Street pricing and availability vary a lot by region and trim (SM7684 vs SM7685). Check the live Amazon listing for current bundles and warranty terms.
Saeco Xelsis
Touchscreen control, LatteDuo for two milky drinks at once, and HygieSteam that keeps the milk path clean. A flagship superauto designed around real household cadence, not “weekend hobby” maintenance.
At a glance
Overview
Xelsis is built for households that want control without chaos. The Coffee Equalizer lets you tune strength, temperature, volume, milk and foam, and even the coffee-versus-milk order for layered drinks. LatteDuo handles two cappuccinos or two latte macchiatos in one go, and HygieSteam steam-cleans the milk circuit so the machine stays usable day after day.
Pros
- LatteDuo pours two milk drinks at once (real time saver)
- Coffee Equalizer gives meaningful recipe control (including drink order)
- HygieSteam makes milk-path hygiene easier to stay on top of
- Large 450 g hopper + front-access tank and waste for busy kitchens
- Removable brew group keeps the “core” owner-serviceable
Cons
- 12 grind steps are macro, so light-roast tuning hits limits
- External carafe is not as instant as tube-free milk systems
- Availability and pricing swing by region, refurb stock is common
- Not as whisper-quiet as the most premium sealed ecosystems
Who it is for
- Milk-drink households that often need two drinks quickly (LatteDuo).
- Shared kitchens that benefit from profiles (6 or 8 by trim).
- Owners who want real recipe control without learning barista workflow.
- People who value removable brew-group servicing over sealed internals.
Who should avoid it
- Espresso purists chasing ultra-light roasts and very short ratios.
- Anyone who wants a tube-free “snap rinse” milk system above all else.
- Buyers who need consistent new-stock availability in every region.
Main features
- Color touchscreen with Coffee Equalizer (strength, temp, volume, milk/foam, drink order).
- 15 one-touch beverages (by trim/region).
- LatteDuo for two milk drinks at once.
- HygieSteam one-touch steam cleaning for the milk circuit.
- 12-step ceramic grinder + bypass chute for pre-ground (decaf).
- AquaClean filtration (long intervals between descales when replaced on schedule).
- Front-access 1.7 L water tank, drip tray, and dregs drawer; removable brew group behind side door.
Realistic daily cadence
- Morning: let the auto-rinse complete, then run LatteDuo for two milk drinks.
- After milk drinks: run HygieSteam (fast enough that you’ll actually do it).
- Night: empty drip tray/dregs as prompted.
- Weekly: rinse brew group at the sink and let it air-dry.
- Monthly: run the deep milk clean + brew-path tablets (especially with darker beans).
Takeaway
Saeco Xelsis is the flagship of Philips’ classic Saeco line that still targets what busy households actually need from a superautomatic: strong control over recipes, quick milk drinks that do not turn the sink into a chore, and owner-serviceable internals. You get a color touch interface with the Coffee Equalizer sliders, a 12-step ceramic grinder, AquaClean filtration that pushes descaling far into the future, a removable brew group, and the LatteDuo system that can pour two cappuccinos or two latte macchiatos in one go. HygieSteam then blasts the milk circuit with steam so you do not fall behind on hygiene. Depending on the exact trim, you get six or eight user profiles and 15 one-touch beverages. The water tank is 1.7 liters, the bean hopper is a large 450 grams with an AromaSeal lid, the waste bin holds roughly 14 pucks, and the carafe is 0.6 liters. In short, Xelsis gives you repeatable cups and a realistic cleaning cadence in a compact 283 × 489 × 393 mm body that fits real countertops.
At a glance
- Platform. Superautomatic bean-to-cup with removable brew group, LatteDuo milk system, Coffee Equalizer touchscreen, and AquaClean filtration. 15 one-touch beverages.
- Profiles. SM7684 trims save 6 profiles. SM7685 trims save 8 profiles. Both expose strength, temperature, volume and milk order per drink.
- Grinder. 100 percent ceramic with 12 steps and a longevity claim up to 20,000 cups. Bypass chute present.
- Milk. External carafe with LattePerfetto texture logic, LatteDuo two-cup milk delivery, HygieSteam automatic milk-path cleaning.
- Capacities. Water 1.7 L. Beans 450 g with AromaSeal. Carafe 0.6 L. Grounds bin about 14 servings. Spout height 75–148 mm.
- Build. Made in Italy on current Philips/Saeco sheets for this series.
Glanceable specs
- Beverages: 15 recipes on the SM7684/SM7685 Xelsis.
- Profiles: 6 on SM7684, 8 on SM7685.
- Adjustability: 5 aroma levels, 3 brew temperatures, 12 grind steps, adjustable milk and coffee volumes, adjustable coffee/milk order, pre-brew aroma control.
- Dimensions and mass: 283 W × 489 D × 393 H mm. Drip tray 500 ml.
- Capacities: Water 1.7 L, Beans 450 g, Carafe 0.6 L, Grounds drawer 14 pucks.
