Philips 2300 LatteGo Review – Bean to Cup Espresso Machine Review

At Mark’s Tech Vlogs, I recently purchased the Philips 2300 LatteGo — a fully automated bean-to-cup espresso machine that’s QuietMark certified for lower noise levels.
Alongside this blog post, I’ve also made a full video review, where I show the machine in action. Be sure to check that out too!
Today, I’ll be sharing my experience after using the machine daily for the last three weeks — covering everything from design and specs to setup, maintenance, and the all-important taste test.

Pricing
I purchased the Philips 2300 LatteGo myself. While the RRP is £500, it’s regularly on sale for around £350 (affiliate link below if you’re interested!).

Design
The Philips 2300 LatteGo strikes a nice balance between size and practicality. It’s slimmer than my old DeLonghi machine, with a modern black body, a water tank on the right, and smart silver accents on the front.
Highlights include:
A spacious transparent bean container (with adjustable grind settings)
A water tank with a 1.8L capacity
Space for pre-ground coffee (if you prefer)
An adjustable coffee spout (great for taller mugs)
A neat touch-sensitive control panel (these are printed buttons, not a digital screen)

Specifications
Here’s what you get with the Philips 2300 LatteGo:
15-bar pressure system
3 preset drinks: espresso, cappuccino, and black coffee
Hot water function
LatteGo milk frother attachment
Ceramic grinder with 12 settings
SilentBrew technology (Certified by QuietMark)
Auto shut-off feature
2-year warranty
Dishwasher-safe parts
One major selling point for me was the QuietMark certification. Philips claim their SilentBrew system reduces noise by up to 40%. In my experience, it is noticeably quieter when grinding beans compared to my old machine — although the noise when pouring coffee is about the same.

Maintenance & Running Costs
Maintenance is refreshingly straightforward:
Brew group cleaning: Rinse under the tap weekly (or use coffee oil remover tablets if you prefer).
Lubrication: Every 2 months (lubricant provided).
Water filter: Replace when the machine prompts you. Using the included AquaClean filter can dramatically reduce how often you need to descale — Philips claim up to 5000 cups without descaling!
Replacement parts are easy to find. Philips sells spares like the brew group (£55) and the water tank (£34), which is reassuring for long-term ownership.
Running costs are also manageable: filters cost around £14 (official) or £6 (compatible), and lubrication tubes are about £6 each.

Setup
Setting up the Philips 2300 LatteGo is easy — following Philips’ official YouTube guide is the best approach.
Initial setup (including adjusting water hardness and installing the filter) takes around 30 minutes.

Daily Use
Using the machine is intuitive:
It takes about a minute to warm up after switching on (with a quick water flush).
Selecting your drink is simple: choose espresso, coffee, or cappuccino, adjust strength and cup size, and press start.
The machine remembers your last used settings, making your morning brew even faster.
The LatteGo system for milk frothing is brilliant: just fill the milk container, clip it on, and let it steam and pour into your cup automatically — no faffing around with a steam wand!
Hot water can also be dispensed at the press of a button — perfect for tea or hot chocolate.

Taste Test
At the end of the day, taste matters — and the Philips 2300 LatteGo doesn’t disappoint.
Black coffee has a lovely crema and hits the ideal temperature.
Espresso shots are rich and flavourful.
Cappuccinos are creamy and well-frothed thanks to the LatteGo system.
Between the adjustable grind settings and strength options, it’s easy to fine-tune drinks to your preference.

Downsides?
No machine is perfect, so here are a couple of minor niggles:
The on/off button could be a little more responsive.
Occasionally, the “grounds full” light can trigger a little early.
However, these are tiny issues compared to how much I’ve enjoyed using it.

Verdict
For me, the Philips 2300 LatteGo has been a fantastic upgrade.
It makes great coffee, looks stylish, is quieter than many alternatives, and is affordable to maintain — all while being incredibly easy to use.
If you work from home (like I do) or simply want quality coffee without the faff, this is a machine worth considering.
👉 Watch my full video review for a closer look!
👉 Affiliate link to purchase (find below!)
Questions? Comments? Feel free to leave them!