Philips 3200 LatteGo Superautomatic Coffee Machine Review

[@mudonsunday]

this machine was a game changer for my family. made everyone happy.

[@mikaelbackstrom]

I get it, people want less "strong" coffee so it sells. But any machine that can't produce a normal espresso should not be allowed to be sold as an espresso machine. Give us a "normal" espresso as default setting and build it to tune it down if so.

[@gezmonder]

I enjoy way these laid back style reviews by Tom. Was close to ordering a Philips 2200 but afer much research have just ordered a Magnifica Evo Long to replace our six year old (now leaking) Nespresso. Looking forward to playing with it next week. The amount of money spend on pods i don't think it will take long to pay for itself.

[@dettea6306]

I compared Philips 3200 vs Delonghi Magnifica Evo when I was deciding what to buy. Ultimately I bought Magnifica Evo. I agree with him about the cover of the water tank and milk frother. Also, I read how difficult to get a customer representative compared to Delonghi where you can call/chat/email. I'm so happy with my Magnifica Evo. But I still kept my Instant Dual pod for those time i like flavored coffee from keurig and nespresso. Yup, coffee addict 🤣

[@danielmurrietta9775]

I got the Delonghi Magnifica Evo after a lot of research and reviews.

[@tuntematon82]

I found one of these 3200's from the e-recycle bin, I have no idea how much coffee it has done, but it was broken. The main fault was the silicone main water tube from pump had wear through as it rubbed against the Plasti wall inside the machine, there is molded silicone tube that has bad mold and it leaves one side of the tube wall paper thin. A simple protection spring or foam would fix this, but Philips saved money. Next problem was steam valve not working, fix that from another e-recycle machine, De'Longhi button coffee maker, easy fix. Next problem was brew group leaking from seals, stupid design, De'Longhi brew group got better design. Next problem was milk canister leaking, as it is only silicone wall against cup that prevents this. Little lubricant to o-rings and milk cup does the job. Next issue with these is how large cup you have to have get milk and coffee together in the same time. Also amount of water goin to cup is way too little in second settings and way too much for third setting. In all I do like this drinks this machine does, but it is very badly designed and cheap. I have dismantled this machine completely, fixed it and gave it to my sister. I have De'Longhi Dynamica plus and it is better.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Wow, that sounds like a fun, albeit frustrating project. Glad to hear your experience though. Must have been a triumph to get it working!

[@tuntematon82]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Thank you. Don't get me wrong; this machine makes good coffee and I actually liked the milk foam it makes. It is an easy machine to fix and simple silicone tube, food grade lubricant and descale to prevent valves going bad, time to time goes for a long time. But simple things like "go/stop" button not working correctly, cheap soft plastic, how it throws little bit coffee grinds of the brew group, cup sizes being so odd and I added rubber feet under it, so it doesn't make so loud noise, these little thing that makes you feel it's on cheap side.

[@retro1333]

Ty for the review. I am still not sure about getting Philips latte go or Delonghi Magnifica Evo, which one is better do u think ?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

For me the Evo is hands down the winner.

[@lauwe54]

thank you a great well explained video

[@markusliu283]

I just bought EP5547/90 two weeks ago!! It is amazing!!!

[@SergioGonzalezMartin]

At the beginning the maximum grounds dose is 8 g, but after a few dozens of coffees the pucks can reach 10 g. I normally use 9.5 g of finelly ground coffee, ground in an external grinder.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Thanks for your input. This machine is quite used actually - I made a bunch of measurements, and the most I got out was 7-8 grams. This was consistent with the new 2200 that I had bought. Cheers!

[@TomJones-tx7pb]

I had a Magnifica for many years and had it repaired and serviced a couple of times before finally losing it to a house fire. Right now I am using a Flair, medium roast coffee with a flat burr grinder, 18-19g, and a Breville milk frother with about 6ozs of whole milk. The trick with the frother is to not overheat the milk, which will cause the foam to separate too much. The jug is so large that you can swirl the milk in it to get a paint like texture. I am not into late art, so the spout does not matter. As to Phillips, I have bought several different products from them over the years and they have been nice, but short of best in class. They also have dropped product lines on me so when I go back to buy again I usually end up buying another brand.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Thanks for sharing your experience, Tom! I am sure the Flair is nice to use - which one? 58? Anyway, thanks for the idea with the Breville frother. I didn't know they got such good texture. Cheers!

[@TomJones-tx7pb]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner My comment was really to add context for my opinion on the Phillips, which is pretty weak given that I have not used it. However, you can see similar opinions in the comments. Phillips did not keep spare parts available for repair when they discontinue my expensive product of theirs. I have the Flair 58 with the heater, which I have insulated to get better temperature stability. To improve this further, I would like to cut out most of a light bottomless portafilter and insulate the basket inside it, but that is beyond my current abilities and tools. To aid in getting better texture with the Breville, I preheat things a little bit to cut down on the amount of froth it produces. If it had a way to dial down the frothing aggression it would be perfect for my workflow and desired water content.

