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Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£540Type:Fully Automatic Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:1.800 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:yes

Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 2 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 10
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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
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

95%

8.3

Technical score

5%

7.8

Review score ( 0 · 2)

Review score 5% · 7.8 · based on 2 videos
2 videos count as 0.8 of the 2 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
★Better than 92% of coffee-machines
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

35%

9.0

Performance

25%

7.2

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.4

Features

15%

8.6

Design

★Better than 92% of coffee-machines
7.8

Review score

Review score
7.8/ 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
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â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Grades by review (2)
2 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 2

25%

9.0

St.S

12.5%

9.0

Tippanda

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 64% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components:

35%

9.0

Performance

25%

7.2

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.4

Features

15%

8.6

Design

8.3
Review score
Review score
7.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Grades by review (2)
2 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 2

25%

9.0

St.S

12.5%

9.0

Tippanda

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.7/ 10
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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
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â–² Better than 71% of models
Popularity:
Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 has a popularity of 8.7 points, which is higher than 71.4% of coffee machines.
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

60%

8.3

Overall score

40%

7.4

Price

8.0
Power
1,500 W
Power
1,500 W
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,500 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 79.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 14.3% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
1.8 L
Water Container Capacity
1.8 L
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.8 L in its water tank, which is larger than 71.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 13.6% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
15 bar
Pump Pressure
15 bar
â–¼ Worse than 30% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 15 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 9% of coffee machines and equal to that of 61% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
20 s
Heating Time
20 s
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 20 s, which is faster than 85.3% of coffee machines and equal to that of 9.6% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Thermoblock
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Type
Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine accepts ground coffee. 40.3% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
Works with Beans
yes
Works with Beans
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans. 62.1% 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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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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Water Level Indicator
yes
Water Level Indicator
yes
â–² Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine has a water level indicator. 39.8% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
Water Filter
yes
Water Filter
yes
â–² Better than 64% of models
This coffee machine has a water filter. 64.3% 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
â–² 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
â–² 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
â–¼ 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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Built-in Installation
no
Color
White
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
â–¼ 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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Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 20 s sec faster heat-up
    Heating Time
    20 s
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine reaches brewing temperature faster than the average coffee machine (20 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    20 s vs 40 s
  • Automatic milk frothing
    Automatic Milk Frother
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This coffee machine has an automatic milk frother, while the average coffee machine does not. 27.6% of coffee machines have an automatic milk frother.
    An automatic milk frother prepares milk foam with less manual steaming.
  • Dedicated milk container
    Milk Container
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This coffee machine has a dedicated milk container, while the average coffee machine does not. 20.6% of coffee machines have a milk container.
    A milk container supports storing and dispensing milk for milk-based drinks.
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines have one.
    An integrated grinder can grind beans immediately before brewing.
  • 100 W higher power
    Power
    1,500 W
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1500 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,500 W vs 1,400 W
  • Accepts whole coffee beans
    Works with Beans
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
    Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • Has a touchscreen
    Touch Screen
    yes
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This coffee machine has a touchscreen, while the average coffee machine does not. 15% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A touch screen allows settings or controls to be selected directly on the display surface.
  • 11.2% better value for money
    Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (8.03 vs 7.2).
    8.03 vs 7.22
  • 13.8% more popular
    Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 is more popular than the average coffee machine (8.67 vs 7.6).
    8.67 vs 7.62
  • 20 s sec faster heat-up
    Heating Time
    20 s
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine reaches brewing temperature faster than the average coffee machine (20 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    20 s vs 40 s
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines have one.
    An integrated grinder can grind beans immediately before brewing.
  • 100 W higher power
    Power
    1,500 W
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1500 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,500 W vs 1,400 W
  • 0.4 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.800 L
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.8 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.800 L vs 1.400 L
  • 15 g larger bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    275.000 g
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds more coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (275 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    275.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 4 more grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    12
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides finer control over grind size than the average coffee machine (12 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    12 vs 8
  • Automatic milk frothing
    Automatic Milk Frother
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This coffee machine has an automatic milk frother, while the average coffee machine does not. 27.6% of coffee machines have an automatic milk frother.
    An automatic milk frother prepares milk foam with less manual steaming.
  • Dedicated milk container
    Milk Container
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This coffee machine has a dedicated milk container, while the average coffee machine does not. 20.6% of coffee machines have a milk container.
    A milk container supports storing and dispensing milk for milk-based drinks.
  • Accepts whole coffee beans
    Works with Beans
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
    Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
  • Dedicated cappuccino programme
    Cappuccino Program
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This coffee machine has a cappuccino programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 27.8% of coffee machines have a cappuccino programme.
    A dedicated cappuccino program automates the preparation of that drink.
  • Dedicated latte macchiato programme
    Latte Macchiato Program
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This coffee machine has a latte macchiato programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 25.7% of coffee machines have a latte macchiato programme.
    A dedicated latte macchiato program automates the preparation of that drink.
  • Adjustable coffee temperature
    Adjustable Coffee Temperature
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the coffee temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 42.9% of coffee machines offer coffee temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable coffee temperature lets you tailor the heat of the brewed coffee.
  • 2 more drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    5
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers a wider variety of preset drinks than the average coffee machine (5 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    5 vs 3
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • Has a tray full indicator
    Drip Tray Full Indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This coffee machine has a drip tray full indicator, while the average coffee machine does not. 43.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A full drip-tray indicator signals when the tray needs emptying.
  • Has a touchscreen
    Touch Screen
    yes
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This coffee machine has a touchscreen, while the average coffee machine does not. 15% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A touch screen allows settings or controls to be selected directly on the display surface.
  • Has a display
    Display
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A display provides visual machine status or settings information.
  • 18 cm taller cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    150.00 cm
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine fits taller cups and travel mugs than the average coffee machine (150 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    150.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 103 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    433.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (433 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    433.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 46 mm taller body
    Height
    371.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (371 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    371.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 77.8% heavier body
    Weight
    8.000 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.000 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 3.38x more expensive
    Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£540 vs £160).
    £540 vs £160
  • 22 mm wider body
    Width
    246.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (246 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    246.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 78.5% bulkier volume
    Volume
    39,518.2 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (39518.2 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    39,518.2 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³
  • 3.38x more expensive
    Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£540 vs £160).
    £540 vs £160
  • 103 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    433.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (433 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    433.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 46 mm taller body
    Height
    371.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (371 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    371.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 77.8% heavier body
    Weight
    8.000 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.000 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 22 mm wider body
    Width
    246.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (246 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    246.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 78.5% bulkier volume
    Volume
    39,518.2 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (39518.2 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    39,518.2 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

