1-on-1 Comparison

Side-by-Side Comparison

Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40

Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70

SCORE:
72
SCORE:
79

Highlights

  • Touch Buttons with LED-lighting display
  • Single boiler
  • Ceramic Disc grinder
  • 3 Beverages

Highlights

  • Touch Buttons with LED-lighting TFT LCD display
  • Single boiler
  • Ceramic Disc grinder
  • 8 Beverages

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Content

Overview

Overview

Here we are comparing Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 to Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70 to reveal their common strengths, weaknesses and differences. Based on the features and specifications we have given Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 and Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70 overall scores of 72 and 79 out of 100 respectively. You can also view their individual scores per features.

Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40

Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70

PHYSICAL
91
COFFEE DRINK TYPES
46
FEATURES
88
OVERALL
72
PHYSICAL
91
COFFEE DRINK TYPES
61
FEATURES
91
OVERALL
79


Drink Types

Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, caffe, cappuccinoPhilips 4300 Series EP4346/70 offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, americano, caffe, ristretto, cappuccino, latte macchiato, caffe crema, café au lait

Advantage of Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70

This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70 over Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40.

Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 vs Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70
Number of Beverages 3 Beverages vs 8 Beverages
Americano vs
Ristretto vs
Latte Macchiato vs
Caffe Crema vs
Café Au Lait vs
Create a guest vs 1 profile
Memory Function vs

Common Strengths and Weaknesses

Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both machines.

STRENGTHS
  Touch Buttons with LED-lighting Display
  Water Filter
  Cappuccino Maker
  Built-in Coffee Grinder
  Ceramic Grinder
  Use Ground Coffee
  Drip tray water level indicator
  Water Level Indicator
  Espresso
  Caffe
  Cappuccino
  Hot Water
  Milk Froth
  Selection for Double Cup
  Selection of Grinding Level
  Selection of Coffee Strength
  Selection of Coffee Temperature
  Self-cleaning Function
WEAKNESSES
  No Double Portion of Milk Drink
  No Espresso Lungo
  No Double Espresso (Doppio)
  No Doppio+
  No Americano Extra Shot
  No Double Caffe
  No Caffe Lungo
  No Morning Coffee
  No Long Black
  No Caffe Barista
  No Lungo Barista
  No Double Ristretto
  No Special Coffee
  No Red Eye
  No Black Eye
  No Dead Eye
  No Pot of Coffee
  No Mug To Go
  No Baby Cappuccino
  No Cappuccino XL
  No Cappuccino+
  No Cappuccino Mix
  No Italian Cappuccino
  No Caffe Latte
  No Latte Macchiato XL
  No Latte Macchiato Triple Shot
  No Latte Caldo
  No Macchiato
  No Espresso Macchiato
  No Double Caffe Crema
  No Flat White
  No Melange
  No Cortado
  No Galao
  No Verlangerter
  No Kleiner Brauner
  No Milchkaffee
  No White Coffee
  No Cold Coffee
  No Hot Milk
  No Hot Chocolate
  No Cold Milk Foam
  No Remote Control by App
  No Cup Warmer

Specifications

And in the end we display side by side all the specifications which are present for both models.

Note: The following table shows only those details which are applicable for both models and excludes the ones that are applicable for only one model. If you want to see a full list of specs for each model please visit their individual pages here - Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 and here - Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70.