[@CechMtl-gm9yq]

Totally agree with your review, as usual 🙂. It was my experience with my previous 5400 and now the EVO, which is a much better machine in terms of drink quality.

[@arthurprs]

Dialing the coffe volume and maybe adding a second shot could be interesting alternatives for those who are looking for stronger shots.

[@konievic]

Hello , i have a problem whit a 3200 , the water from hot water and , latte is not coming out , it is puting the water inside , the coffe is working great , could you please tell me what should be the problem ?

[@jasperboetzkes]

Could you do a review on the Philips 5500 series? It has 5 settings for strength, curious if this makes a difference + iced coffee

[@TonyJaa1984]

That's interessting. The 3200/3300 has strength option "1-3 beans". Now the big question is.. Is the 5500 able to grind more coffee when set to 4 or 5 beans of strength or is 5 the same amount as it's 3 on the 3xxx. I think 1-5 is just an option to do fine adjusting the strength when 5 is the same amount of grinded coffee like it's 3 at the 3xxx series. But i don't know.

[@MrDanek33]

Are you going to review the lattego 5500 soon?

[@Ginuwine-kx2iv]

About time you got around to this video. I've had watched most of your video and purchase this model about 18 months ago and loved it, but looking for its replacement. The next step up. In one of your video you suggested the De'Longhi La Specialista Espresso Machine, do you still think that or are you suggesting the Delonghi Magnifica Evo?

[@PastorJury]

I prefer to make my own espressos and lattes, so this probably isn't a good option for me. Good review of the machine, though, Tom.

[@timhanley4396]

As always great informative video question I need to buy new espresso machine do you like the emc casa v ? I hate to spend that munch but it’s cheaper than the proftec go

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Well, the Casa IV is super old. I'd save up for the Go if you want ECM/Profitec, as that Casa IV probably won't have much resale value if you wanna upgrade.

[@timhanley4396]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner Thank you I’ll get the go

[@timhanley4396]

Any other suggestions for a machine under 1000

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@timhanley4396 Single boiler? Idk, maybe Lelit Grace. But the Profitec has a nicer build quality.

[@cmdrrockswift2204]

Did you alter the grind settings at all or kept at default?

[@frankspage]

Thanks for the great review Tom! Well, I've been looking at this machine as a possible replacement for our aging Jura. The price on a m a z o n (USA) is a bit hectic to say at least. $450 being the lowest, $1353 being the highest. Than't right! I have screenshots lol! Every day a different price. For example, Yesterday the price was $1289, Today it's $549. No other machine changes price like this one. Unbelievable. Anyways, we are going to go with a DeLonghi most likely when time comes.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

I think those fluctuating prices are from 3rd party sellers. I'd recommend going directly from Amazon, and yes, a Delonghi beats this, imho.

[@frankspage]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner I have one in my cart under “saved for later” for over a year. So I know it’s the same item. Sold by and shipped by a m a z o n

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

@@frankspage Hmm, ok. No further questions, lol. But I do think that you would do better to buy a DeLonghi.

[@rafak5641]

I know my question will be off topic, but maybe you will tell me what is better : sage bambino or delonghi 33.21 . I can’t make decision. I’m new in espresso world. Best greetings from Poland.

[@jorgejorge5542]

Hi, I usually watch your videos because I will buy a superautomatic and to be honest, I must say this is the first video where you don't seem impartial from the first minute. I hope you don't have any interest or profit from delonghi. Anyway, in general your reviews are the best.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Well, I always try to be fair in my reviews. But this machine simply does not compete with for example the Delonghi Magnifica Evo (similar price), either build-wise or drink-wise. I just reviewed it because it's popular. And NO, neither Philips nor Delonghi have ever reached out to me. Cheers!

[@jorgejorge5542]

Thanks for your answer, I think I will buy the rivelia

[@gamingmisthios]

Which super automatic machine do you suggest to get cafe quality espresso and drinks at home? Not this one for sure but which one? Within 1000 to 1500 $

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

I find the Dinamica Plus the best so far. It can do very well when paired with high quality, freshly roasted beans, and good water.

[@kellydavis3108]

I really need to get a scale w/ timer that can fit under my Dedica. I keep pulling about 3:1 but the dedica just keeps dripping

[@zack20012]

Can you reccomend me some lavazza beans ? I got crema e gusto but they aren’t evenly roasted

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

The best I've found so far is Lavazza Aromatico. See if you can find those...

