Philips 5500 Series LatteGo Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
EP5541/20
Product Overview
Key Features
- 20 Pre-programmed drinks with Silent brew technology
- Create silky smooth milk froth with LatteGo milk system
- Ceramic grinder with 12 settings from fine to coarse
- Select, customize and save drinks on the intuitive display
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Philips
- Model Number:
- EP5541/20
- Pump Power:
- 15 Bar
- Water Tank Capacity (L):
- 1.8
- Hopper Capacity (g):
- 275
- Controls:
- Touch Screen
Coffee & Drinks
- Milk Frother:
- Create silky smooth milk froth with LatteGo milk system
- Includes Grinder:
- Yes
Power & Charging
- Power (W):
- 1500
Options
- Programs:
- 20 Pre-programmed drinks, Quick Start, LatteGo, SilentBrew
General Information
- Type:
- Automatic Coffee Machine
- Family:
- Series 5500
- Colour:
- Black
- Materials:
- Plastic and metal
- Additional Features:
- 4 Profiles + guest profile, Quick Start, LatteGo, SilentBrew technology, 260mL milk container
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Coffee & Drinks
- Milk Frother:
- Create silky smooth milk froth with LatteGo milk system
- Includes Grinder:
- Yes
Options
- Programs:
- 20 Pre-programmed drinks, Quick Start, LatteGo, SilentBrew
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 480
- Box Width (mm):
- 290
- Box Depth (mm):
- 490
- Box Weight (kg):
- 10
Product Reviews of Philips 5500 Series LatteGo Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.8 out of 5 stars from 19 reviews
100% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Extremely easy to use, even for non-tech savvy users and beginners
- Compact size with a small footprint, ideal for kitchen benches
- Wide variety of coffee programs and customisable settings available
- Produces consistently great coffee with fresh beans or ground coffee
- Fully automatic operation, minimal clean-up and maintenance required
- Froths milk at a hot temperature and offers user-friendly menu options
Pros
Easy (3)
Cleaning (1)
Quality (1)
Efficient (1)
Great
KL
Confirmed purchase 11 October 2026
Published on 6 November 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Philips 5500 Series LatteGo Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Easy to use and very compact compare to other automatic coffee machines
Raymond
Confirmed purchase 10 September 2026
Published on 7 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Easy maintenance and quick
I swapped my high-maintenance manual machine for this automatic one, and it was the best decision ever! No complicated steps, minimal cleanup, and delicious morning coffee at the touch of a button. Perfect for lazy coffee lovers or anyone with a busy schedule who just wants an effortless cup of coffee.
Kim M
Confirmed purchase 6 September 2026
Published on 30 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Everything I could wish for.
I wanted to purchase the Phillips 4400 but it wasn’t available so I purchased the 5500. The difference is the number of coffee programs available. And a bit more expensive. . The 5500 offers more programs. It has a small footprint which is good as it sits on the bench in the pantry. Before use it needs to be set up, but this is easy. You need to test the hardness of your water and it tells you how many cup you can make before it needs to be descaled. Mine is 500 cups as I use filtered water. The big deal for me is that it grinds fresh beans for each cup although there is also provision for ground coffee. You can predetermine coffee amounts, milk amounts and size of cup. There is provision for 4 settings, each colour coded. The second big deal is that it is fully automatic. Just switch it on, attach the milk container select programme and push start. The specially designed milk spout provides frothy milk. The quality is so good that I now fill my take away cup when I’m going out.
Elizabeth Schubert
Confirmed purchase 22 August 2026
Published on 16 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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5 Stars for me
Absolutely loving my 5500 latteGo it’s my special treat to myself. Great coffee and easy to use. I watched the tutorial video on YouTube so I could set it up, and understand what to do. The machine actually prompts you. I am one happy customer.😊
Frances
Confirmed purchase 8 August 2026
Published on 1 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Philip 5500 Latte Go
Fantastic coffee machine. It takes a while to adjust making my cup of coffee. Now I can enjoy my coffee at home whenever I want.
Jo
Confirmed purchase 11 June 2026
Published on 2 August 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great barista
Very happy with purchase. Makes delicious espresso... Love it
Amit
Confirmed purchase 19 June 2026
Published on 15 July 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great Coffee Machine
Pleasantly surprised with the ease of use. I am far from tech savvy and I find this machine just SO easy to use. I am not a coffee snob so I can't say if it produces brilliant coffee or not, but I am more than happy with my purchase and so are my guests.
