1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00
Gaggia Babila
Highlights
- Built-in display
- Single boiler
- Ceramic Disc grinder
- 5 Beverages
Highlights
- Built-in LCD (Monochromatic) display
- Double boiler
- Ceramic Flat grinder
- 11 Beverages
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Content
Overview
Overview
Here we are comparing Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 to Gaggia Babila to reveal their common strengths, weaknesses and differences. Based on the features and specifications we have given Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 and Gaggia Babila overall scores of 71 and 81 out of 100 respectively. You can also view their individual scores per features.
Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00
Gaggia Babila
Drink Types
Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, caffe, cappuccinoGaggia Babila offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, espresso lungo, caffe, ristretto, cappuccino, latte macchiato, espresso macchiato, flat white
Two Boilers
Gaggia Babila is a dual boiler machine. In general, water used for milk steaming has to be hotter than the water used for coffee brewing. In dual boiler machines while one boiler heats the water for coffee brewing the other boiler heats the water for milk steaming and since these two proccesses require different temperatures such machines are faster as both boilers work simultaneously as opposed to the single boiler ones, like Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00, which have to wait between steaming and brewing sessions.
Advantage of Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00
This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 over Gaggia Babila.
Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 | vs | Gaggia Babila | |
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Memory Function | vs | ||
Higher Maximum Height of Cup | 145 mm 5.7" |
vs | 140 mm 5.5" |
Larger Water Tank | 1.8 Liter 61 fl-oz |
vs | 1.5 Liter 51 fl-oz |
Larger Dreg Drawer | 15 Portions | vs | 11 Portions |
Advantage of Gaggia Babila
This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Gaggia Babila over Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00.
Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 | vs | Gaggia Babila | |
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Number of Beverages | 5 Beverages | vs | 11 Beverages |
More Boilers | Single | vs | Double |
Espresso Lungo | vs | ||
Ristretto | vs | ||
Latte Macchiato | vs | ||
Espresso Macchiato | vs | ||
Flat White | vs | ||
Hot Milk | vs | ||
Milk Froth | vs | ||
Higher Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity | 250 g 8.8 oz |
vs | 300 g 10.6 oz |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both machines.
STRENGTHS |
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Built-in 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 |
Selection for Double Cup |
Selection of Grinding Level |
Selection of Coffee Strength |
Selection of Coffee Temperature |
Self-cleaning Function |
WEAKNESSES |
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No Double Portion of Milk Drink |
No Double Espresso (Doppio) |
No Doppio+ |
No Americano |
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 Caffe Crema |
No Double Caffe Crema |
No Café Au Lait |
No Melange |
No Cortado |
No Galao |
No Verlangerter |
No Kleiner Brauner |
No Milchkaffee |
No White Coffee |
No Cold Coffee |
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 3100 Series HD3558/00 and here - Gaggia Babila.
BASICS | Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 | Gaggia Babila |
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Brand | Philips | Gaggia |
Model | 3100 Series HD3558/00 | Babila |
Type | Automatic Espresso Machine | Super-Automatic Coffee Machine |
Type of Control | Buttons | Display |
Body Material | Plastic | Glossy Silver Painted Metal |
Color | Black | Silver |
Country of Manufacture | Romania | Italy |
FEATURES | Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 | Gaggia Babila |
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Number of Beverages | 5 Beverages | 11 Beverages |
Display | Built-in | Built-in |
Water Filter | Aqua Clean | |
Cappuccino Maker | Easy Cappuccino | Integrated Milk Carafe Hot Water Dispenser |
Double Portion of Milk Drink | ||
Heating System | Boiler | Boiler |
Number of Boilers | Single | Double |
Material of Boiler (s) | Stainless Steel | Light aluminum and stainless steel |
Pump Pressure | 15 Bar | 15 Bar |
Built-in Coffee Grinder | ||
Material of Grinders | Ceramic | Ceramic |
Grinder Type | Disc | Flat |
Use Ground Coffee | ||
Number of Coffee Bean Hoppers | Single | Single |
Drip tray water level indicator | ||
Water Level Indicator |
DRINKS | Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 | Gaggia Babila |
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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 3100 Series HD3558/00 | Gaggia Babila |
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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 3100 Series HD3558/00 | Gaggia Babila |
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Cold Coffee | ||
Hot Water | ||
Hot Milk | ||
Cold Milk | ||
Hot Chocolate | ||
Cold Milk Foam | ||
Brew Over Ice | ||
Milk Froth |
OTHER FEATURES | Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 | Gaggia Babila |
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Create an Individual Profile | 1 profile | |
Memory Function | ||
Remote Control by App | ||
Cup Warmer | ||
Selection for Single Cup | ||
Selection for Double Cup | ||
Selection of Grinding Level | 5 level | 15 level |
Selection of Coffee Strength | 5 level | 5 level |
Selection of Coffee Temperature | 3 level | 3 level |
Self-cleaning Function | ||
Auto Off |
PHYSICAL & ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES | Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 | Gaggia Babila |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) | 215 mm x 429 mm x 330 mm 8.4" x 16.8" x 12.9" | 245 mm x 360 mm x 420 mm 9.6" x 14.1" x 16.5" |
Weight | 7.2 kg (15.0 lbs) | 13.4 kg (29.5 lbs) |
Maximum Height of Cup | 145 mm 5.7" | 140 mm 5.5" |
Drip Tray Cover Material | Stainless Steel | Chromed Metal |
Water Reservoir Features | Removable | Removable |
Water Reservoir Material | Plastic | Plastic |
Milk Tank Capacity | 0.5 Liter 17 fl-oz | 0.5 Liter 17 fl-oz |
Water Tank Capacity | 1.8 Liter 61 fl-oz | 1.5 Liter 51 fl-oz |
Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity | 250 g 8.8 oz | 300 g 10.6 oz |
Dreg Drawer Capacity | 15 Portions | 11 Portions |
Power Supply | North American: 120 V/60 Hz European: 230 V/50 Hz | North American: 120 V/60 Hz European: 230 V/50 Hz |
Power Consumption | 1850 W | 1500 W |
Power Cord Length | 1 m | 1.7 m |
WARRANTY & ACCESSORIES | Philips 3100 Series HD3558/00 | Gaggia Babila |
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Warranty Period | 24 Months | 24 Months |
Accessories | Grease Tube, Measuring Scoop, Water Hardness Test Strip | Grease Tube, Measuring Spoon, Aquaclean |