[@zack20012]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner thank you so much I will try them

[@SunriseLAW]

Lavazza Aromatico does not seem to be offered by Lavazza USA. Another one I was interested in was their "Gusto Forte", which they rate as 13/13 in terms of intensity. The products are available, but the shipping cost was sort of high and the delivery time a month off.... like it was being mailed from Italy or whatever. I went with a $17 kilo of Caffee Borbone 100% Robusta, which is a whole different world. I like it straight or mixed with some Arabica.

[@lwyr9152]

Hi Tom, you bought this Bayern Milch in WI?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Haha, filmed in Bavaria, edited and released in WI.

[@SunriseLAW]

I watched a lot of Tom's videos. IMO, he does an excellent job "selling" the machine (so to speak) so the company reps love him. Tom also mentions what he does not like about it in an off-hand way. In in this case the drinks were 'light' and the grinder is limited. Most amusing to me was the HiBrew videos when Tom was repeatedly amazed the machine is so light enthusiastically noting "you could lift it with one finger it is so light" spoken as if being lightweight is a good thing. :):)

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Lol, no I lifted up the HiBrew to show how light it was, as a bad thing, not a good thing. But that machine actually works quite well despite the weight. Anyway, I try not to bash any company or product, but be fair with my assessment, as a lot of design goes into these, and also a lot of people will really be fans of them. But for me, I'd never recommend it over a similarly priced Delonghi.

[@SunriseLAW]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner I only drink it w/o milk. For me, the GCP is perfect. Re: HiBrew.. I had the order ready, all I had to do was push the PAY button but that is when I found the gently used GCP on local FB for $350 w. lots of accessories. I have not looked back. as tempted by a Rancillo Pro selling on local FB for $1,000 but I just would not use most of the extra features and the duel boiler probably just slows it down and adds to the maintenance. I wonder how many people actually use their PID, etc.

[@someguy9520]

Title says 5400 but you talk about a used 3200 series?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Good catch, I had copied the title from my previous video. This is indeed the 3200.

[@gosman949]

So far as you continue to search, what has been your favorite super automatic? No cost considered.

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

So far, I like the Dinamica Plus best.

[@tuntematon82]

I have both and Dynamica Plus is very good, I like how much you can change settings and that is easy to do with simple touch screen, compared to physical buttons. I also have a Franke A600, but different league and need of maintenance as one of the boilers is bad and I have not found time to fix that.

[@yttean98]

Tom can you confirm this: AUTOMATIC coffee from Phillip and Delonghi machine will produce good quality expresso coffee from FRESH beans only?

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Fresh beans will always be better, crema and aroma-wise.

[@yttean98]

@@TomsCoffeeCorner If the same stale beans are grinded and brewed on both manual and auto machines, will both machines produce similar quality(obviously not as good as fresh beans) coffee? or manual machine makes Clearly better coffee?

[@yttean98]

BTW I don't buy fresh coffee beans and make coffee from Manual machine I find the coffee taste quite satisfactory. Fresh and exotic coffee beans are expensive and I don't believe in buying them.

[@mindaugasrimselis9378]

Nice🎉

[@tim_tool_man]

I really don't care for automatic esspresso machines. I like gaggia mi coffee apex and delonghi ecp 3420

[@klediouron]

I really don't like that you can't adjust the tip of the LatteGo such as you can with the LatteCrema one. Even you aren't sure of how to position your cup haha

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Good point! There are at least fewer parts to clean, though..

[@TheZooness]

I returned mine, not efficient on water and maintenance was not as quick and easy as an Espresso machine. For the price, it makes decent coffee, not great.

[@cooliipie]

Looks super watery. But i don't know coffee

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

No, you're right. But these are great sellers I think due to probably Philips having better marketing.

[@zack20012]

Gmorning

[@Sakkarepmuaewes]

Smart robot

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

What?

[@kimbridge5592]

give me a delonghi elita any day. not the new one. i got one 10 years ago it was better as you could use the milk pitcher or do manual froth. this phillips. to much water in the milk and coffee, and crema so pale

[@nathanbrady2704]

So noisy with ugly noise profiles

[@TomsCoffeeCorner]

Well, to be fair, all vibration pump machines are quite loud it seems.

[@slamdunk118]

I would never could drink coffee from this machine. It tastes so bad, just like coffee from the gas station 😭

[@CDPA7]

Unfortunately that’s good enough for a vast majority of people 😬

[@Patrcz98]

@@CDPA7 So some people have coffee as a fuel, not as a snobbish experience.😬👌🏻

[@alon1952]

What lol? This machine is amazing. Maybe stick to something more in your comfort zone, like counting to five.

[@slamdunk118]

@@alon1952 if you meant my $1k Breville espresso machine comfort zone then yeah. I don't drink gas station coffee like you 😂😂

[@alon1952]

@@slamdunk118 I had a breville and it was great. Also have a 3200 and it's great as well. Maybe someone shit in your 3200 😭