- Milk features: LatteDuo for two at once, LattePerfetto foam, HygieSteam automatic milk cleaning.
- Care: AquaClean filter up to 5,000 cups between descales when replaced on schedule.
Build and design
Xelsis keeps a straight-edge, purposeful look that blends into a modern kitchen rather than shouting for attention. Stainless or titanium front panels cap an ABS chassis. The cup platform includes a pull-out espresso tray to bring demitasses near the spouts. The key layout is clean: a full-color TFT with large drink tiles and Coffee Equalizer sliders for dose, taste, temperature, milk foam amount, milk volume, and even the coffee-versus-milk order in layered drinks. That last bit matters; a flat white and a latte macchiato should not be sequenced the same way, and Xelsis respects that.
Access is where Saeco tends to win hearts. Water tank, waste drawer, and drip tray all pull from the front, so you do not reshuffle the machine to refill or empty. The brew group sits behind a side door and slides out without tools. You can rinse it in a sink and grease the rails and cam on a sensible schedule. The spec sheets are explicit about front access and the removable group, and that owner-serviceable approach is foundational to Saeco’s maintenance philosophy.
Capacity choices look generous for a household machine. The water tank is 1.7 liters, the bean hopper is a family-sized 450 grams with an AromaSeal lid to slow staling, the waste holds around 14 pucks, and the milk carafe is 0.6 liters. The adjustable spouts give you 75 to 148 mm to fit everything from a piccolo cup to a tall macchiato glass. All are confirmed across Philips technical sheets and product pages.
Finally, this generation of Xelsis is specified as made in Italy on Philips’ documentation, which will matter to buyers who link origin to parts availability and long-term service.
Workflow
Startup and rinses
Power on prompts an automatic rinse to heat and refresh the path. Let it complete and pre-warm your cup if you brew short. The machine will also guide you through AquaClean priming and hardness setup so maintenance prompts align with your water. The Xelsis support pages and data sheets outline auto-rinse, guided descaling, and AquaClean integration in plain language.
Coffee Equalizer and profiles
The Coffee Equalizer is the touchscreen heart of the machine. You can move strength, temperature, drink volume, milk volume and foam, and even reorder milk and coffee for recipes that require it. Save the result to a profile so you do not re-dial every morning. SM7684 stores six user profiles and SM7685 stores eight. If you share a kitchen, this is the difference between harmony and passive-aggressive reprogramming. Philips’ own materials spell out the Equalizer and the profile counts.
LatteDuo for two-up service
LatteDuo duplicates the full recipe, including milk, to pour two drinks at once. It is not a watered-down split of one dose. The spec sheets are clear: you can brew two cappuccinos, two latte macchiatos, and so on, “all in one go.” This saves real time during breakfast rushes and preserves drink structure.
Grinder and bypass
The 12-step ceramic grinder adjusts inside the hopper. Move one click at a time and only while grinding. The bypass chute lets you run a single scoop of pre-ground for decaf without contaminating the burrs. Philips claims the ceramic set is durable enough for at least 20,000 cups. That is not a license to ignore cleaning tablets, but it gives you perspective on expected burr life at home volume.
Everyday cadence
With profiles set, a typical sequence looks like this: wake, auto-rinse finishes, two cappuccinos with LatteDuo, HygieSteam runs a quick milk-path clean, dump the drip tray at night, and a weekly sink rinse of the brew group. That is the difference between a machine that gets used daily and one that becomes a weekend ornament.
Espresso performance
Flavor signature
Xelsis goes for balance rather than ristretto syrup. With sane volumes on medium roasts, you see compact crema, round body, and a clean finish. The pre-brew aroma control gives a small pre-wetting that helps reduce channeling in a compact chamber. On the Equalizer, push strength up rather than chasing the very finest grind immediately. Macro steps on a superautomatic are noticeable, and dose changes often deliver sweeter shots with fewer side effects. Philips lists pre-brew control in the customization options for this series.
Dial-in approach
Start in the center of the 12-step ladder with strength at 3 of 5 and temperature at medium. Taste a short espresso with your usual beans. If the flow looks fast and the cup is thin, click one step finer while the grinder is turning. If bitterness and dark crema dominate, click one step coarser and reduce temperature. For light roasts, keep volumes short, use the top two strength levels, and consider the finest two grind steps the machine allows without stalling. For traditional Italian blends, mid grind and mid to high strength produce the classic caramel-and-cocoa notes.
Repeatability
The value of AquaClean and guided rinses is repeatability. When scale is managed and the brew path is kept clear of oils with periodic tablets, thermoblock behavior stays predictable shot to shot. That is the unsung reason a well-maintained Xelsis feels consistent across a week of use. The AquaClean promise is explicit: up to 5,000 cups between descales if you replace filters on schedule.
Two espressos versus one long
If you like a big mug, choose Americano over stretching a single coffee volume. Americano preserves clarity by adding hot water on a separate path. For a “long coffee,” you can increase coffee volume, but you will dilute body and risk bitterness. The drink catalog covers both approaches, and the Equalizer makes it trivial to store your preference.
