Great choice of beverages, the possibility of programming coffee for several users, technological effectiveness of the model, cleverness of the controls, the “brutality” of the model.
No programming for automatic switch-on and tamper-proof.
OPPORTUNITIES
Espresso, Espresso Lungo, Cappuccino, Latte-Macchiato, Coffee Latte, Hot Water, Spresso – Hot Milk, Espresso – Macchiato, American Coffee.
Beverage capacity: not shown in ml.
Automatic milk froth drink preparation.
The possibility of preparing drinks from ground coffee.
Preparation of two cups at the same time – espresso, espresso lungo possible.
You can interrupt the coffee making process at any time.
Programming of beverage volumes, including milk beverages.
Ability to personalize the settings for each drink according to the user’s choice. Programming of amount of ground coffee, pre-humidification before brewing, temperature low/medium/high , amount of drink, amount of milk, type of emulsion.
Adjustment of beverage strength light medium strong .
SBS device – optional for adjusting coffee density – only during coffee preparation – immediate effect on selected coffee delivery.
REFERENCES
The machine is simply stunning in its capabilities. In addition to the usual selection, you can select at the touch of a button
Two types of espresso – short or long. In addition, four beverages are in the category of Swissial and can be programmed through the menu.
Excellent espresso is produced with a nice, steady foam.
Short espresso brewing speed – 49.6 sec.
Temperature of the final brew varies from 58° C to 65° C. The average temperature of the drink – 63 ° C.
Cappuccino and all milk-based drinks are made automatically. Interestingly, in this case coffee is delivered through a different outlet in the dispenser.
Two possibilities for increasing the coffee strength: selection in the menu shown graphically on the display and turning the knob on the coffee spout. This adjusts the speed at which the water passes through the coffee. This function allows you to change the taste in the already brewed beverage.
The milk jug is plastic and see-through, with a very elaborate lid that also serves as a spout for placing the milk foam in the cup.
Two cups are prepared in halves – first, a portion is brewed and poured into two cups, then a second portion is grinded and the cups are refilled with half a cup each.
CONTROL
Buttons for single espresso, long espresso, cappuccino, latte macchiato , coffee with milk for hot water for aroma selection strength of beverage for accessing special functions for putting machine into standby for cleaning cycle.
“Special” button for hot milk, steam, espresso, macchiato, American-style coffee.
REFERENCES
The control panel makes a stunning impression. You feel like the captain of a spaceship, at least when you turn it on. It seems to us that it is above all strong men who admire this machine, knowing that they are operating a serious appliance. It is possible for several people at the same time to program the parameters for their drinks using special icons. Then simply press the chosen icon and the beverage will flow – the temperature, volume and strength of the beverage as programmed. All main drinks are “one-touch” selections, while those called specialty drinks are selected through a menu search. It’s easy to change the coffee strength: There is a button for adjusting this parameter and it also controls the consistency of ground coffee. Or you just have to turn the knob on the coffee dispenser. But to change temperature, you have to go to the menu to find the setting. The dispenser can be removed for milk frothy drinks. Coffee is poured for these drinks through another hole that is at a higher height. This allows for the use of taller glasses.
COMFORT
Cup warmer function with possibility of turning off. Audible signals when the function is turned on, can be switched off. The display brightness can be adjusted in
Depending on the light in the room. Goes on standby automatically after 60 minutes. You can turn off the machine manually by simply holding down the button for 3 seconds. Restoring factory settings.
OPPORTUNITIES
The most unexpected is that there is no automatic switch on function at a pre-set time and there is no possibility to reprogram the automatic switch off time.
SERVICE
Automatic rinse before turning off. The function of rinsing of the brewing unit is recommended after 500 cups. Automatic rinsing of the milk container after each drink, the function can be deactivated. Descaling cycle is recommended every 1-2 months, or when the machine gives the message. You need to open the front door to remove coffee grounds from the drip tray. Test strips for measuring water hardness.
FEATURES
1.6L water tank. Water filter. Time format – 12 or 24 hours. Dispenser height: 7 to 11 cm for coffee 14 to 16 cm for milk froth. When making espresso, not the whole unit moves up and down, but the plastic plate slides down from the unit. For milk-based drinks, coffee is poured from one opening instead of two.
Statistics – a counter for each individual drink after the last reset, and how many liters of water can be used before the decalcification cycle.
ATTENTION
Convenient to place a tall glass by simply removing the coffee dispenser. But once, when pouring espresso into a cup with the espresso plate pulled all the way out, our coffee not only poured from the holes but also trickled. This is probably due to the fact that the knob for adjusting the potency was turned all the way to the right.
COFFEEMAKER
350g coffee beans, 7-10.5g ground coffee.
8 positions for adjusting the consistency of grind.
DIMENSIONS HxWxD : 37x29x43 cm.
WEIGHT: 17 kg.
WARRANTY: 2 years.
COUNTRY OF MANUFACTURER: Italy.
84,990 Dollars.
I read your review of the Philips Saeco HD 8944 automatic coffee machine and it sounds impressive. The ease of use and customizable options are appealing, but I’m curious about the cleaning process. Could you please share your experience with cleaning and maintenance?
Can the Philips Saeco HD 8944 automatic coffee machine consistently produce high-quality coffee, meeting the standards of a true espresso lover? How does it compare to other automatic coffee machines in terms of convenience, taste, and durability?