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Philips Café Aromis 8000 Series: two-minute review
The Philips Café Aromis 8000 Series is a high-end automatic coffee maker that excels on its own and even more so when combined with the Philips HomeID mobile app.
This coffee machine features an extensive menu of over 50 hot and cold drinks, inviting you to explore and adjust brew settings to match your preferred flavor profile. You can effortlessly navigate these options through a large, vibrant touchscreen or, more conveniently, the mobile app designed to resemble an AI chatbot. Your personalized preferences are saved for later, and remote brewing can also be initiated via the app.
After fine-tuning your brew settings, including adjusting the grind size with a dial located in the bean hopper, you’ll enjoy consistently excellent hot and cold beverages, complete with thick and creamy milk foam. The machine includes two milk carafes—one for hot milk and the other for cold—which can easily be disassembled for straightforward cleaning.
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The Café Aromis operates quietly and during my tests it performed similarly to the Quiet Mark certified KitchenAid KF6 while heating, grinding, and brewing.
It’s difficult to find fault with the Café Aromis, although a couple of minor quirks emerged during testing. The chute for adding pre-ground coffee tends to fog up while brewing, necessitating careful drying to prevent coffee grounds from sticking to the lid. Also, be cautious to let everything cool sufficiently before making iced drinks; otherwise, the milk may dispense with steam, resulting in a warm beverage—a challenge I didn’t encounter with the Jura J10 coffee maker.
Overall, the Café Aromis not only brews excellent coffee; it makes the entire process engaging, even for those lacking barista experience. If you can describe the flavor you enjoy, the machine takes care of the rest, making it an effortless endeavor.
Philips Café Aromis 8000 Series: specifications
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Name |
Philips Café Aromis 8000 Series |
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Type |
Bean-to-cup |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) |
9.9 x 15.3 x 17.8 inches / 251 x 389 x 452 mm |
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Weight |
20.5lbs / 9.3kg |
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Bean hopper capacity |
7oz / 200g |
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Water reservoir capacity |
2 quarts / 1.9 liters |
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Milk frother |
Yes, automatic hot and cold |
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Bars of pressure |
15 |
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User profiles |
8 |
Philips Café Aromis 8000 Series: price and availability
- Available in the US and UK, but not yet in Australia
- List price of $1,699.99 / £849.99 (approximately AU$2,380)
- More affordable compared to many similarly featured automatic coffee machines
The Philips Café Aromis 8000 Series debuted in March 2026, priced at $1,699.99 / £849.99, translating to about AU$2,380, though it has yet to reach the Australian market.
While it may not be cheap, the price is justified when you consider the extensive features of the Aromis. It’s competitively priced alongside the De’Longhi La Specialista Touch, which is a semi-automatic model lacking the automation and customization options offered by the Aromis. In terms of features, the Aromis is closer to the Siemens EQ900 Plus, priced at £2,199 (roughly $2,800 / AU$4,300) and not widely available outside Europe. Thus, the Aromis provides excellent value for its cost.
Philips Café Aromis 8000 Series: design
- Premium look and feel
- Large, bright touchscreen
- Thoughtful design touches
The Cafe Aromis is one of the most aesthetically pleasing coffee machines I have encountered, featuring a sleek brushed metal exterior, a sizeable color touchscreen, and a touch of real wood atop the coffee dispenser—detailing that enhances its premium appeal.
The two carafes—one designed for frothed hot milk and another for cold—can be easily disassembled into three hard plastic components for hassle-free cleaning. There are no inconvenient tubes to wash, and milk remains isolated from the machine’s interior, helping to prevent bacterial growth.
Each component of the machine feels durable and meticulously crafted. For instance, the coffee dispenser adjusts smoothly to accommodate different cup sizes and can elevate high enough to brew directly into a travel mug, providing multiple options from the machine’s extensive menus. The drip tray is suitably deep to catch spills and features a pour spout for easy emptying. Additionally, the case fingerprints much less easily than many other tested machines.
Even the maintenance hatch is elegantly designed, complete with a hinge so it doesn’t require full removal plus a brewing unit that can be lifted out with ease for cleaning. In many previous experiences with automatic coffee makers, I’ve spent ages figuring out how to replace the brew unit, but with the Aromis, it fits in place effortlessly and slides right back in.
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The water tank is also designed for ease of use, complete with a water hardness testing strip and a water filter. During setup, the machine guides you through the process of testing your tap water and installing the filter.
Originating from the top of the machine, the hopper requires ample overhead clearance for access. It features a tinted plastic lid with a rubber seal to maintain freshness without letting in too much light.
Additionally, there’s a front chute for adding pre-ground coffee if you wish to deviate from your usual bean selection. Just use the included scoop for the right dosage, keeping in mind that the drink’s strength cannot be altered during this process—only the volume and temperature.
Philips Café Aromis 8000 Series: performance
- Hot and cold espresso and milk foam
- Consistent results
- Excellent mobile app
- Quiet heating, grinding, and brewing
As expected from Philips, the Café Aromis 8000 Series delivers consistently outstanding coffee. With a diverse menu of over 50 hot and cold drinks, each entry is organized into sub-menus for your convenience. Start by selecting either hot or cold coffee with or without milk, then explore the various options available.
The machine prompts you to specify the type of beans being used (arabica, robusta, and roast level), but you can later fine-tune the strength and brew temperature, adjust the grind size, and modify the proportions of espresso, water, and milk for larger drinks.
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