Philips Senseo Coffee Pod Machine Review

Senseo is a push-button coffee machine that takes less than a minute to make a cup or two of coffee. The coffee is hot, creamy and tastes great!

Senseo's unique pressurized brewing system produces a rich crema layer that ensures premium taste. There are many flavors and blends available.

Product Description

The Philips senseo coffee pod machine is an excellent option to have an instant cup of freshly brewed coffee. It's easy to use. Just switch it on and wait for the red light to stop blinking, then insert one of the Senseo coffee pads and press the one or two cup buttons. The coffee is ready in just a few minutes and tastes delicious. It has a spout that is adjustable that can fit any size mug. It's light and easy to clean. The reservoir for water holds about 3 mugs and it will warn you if it is in need of refilling, by flashing very rapidly.

The machine is made from high-quality materials and comes with the warranty for one year. The parts that can be removed, including the pod holder, reservoir the coffee spout and drip tray are all dishwasher safe. There are a variety of reusable coffee pods. You can even get eco-pods, which are cheaper.

Douwe Egberts has developed Senseo pods that give a smooth coffee taste and delicious foam layer. They are made of carefully selected coffee beans, then roasted and ground in order to accommodate a variety of tastes. There are a number of varieties of blends and flavors to select from, including long and strong coffees. The most recent versions include Intensity Select, a brand new technology that lets you choose the strength of your coffee.

Coffee Boost technology increases the number of aroma nozzles that are on the coffee pods up to 45 which makes the coffee more flavorful. Cream Plus technology guarantees the most delicate, smoothest layer of coffee.

There are a few drawbacks to this method. It's not suitable for large families, or coffee drinkers who consume a lot of coffee - except if they're willing to pay five times more for a cup. Second, it's not an espresso maker. it uses a moderate pressure to brew coffee, but it doesn't make the thick froth, or crema that you get from an espresso.

The spout's size is so small that it's difficult to pour coffee into a standard cup. If you are willing to sacrifice a little it's a great coffee maker. It's easy to use and makes a an excellent cup of coffee each time.

Features

This is an excellent little machine. It's simple to use, and makes coffee quickly. Turn on, wait until the red light stops flashing and then insert a pod, press one or more cups and the machine will do the rest. In about 30 seconds it will make a great cup of coffee that is decent and the spout can be adjusted to accommodate any size mug.

The system is based on specially developed Douwe Egberts coffee pods (called pads in certain countries). The pods are filled with a mixture of instant coffee and finely-ground and roasted beans. They are then sealed in an airtight container. This allows the pods to brew in a very short time, preserving the complete flavor and aroma of the coffee while allowing you to enjoy the rich crema coffee layer on top.

All Senseo machines use the same brewing process that is fast and efficient, but there are three different variants depending on which type of latte you want to make: cappuccino cafe latte, and latte macchiato. You can make each variant with or without foamed milk. You can also select between regular, extra-strong or decaffeinated espresso.

The machine has a compact design and a contemporary look. It fits nicely on the kitchen counter and won't embarrass an appliance like a Sub-Zero refrigerator or Viking range. It's also extremely energy-efficient, taking less than a second to make just one or two cups. It is programmed to shut off automatically and its parts that are removable, including the coffee pad holder, water reservoir, and drip tray are dishwasher-safe.

It comes with a one-year warranty. It is easy to clean, by rinsing only occasionally of the tank that holds water and the spout. The drip tray coffee pad holder, drip tray and exterior of the machine may also be wiped clean.

The biggest drawback of the Senseo system is that it only makes one or two cups of eight-ounces at a time. Therefore, it's not suitable for huge families or heavy drinkers. Also, it's not for people who prefer their coffee in a standard mug because it's not able to accommodate them.

Conclusions

Senseo is a fantastic coffee pod machine that can help you save time and energy. It is a simple use and clean machine that can make a great cup of coffee in a short time. The coffee is delicious and the crema created at the top of the cup is a nice addition. The only downside to this coffee machine is that the pods are quite expensive but you can find more affordable alternatives. You can also buy a reusable filter for this machine which will cut your costs considerably.

The coffee maker will automatically shut off when the brewing process is complete. This helps save energy and money, and also ensures that the machine is in optimum working condition. It's also an green option than an espresso maker as it uses less water and steam.

The machine is compatible with Douwe Egberts' capsules Senseo, that have an airtight foil-based system that creates a thick layer of crema on top of the coffee. The coffee is a blend of Arabica beans that is guaranteed to be full-flavored.

The Senseo machine is capable of making three types of coffee with foamed milk: cappuccino cafe latte, and latte macchiato. These aren't real cappuccinos, however, as the Senseo system only uses the pressure of a light to brew the coffee, and does not make real espresso. But, the coffee is still delicious and will help you save time and effort, plus there is no need for a separate milk frother.