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Super-automatic
Philips
Philips 5500 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
$883.04
Estimated price, check on Amazon · Price captured on 2026-09-11
- Machine type
- Super-automatic
- Pump pressure
- 15 bar
- Power
- 230 W
- Water tank
- 1.8 L
Review
The Philips Philips 5500 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine is a super-automatic espresso machine, with 15.0-bar pump pressure, 230W of power, a built-in grinder. It holds a 3.8/5 rating on Amazon from 162 reviews.
Among its everyday strengths: Grinds whole beans fresh right before each cup; manual steam wand so you can practice your latte-art technique. Amazon doesn't show full-text reviews for this product yet.
Pros
- Grinds whole beans fresh right before each cup
- Manual steam wand so you can practice your latte-art technique
- Generous 1.8 L water tank, fewer refills
Cons
- The advertised 15.0 bar is more marketing than real extraction pressure (~9 bar is ideal)
- One of the pricier picks in this roundup
Ideal for: Ideal for anyone who wants café-quality coffee at the push of a button, no barista skills required. Built for buyers happy to spend more for top-tier performance.
Editor's rating
Full specifications
Pump & heating
| Pump pressure | 15 bar |
|---|---|
| Power | 230 W |
| Boiler type | — |
Coffee & grinding
| Machine type | Super-automatic |
|---|---|
| Built-in grinder | Yes |
| Capsule compatibility | — |
Milk & steam
| Milk frother | Manual |
|---|
Tanks
| Water tank | 1.8 L |
|---|---|
| Grounds container | — |
Design & controls
| Material | — |
|---|---|
| Programmable display/controls | No |
| Auto shut-off | No |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 37x25x43 cm |
| Weight | 8 kg |
Other manufacturer details
| Other Special Features of the Product | LatteGo |
|---|---|
| Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
| Specific Uses For Product | Espresso |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Home |
| Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
| Wattage | 230 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Output Pressure | 15 bar |
| Coffee Input Type | whole bean |
| Power Source | AC adapter |
| Number of Items | 1 |
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