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

9.0
St.S
≈ estimated
22/08/2021
Hands-on review · latte preparation and cleaning
Verdict
Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 is a clear recommendation: a fully automatic machine with good latte foam.
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What we like about Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50

  • Extremely easy to clean, especially the LatteGo milk system (no tubes)
  • Intuitive and user-friendly touch display
  • Produces high-quality, creamy milk foam for lattes and cappuccinos
  • Compact design that fits well under kitchen cabinets
  • Offers a variety of pre-set drinks including Americano and Iced Coffee
  • Provides good value for a fully automatic machine

What we don't like about Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50

  • The coffee can be relatively mild, even on the strongest setting
  • LatteGo milk container can produce thinner foam compared to professional frothers
  • The drip tray and grounds bin require frequent emptying
  • Some users report the machine can be noisy during the grinding process
  • Plastic construction feels less premium than more expensive models

Verdict

The Philips Series 3200 EP3243/50 is a 1500W fully automatic countertop bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring a 15-bar pump system, a 1.8-litre front-loading water tank, and a 275g bean hopper with an aroma seal. Operated via an intuitive touch screen display, it integrates a durable 100% ceramic flat burr grinder with 12 distinct settings and provides 3-step customization for aroma strength, beverage volume, and temperature across 5 specialized drink selections: Espresso, Coffee, Americano, Cappuccino, and Latte Macchiato. Main advantages include its innovative tube-free, two-piece LatteGo milk system that allows for rapid 15-second cleaning, dishwasher-safe components, and compatibility with the AquaClean water filter which enables up to 5,000 brewed cups without requiring descaling. However, notable drawbacks include its predominantly plastic exterior build, somewhat loud operation during the grinding cycle, and limited micro-adjustments for minimum beverage volume thresholds.

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