PhilipsBean to cup coffee machines · EP3246/70
EP3246/70
The Philips Series 3200 LatteGo EP3246/70 is a compact bean-to-cup machine.
15 bar1.8 L
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The Philips Series 3200 LatteGo EP3246/70 is a compact bean-to-cup machine. It has a 12-step ceramic grinder, a simple touch display and the tube-free LatteGo frother, and makes espresso, coffee, americano, cappuccino and latte macchiato. Owners like how easy it is to use and clean, the coffee quality and the foamy milk. Drawbacks are the small 0.26 L milk jug, no milk-only setting, high water use with a quickly filling drip tray, and no app or profiles. Some owners report leaks and one an early grinder failure. It suits households wanting simple one-touch coffee and milky drinks with little cleaning, not those making many milk drinks in a row. It is out of stock at Philips UK, Amazon.co.uk and Currys Business, while the newer Series 3300 LatteGo is widely available for less. No independent long-term reliability data was available.
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What the features mean in everyday use.
The EP3246/70 is a fully automatic bean-to-cup machine. It has a 1500 W, 15-bar pump, a built-in 100% ceramic grinder with 12 settings, the LatteGo milk system and an intuitive touch display, and can make 2 cups at once. It also accepts pre-ground coffee.
The water tank holds 1.8 L, the bean container 275 g and the LatteGo milk container 0.26 L.
The machine measures 371 mm long, 246 mm wide and 433 mm high, and weighs 8 kg. The power cord is 1 m long.
Philips says the 2-part, tube-free LatteGo can be rinsed in as little as 15 seconds or put in the dishwasher, along with the drip tray and grounds container. The brew group is fully removable, and the AquaClean filter allows up to 5,000 cups without descaling (based on 8 filter replacements).
My Coffee Choice offers three strength settings and adjustable volume. The ceramic grinder is rated for at least 20,000 cups. There are no user profiles and no app or Wi-Fi connectivity.
On 29 October 2026 the EP3246/70 was not in stock anywhere checked: - Philips UK listed it at £599.99 but out of stock. - Amazon.co.uk showed it as currently unavailable. - Currys Business showed it as out of stock. - Currys' consumer product page redirects to a category page. - John Lewis and Argos do not list it.
Ease of use and cleaning is the most common praise in the Amazon.co.uk reviews read, both in the full reviews and in the quoted excerpts. One reviewer found it difficult to use.
Many reviewers praise the coffee as excellent, lovely, fresh or 'absolute quality', and one compares it favourably with pod machines.
Several reviewers complain that milk cannot be dispensed on its own, only as part of a coffee drink.
Reviewers note the milk container is too small, and one says it holds enough for only one latte. This matches the 0.26 L capacity in the specification.
One 1-star UK review reports leaking, loud grinding noise, no low-bean alert, a small water tank, short filter life and frequent automatic rinse cycles that waste water.
Reviewers like the LatteGo froth, describing lovely foamy milk for lattes and saying it works perfectly with non-dairy milk. Philips also claims LatteGo froths plant-based alternatives.
Reviewers are split on value. Several call it worth every penny or a good price, while others find it too expensive for its functions or build quality.
The Series 3300 LatteGo (EP3347/90), which adds iced drinks, SilentBrew and app support, is in stock at Argos and John Lewis for £369.99, well below the EP3246/70's last Philips UK price.
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Reliability reports are mixed. One reviewer reports the machine working as well as new after just over a year. Another says the grinder stopped working within 3 months and the machine leaked water soon after repair. No independent reliability data (e.g. Which?) could be accessed.
Currys Business lists espresso, americano, coffee, cappuccino, latte macchiato and hot water. Philips advertises 5 coffee options, including cappuccino and latte via LatteGo.
Several reviewers say the machine uses a lot of water. They report that the drip tray fills quickly and must be emptied after every use, and that the water tank feels small because the filter takes up space.
The machine measures 371 mm long, 246 mm wide and 433 mm high, and weighs 8 kg. The power cord is 1 m long.
Philips says the 2-part, tube-free LatteGo can be rinsed in as little as 15 seconds or put in the dishwasher, along with the drip tray and grounds container. The brew group is fully removable, and the AquaClean filter allows up to 5,000 cups without descaling (based on 8 filter replacements).
My Coffee Choice offers three strength settings and adjustable volume. The ceramic grinder is rated for at least 20,000 cups. There are no user profiles and no app or Wi-Fi connectivity.
On 29 October 2026 the EP3246/70 was not in stock anywhere checked: - Philips UK listed it at £599.99 but out of stock. - Amazon.co.uk showed it as currently unavailable. - Currys Business showed it as out of stock. - Currys' consumer product page redirects to a category page. - John Lewis and Argos do not list it.
Ease of use and cleaning is the most common praise in the Amazon.co.uk reviews read, both in the full reviews and in the quoted excerpts. One reviewer found it difficult to use.
Many reviewers praise the coffee as excellent, lovely, fresh or 'absolute quality', and one compares it favourably with pod machines.
Several reviewers complain that milk cannot be dispensed on its own, only as part of a coffee drink.
Reviewers note the milk container is too small, and one says it holds enough for only one latte. This matches the 0.26 L capacity in the specification.
One 1-star UK review reports leaking, loud grinding noise, no low-bean alert, a small water tank, short filter life and frequent automatic rinse cycles that waste water.
