The Philips Café Aromis 8000 is a high-end, fully automatic coffee machine that aims to bring professional-level coffee-making into the home. It includes a built-in grinder, a user-friendly touchscreen interface, and a special milk system called LatteGo Pro, which allows users to make a wide range of hot and cold coffee drinks, from espresso to iced lattes and flat whites. With over 50 different coffee options and seven levels of intensity, the machine offers a high degree of customization for different tastes. Setting up the machine is said to be simple, with the touchscreen guiding users through initial steps like rinsing parts and checking water hardness. The screen also notifies users when maintenance is needed, such as emptying the grind tray, adding ice, or running a cleaning cycle. These alerts help ensure the machine continues to perform well without requiring constant attention. One of the machine's features is its ability to handle both hot and cold drinks efficiently. It has separate jugs for hot and cold milk, allowing users to switch between drink types without waiting for the machine to cool down. Cleaning the milk system is considered manageable, as the jugs can be rinsed under running water or placed in a dishwasher. However, the machine does not keep milk cold on its own, so it's best to fill the milk jug shortly before use and store it in the refrigerator. The Philips Café Aromis 8000 is designed to operate more quietly than previous models, with Philips stating it is 40% quieter. The noise level increases slightly when the milk jug is less full, but this can be easily resolved by simply topping it up. In terms of maintenance, the machine requires daily emptying of the grind tray in a typical three-person household, but the process is described as quick and simple. Standing at around 39 cm in height, 25 cm in width, and 45 cm in length, the machine is compact for its capabilities. It includes a built-in grinder, hot and cold milk jugs, and a 1.9-litre water tank. Priced at £850, the Philips Café Aromis 8000 is considered a premium option for those who want a wide range of coffee options, ease of use, and a high level of customization. Once the preferred settings are set, it consistently produces good-quality coffee, and its ease of cleaning is a notable benefit.