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Cuisinart EM550E or Philips 2200 Series?

What actually differs between the Cuisinart EM550E and the Philips 2200 Series, and what that means for who you are.

What differs

  • The 2200 Series is €126.00 cheaper.
  • Both are the same kind of machine, a bean-to-cup, so they work the same way.
  • Both have a built-in grinder, so you do not need to buy one.
  • Milk works the same on both: with a steam wand you control yourself.
  • Cleaning the milk system is the same on both: after every use, a short burst of steam or water and a wipe with a damp cloth.
  • The EM550E has 2 more recipes on the menu.

Specifications side by side

Cuisinart EM550EPhilips 2200 Series
TypeBean-to-cupBean-to-cup
GrinderBuilt inBuilt in
Milk systemSteam wand you control yourselfSteam wand you control yourself
Drinks4 recipes2 recipes + hot water
BurrsConical steel burrsCeramic burrs
Grind settingsNot stated12
Water tank1.5 litres1.8 litres
Bean hopper150 g275 g
Grounds containerNot stated12 servings
WidthNot stated24.6 cm
Depth x heightNot stated43.3 x 37.2 cm
WeightNot stated7–7.5 kg
Spout heightNot stated85–145 mm
Cord lengthNot stated80–120 cm
Pump pressure19 bar15 bar
PowerNot stated1500 watt
Energy classNot statedA
Standby powerNot stated0.2 watt
MaterialNot statedPlastic
Warranty3 years2 years
Made inNot statedChina/Romania
Model numberEM550EEP2220/10

Who for

Cuisinart EM550E

Anyone who mostly drinks black coffee and cold brew and froths milk by hand.

Philips 2200 Series

Anyone who wants to press a button and drinks their coffee black.

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