Reviewers like the LatteGo froth, describing lovely foamy milk for lattes and saying it works perfectly with non-dairy milk. Philips also claims LatteGo froths plant-based alternatives.
Reviewers are split on value. Several call it worth every penny or a good price, while others find it too expensive for its functions or build quality.
The Series 3300 LatteGo (EP3347/90), which adds iced drinks, SilentBrew and app support, is in stock at Argos and John Lewis for £369.99, well below the EP3246/70's last Philips UK price.
Applies to the model family
Reliability reports are mixed. One reviewer reports the machine working as well as new after just over a year. Another says the grinder stopped working within 3 months and the machine leaked water soon after repair. No independent reliability data (e.g. Which?) could be accessed.
Currys Business lists espresso, americano, coffee, cappuccino, latte macchiato and hot water. Philips advertises 5 coffee options, including cappuccino and latte via LatteGo.
Several reviewers say the machine uses a lot of water. They report that the drip tray fills quickly and must be emptied after every use, and that the water tank feels small because the filter takes up space.
User experience
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Summarised from the 8 reviews we read. A review can mention several points, so the theme counts can add up to more than 8.
Owners commonly appreciate straightforward operation, enjoyable coffee and easy cleaning, particularly the accessible milk system. Adjustable drink strength and size are welcomed, and one owner reports successful frothing with a plant-based milk. Recurring frustrations concern the absence of a standalone hot-milk option and the small milk container. Views on value are mixed. A dissatisfied owner reports leaks, intrusive noise and excessive rinsing water, while another describes continued satisfactory operation after more than a year.
Summarised from 8 reviews. The summary is drawn from opinions that recur in the reviews read; each theme shows how many reviews mention it. These counts are not a rate and do not apply to every unit.
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M*** M*** t*** c*** 5/5 26 November 2021 Amazon EP3246/70 listing; no separate review-level variant label shown.
I love coffee and over the years have had many machines but this is my first fully automatic Bean to cup….…
D*** T*** 5/5 12 August 2023 Amazon EP3246/70 listing; no separate review-level variant label shown.
This is a great option for your bean to cup coffee/latte/cappuccino/espresso maker. Lots of ways to configure the machine for the size and strength of coffee you want. Easy for your cappuccino. Easily makes two coffee/espresso/americanos side by side. 5 types coffee plus hot water for tea. If you run out of water in the middle, it tells you, you fill up, and it finishes your option. Great machine, and now I’m drinking even more coffee. I love it.
E*** 5/5 30 April 2022 Amazon EP3246/70 listing; no separate review-level variant label shown.
I love my new coffee machine, I think it is one of the most expensive devices in our kitchen but it worth the price. It is well build, easy to use, easy to clean, and makes lovely coffee, not sure why I haven't bought one for so many years. It is still early days so I cannot comment on the longevity of the product but time will tell.
L*** n*** 4/5 23 March 2022 Amazon EP3246/70 listing; no separate review-level variant label shown.
Easy for use, definitely need more options for this price. For example, option just for steam milk . But I happy with have its looks now. Big plus for milk container outside so you dint need clean inside
M*** P*** 5/5 3 January 2025 Amazon EP3246/70 listing; no separate review-level variant label shown.
I have this coffe machine litlebit over a year, everything working the same perfect way as it was when it was brand new. Everyday nice and fresh coffe, minimal maintenance and super easy cleaning
M*** W*** 1/5 30 December 2022 Amazon EP3246/70 listing; no separate review-level variant label shown.
it is leaking, it is quite difficult to use... machine is soooo loud that wakes up our baby... there is no alert that there is no coffee beans in.... water tank is small and you need to keep it almost full and filter dies so quickly. we truly regret that we bought it. nightmare No option of only hot milk! too expensive for basic functions. Milk container is for 1 latter only. Even when you leave cup so water after cleaning goes to cup. However there is water around and in the container with hot coffee. No idea why. Everything is wet. There is no place for grinded coffee Instruction is poor. Machine turns off automatically very quickly and you cannot stop it and it wastes water as cleans it again and again. Disapointing. Wasting of our money. Better to bin it.
A*** N*** G*** 5/5 1 March 2022 Amazon EP3246/70 listing; no separate review-level variant label shown.
The milk frother works perfectly with non-dairy milk e.g. Alpro Coconut-Almond. Very easy to use & clean.
B*** A*** 3/5 5 April 2023 Amazon EP3246/70 listing; no separate review-level variant label shown.
All good just the milk container too small
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YouTube · Review
The Philips 3200 is a popular super-automatic coffee machine featuring a removable brew group and a very convenient, easy-to-clean milk container. However, it only doses up to around 8 grams of coffee per shot, resulting in relatively mild drinks and a lungo-style extraction. While suitable for those who prefer lighter coffee and simple maintenance, the reviewer prefers rival machines such as the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo for richer espresso and superior milk texture.
YouTube · Review
The Philips 3200 LatteGo is an intuitive and compact bean-to-cup machine offering five drink selections. It stands out for its hose-free, dishwasher-safe LatteGo milk carafe, which produces impressive frothed milk while remaining effortless to clean and maintain.
Video summaries and timestamps were taken from the videos with AI (Gemini); the video itself is the source.
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