Keitharena
Confirmed purchase 21 June 2026
Published on 15 July 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Fast and easy
The machine is super simple to use only one press and your coffee is ready
Fatima
Confirmed purchase 13 June 2026
Published on 8 July 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great machine
Very easy to use and makes great coffee
TB
Confirmed purchase 23 April 2026
Published on 19 May 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
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At a glance
The Philips 5500 Series LatteGo is a premium automatic coffee machine designed for coffee lovers seeking convenience and variety. With 20 one-touch recipes and a fast-cleaning milk system, it’s ideal for busy households or small offices. Its quiet operation and customisable settings stand out, though it lacks advanced barista-level customisation found in specialist machines.
What it's great for
- Quick Coffee Preparation
- Variety of Drinks
- Easy Maintenance
- Everyday Use
- Entertaining Guests
Where it works best
- Home Kitchen
- Small Office
- Shared Spaces
- Apartment Living
Who it's for
- Coffee Enthusiast
- Busy Professional
- Families
- Office Teams
Things to consider
Does not offer advanced manual customisation for coffee strength or milk texture compared to specialist barista machines.
Ease of use score
9/10 - Simple one-touch controls and intuitive interface make operation easy for all users.
Coffee variety suitability
Excellent - Supports a wide range of hot and iced coffees, including Australian café favourites.
Office vs home fit
Best suited for home kitchens and small offices where convenience and drink variety are valued.
Cleaning convenience
9/10 - LatteGo milk system and dishwasher-safe parts enable quick and easy cleaning.
Milk frothing performance
8/10 - Produces smooth, silky froth suitable for most café-style drinks, though lacks manual frothing control.
Key benefits
- LatteGo Milk System: Delivers silky milk froth and is dishwasher-safe for fast cleaning.
- 20 Beverage Recipes: Offers a wide selection of hot and iced café-style drinks at one touch.
- SilentBrew Technology: Operates quietly, making it suitable for shared spaces and early mornings.
- Ceramic Grinder: Up to 12 grind settings for consistent coffee flavour and durability.
- One-Touch Operation: Simplifies brewing with intuitive controls for quick coffee preparation.
- Easy Bean-to-Cup Brewing: Fresh coffee from beans with minimal effort.
- Customisable Settings: Adjust drink size and strength for personal preference.
- Dishwasher-Safe Parts: Key components can be cleaned in the dishwasher for added convenience.
Q: Does it make hot chocolate as well as coffee drinks
A: No. Philips 5500 Series LatteGo is built for bean-to-cup coffee recipes and automatic milk frothing, not for mixing powdered drinks. It suits espresso, latte and cappuccino style drinks rather than acting as a dedicated hot chocolate machine.
Q: Can several people save their own coffee settings on this machine
A: Yes. Philips 5500 Series LatteGo lets you save 4 user profiles plus a guest setting, so different drink sizes and preferences are ready without re-entering them each time. That is useful in shared kitchens or busy morning routines.
Q: How often will the water tank and bean hopper need refilling
A: Philips 5500 Series LatteGo has a 1.8L water tank and a 275g bean hopper, so it is better suited to repeated daily use than smaller bean-to-cup machines. Refill frequency still depends on how many drinks are made and whether they include milk.
Q: Can the LatteGo system froth plant-based milk properly
A: Yes. The LatteGo milk system is designed to create silky milk froth and is described as working with plant-based milk as well. Texture can still vary by milk style and brand, so results may differ from dairy milk.
Q: Is the milk system easy to clean after each coffee
A: Yes. The LatteGo milk system can be cleaned in under 10 seconds under a tap or in the dishwasher, which keeps daily clean-up simple. That suits households making multiple milk coffees without wanting a long rinse routine.
Q: How much control do I get over grind and drink strength
A: Philips 5500 Series LatteGo has a ceramic grinder with 12 grind settings and lets you customise drinks through the display. It suits buyers who want easy adjustment, but it is still an automatic machine rather than a manual barista setup.
Q: Will it be noisy on an early morning kitchen bench
A: Philips 5500 Series LatteGo includes SilentBrew technology for quieter coffee preparation, which suits apartments and shared spaces. It is not silent, because the grinder and brewing system still operate, but it is designed to reduce the usual machine noise.