BASICS Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70
BrandPhilipsPhilips
Model2200 Series EP2231/404300 Series EP4346/70
TypeAutomatic Espresso MachineAutomatic Espresso Machine
Type of ControlTouchscreenDisplay with touchscreen
Release Year20202020
Body MaterialPlasticPlastic
ColorBlackBlack/Gray
Country of ManufactureRomaniaRomania
FEATURES Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70
Number of Beverages3 Beverages8 Beverages
DisplayTouch Buttons with LED-lighting Touch Buttons with LED-lighting
Water Filter Aqua Clean Aqua Clean
Cappuccino Maker Cappuccinatore LatteGo Cappuccinatore LatteGo
Double Portion of Milk Drink
Heating SystemBoilerBoiler
Number of BoilersSingleSingle
Material of Boiler (s)Stainless SteelStainless Steel
Pump Pressure15 Bar15 Bar
Built-in Coffee Grinder
Material of GrindersCeramicCeramic
Grinder TypeDiscDisc
Ceramic Grinder Resource20000 cups20000 cups
Use Ground Coffee
Number of Coffee Bean HoppersSingleSingle
Drip tray water level indicator
Water Level Indicator
DRINKS Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70
Espresso
Espresso Lungo
Double Espresso (Doppio)
Doppio+
Americano
Americano Extra Shot
Caffe
Double Caffe
Caffe Lungo
Morning Coffee
Long Black
Caffe Barista
Lungo Barista
Ristretto
Double Ristretto
Special Coffee
Red Eye
Black Eye
Dead Eye
Pot of Coffee
Mug To Go
MILK DRINKS Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70
Cappuccino
Baby Cappuccino
Cappuccino XL
Cappuccino+
Cappuccino Mix
Italian Cappuccino
Caffe Latte
Latte Macchiato
Latte Macchiato XL
Latte Macchiato Triple Shot
Latte Caldo
Macchiato
Espresso Macchiato
Caffe Crema
Double Caffe Crema
Café Au Lait
Flat White
Melange
Cortado
Galao
Verlangerter
Kleiner Brauner
Milchkaffee
White Coffee
OTHER DRINKS Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70
Cold Coffee
Hot Water
Hot Milk
Cold Milk
Hot Chocolate
Cold Milk Foam
Brew Over Ice
Milk Froth
OTHER FEATURES Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70
Create an Individual Profile 2 profile
Create a guest 1 profile
Memory Function
Remote Control by App
Cup Warmer
Extra Shot
Aroma Extract
Aroma Seal
Coffee Switch
Gusto perfetto
Selection for Single Cup
Selection for Double Cup
Selection of Grinding Level 12 level 12 level
Selection of Coffee Strength 3 level 5 level
Selection of Coffee Temperature 3 level 3 level
Self-cleaning Function
Auto Off
PHYSICAL & ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70
Dimensions (W x H x D)246 mm x 433 mm x 371 mm
9.6" x 17.0" x 14.6"
246 mm x 372 mm x 433 mm
9.6" x 14.6" x 17.0"
Weight8.0 kg (17.0 lbs)8.0 kg (17.0 lbs)
Minimum Height of Cup85 mm
3.34"
85 mm
3.34"
Maximum Height of Cup145 mm
5.7"
145 mm
5.7"
Drip Tray Cover MaterialStainless SteelStainless Steel
Water Reservoir FeaturesRemovableRemovable
Water Reservoir MaterialPlasticPlastic
Milk Tank Capacity0.26 Liter
9 fl-oz
0.26 Liter
9 fl-oz
Water Tank Capacity1.8 Liter
61 fl-oz
1.8 Liter
61 fl-oz
Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity275 g
9.7 oz
275 g
9.7 oz
Dreg Drawer Capacity12 Portions12 Portions
Power SupplyNorth American: 120 V/60 Hz
European: 230 V/50 Hz
North American: 120 V/60 Hz
European: 230 V/50 Hz
Power Consumption1500 W1500 W
Power Cord Length1 m1 m
WARRANTY & ACCESSORIES Philips 2200 Series EP2231/40 Philips 4300 Series EP4346/70
Warranty Period24 Months24 Months
AccessoriesGrease Tube, Measuring Scoop, Water Hardness Test StripGrease Tube, Measuring Scoop, Water Hardness Test Strip
Recommended Descaler TypeSpecial Powder, Liquid, Tablet (CA6705/10, CA6700/10, CA6704/10)Special Powder, Liquid, Tablet (CA6705/10, CA6700/10, CA6704/10)

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