1-on-1 Comparison

Side-by-Side Comparison

Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30

Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01

SCORE:
89
SCORE:
64

Highlights

  • 5" Built-in TFT display
  • Single boiler
  • Stainless Steel Disc grinder
  • 22 Beverages

Highlights

  • No display
  • Single boiler
  • Ceramic Disc grinder
  • 3 Beverages

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Overview

Overview

Here we are comparing Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 to Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01 to reveal their common strengths, weaknesses and differences. Based on the features and specifications we have given Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 and Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01 overall scores of 89 and 64 out of 100 respectively. You can also view their individual scores per features.

Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30

Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01

PHYSICAL
93
COFFEE DRINK TYPES
82
FEATURES
95
OVERALL
89
PHYSICAL
80
COFFEE DRINK TYPES
36
FEATURES
86
OVERALL
64

 
 

Drink Types

Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, espresso lungo, double espresso (doppio), americano, caffe, ristretto, mug to go, cappuccino, italian cappuccino, caffe latte, latte macchiato, espresso macchiato, caffe crema, café au lait, flat white, melange, cortado, galao, verlangerter, kleiner braunerPhilips 3000 Series HD8821/01 offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, caffe


Cappuccino Maker

Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 is able to automatically make milk based drinks from the menu. Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01 is not able to do that. However, it comes with a Pannarello milk frother which allows you to manually make cappuccino.

Advantage of Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30

This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 over Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01.

Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 vs Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
Number of Beverages 22 Beverages vs 3 Beverages
Display Built-in vs
Double Portion of Milk Drink vs
Espresso Lungo vs
Double Espresso (Doppio) vs
Americano vs
Ristretto vs
Mug To Go vs
Cappuccino vs
Italian Cappuccino vs
Caffe Latte vs
Latte Macchiato vs
Espresso Macchiato vs
Caffe Crema vs
Café Au Lait vs
Flat White vs
Melange vs
Cortado vs
Galao vs
Verlangerter vs
Kleiner Brauner vs
Hot Milk vs
Milk Froth vs
Remote Control by App vs
Extra Shot vs
Aroma Extract vs
Aroma Seal vs
Coffee Switch vs
Gusto perfetto vs
Lower Minimum Height of Cup 75 mm
2.95"
vs 85 mm
3.34"
Higher Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity 450 g
15.9 oz
vs 250 g
8.8 oz

Advantage of Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01

This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01 over Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30.

Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 vs Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
Material of Grinders Stainless Steel vs Ceramic
Higher Maximum Height of Cup 150 mm
5.9"
vs 152 mm
5.9"
Larger Water Tank 1.7 Liter
57.4 fl-oz
vs 1.8 Liter
61 fl-oz
Larger Dreg Drawer 12 Portions vs 15 Portions

Common Strengths and Weaknesses

Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both machines.

STRENGTHS
  Water Filter
  Cappuccino Maker
  Built-in Coffee Grinder
  Use Ground Coffee
  Drip tray water level indicator
  Water Level Indicator
  Espresso
  Caffe
  Hot Water
  Selection for Double Cup
  Selection of Grinding Level
  Self-cleaning Function
WEAKNESSES
  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 Baby Cappuccino
  No Cappuccino XL
  No Cappuccino+
  No Cappuccino Mix
  No Latte Macchiato XL
  No Latte Macchiato Triple Shot
  No Latte Caldo
  No Macchiato
  No Double Caffe Crema
  No Milchkaffee
  No White Coffee
  No Cold Coffee
  No Hot Chocolate

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 - Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 and here - Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01.

BASICS Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
BrandSaecoPhilips
ModelXelsis Deluxe SM8782/303000 Series HD8821/01
TypeSuper Automatic Coffee MachineAutomatic Espresso Machine
Type of ControlTouchscreen DisplayButtons
Body MaterialPlasticPlastic
ColorBlack
Painted Front
Black
Country of ManufactureItalyRomania
FEATURES Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
Number of Beverages22 Beverages3 Beverages
DisplayBuilt-in
Water Filter Aqua Clean Brita Intenza
Cappuccino MakerMilk Container Pannarello
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 GrindersStainless SteelCeramic
Grinder TypeDiscDisc
Ceramic Grinder Resource20000 cups20000 cups
Use Ground Coffee
Number of Coffee Bean HoppersSingleSingle
Drip tray water level indicator
Water Level Indicator
DRINKS Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
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 Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
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 Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
Cold Coffee
Hot Water
Hot Milk
Hot Chocolate
Milk Froth
OTHER FEATURES Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
Create an Individual Profile 8 profile 1 profile
Create a guest
Memory Function
Remote Control by App
Extra Shot
Aroma Extract
Aroma Seal
Coffee Switch
Gusto perfetto
Selection for Single Cup
Selection for Double Cup
Selection of Grinding Level 5 level 5 level
Self-cleaning Function
PHYSICAL & ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
Dimensions (W x H x D)283 mm x 393 mm x 489 mm
11.14" x 15.5" x 19.2"
215 mm x 330 mm x 429 mm
8.4" x 12.9" x 16.8"
Minimum Height of Cup75 mm
2.95"
85 mm
3.34"
Maximum Height of Cup150 mm
5.9"
152 mm
5.9"
Drip Tray Cover MaterialPlastic
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Reservoir FeaturesRemovableRemovable
Water Reservoir MaterialPlasticPlastic
Water Tank Capacity1.7 Liter
57.4 fl-oz
1.8 Liter
61 fl-oz
Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity450 g
15.9 oz
250 g
8.8 oz
Dreg Drawer Capacity12 Portions15 Portions
Power SupplyEuropean: 230 V/50 Hz
North American: 110 V/60 Hz
North American: 120 V/60 Hz
European: 230 V/50 Hz
Power Consumption1850 W1850 W
WARRANTY & ACCESSORIES Saeco Xelsis Deluxe SM8782/30 Philips 3000 Series HD8821/01
Warranty Period24 Months24 Months
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