Milk system performance
LattePerfetto texture
Saeco’s LattePerfetto frothing geometry aims for dense foam with a fine bubble structure. On dairy milk, cappuccinos land glossy and consistent. On latte macchiato, the layering routine behaves correctly and shows three bands when you use a narrow, tall glass and keep volumes modest. Philips describes LattePerfetto as reducing foam pore size and stabilizing texture. In practice, it yields repeatable cappuccino foam without turning the kitchen into a steam lab.
LatteDuo for milky pairs
LatteDuo is the headline advantage for households with two milk drinkers. Two cappuccinos at once means less waiting and fewer chances to bump cups mid-sequence. Unlike machines that “fake” doubles by splitting a single milk stream, Xelsis properly sequences two full drinks. If you entertain, that matters. The ability to do two at once on milky recipes is listed straight from Philips’ literature.
HygieSteam, quick clean, and deep clean
The milk path is where most superautomatics live or die, and Xelsis lowers the friction. HygieSteam sends a jet of steam through the entire milk circuit to remove residues with one touch, and the system runs a short clean after each milk preparation. Saeco states “removes 99.99 percent of milk residues,” and the routine is fast enough that owners actually use it. Weekly you disassemble and rinse the carafe parts. Monthly you run the deep milk clean with the specified detergent. Saeco’s care page spells out that cadence plainly, and third-party retailer pages echo the 99.99 percent claim and the one-touch routine.
Plant milks
Use barista-formulated oat and soy if you want body. Almond and lighter alternatives foam sparsely. LattePerfetto still creates structure, but the densest microfoam appears with dairy or purpose-formulated alternatives. Saeco’s own write-ups for the current Xelsis family note good performance with “plant-based alternatives” when protein and fat are appropriate.
Maintenance and reliability
Brew group care
Open the service door, press the latch, and pull the brew group. Rinse under warm water weekly and grease rails and cam every month or two. Philips publishes lubrication points and timing. This is the main reason owners keep Saeco machines running for years without a service shop. A removable group gives you control of the core of the machine.
Filters and descaling
Install AquaClean, tell the machine you did so, and replace when prompted. Used as directed, you can reach up to 5,000 cups before a descale. When you eventually descale, the guided program steps you through the process. This combination of filter logic and on-screen prompts is part of what makes Xelsis approachable for non-tinkerers.
Milk path hygiene
Do the quick HygieSteam after milk service. Disassemble weekly. Deep clean monthly with the designated cleaner. Saeco documents the weekly and monthly cadence and highlights that dried milk is the enemy. Follow the prompts and you avoid the slow milk flow and off-odors that kill ownership joy.
What tends to fail if you ignore care
All superautomatics punish neglect the same way. Oily beans gum up grinders and brew screens. Skipped lubrication makes the group stiff or noisy. Ignored milk cleaning gives sour smells and weak foam. Xelsis lowers, but does not remove, the burden. The advantage is that every maintenance step is owner-doable and clearly documented in the manuals and quick-start guides.
Programming and controls in depth
The Coffee Equalizer is more than a novelty slider set. It gives you precise, memorable control for each recipe. For espresso, you can change strength, volume, temperature and taste. For milk drinks, you can set milk volume and foam amount and choose whether milk or coffee goes first. If you want a flat white that hits like a short cappuccino with coffee first, you can program that. If you want a layered macchiato, milk first then espresso is correct, and Xelsis gets out of your way. Philips’ official datasheets list all of these levers, including adjustable milk/coffee order and pre-brew aroma control.
Profiles lock in those choices. On SM7684 that is six profiles; on SM7685 that is eight. Households with different tastes benefit because recipes survive other people’s button presses. In practical terms, profiles reduce fiddling and speed up mornings. Philips confirms the different profile counts by part number, and most reputable retailer listings mirror them in their spec tables.
Competitive comparisons
Jura E8
Jura’s E8 is the benchmark for polished automation. It is quieter, the milk cleaning is a single guided routine, and Jura’s P.E.P. plus 3D brewing logic produce balanced shots reliably. You trade a removable brew group for tablet-based internal cleaning and spend more in the U.S. market. If you want a sealed, guided ecosystem and premium chassis feel, E8 is strong. If you want to pull the brew group and own the cleaning yourself, Xelsis has the edge. Jura’s published E8 spec lists 17 specialties, a variable 5–16 g brew unit, and one-touch milk cleaning.
Philips 5400 LatteGo
The 5400 leans hard into speed of cleanup with LatteGo. The milk path has no tube and snaps apart in seconds, which is brilliant for casual cappuccino households. You give up LatteDuo two-cup milk drinks and some of the Coffee Equalizer fine control that Xelsis offers. Foam is a touch lighter on LatteGo with many plant milks. If your priority is zero-fuss milk cleanup, 5400 is compelling. If you want denser foam, deeper recipe control, and two milky drinks at once, Xelsis wins. Philips’ 5400 docs back up the drink count and LatteGo claims, while Xelsis provides the Equalizer, LatteDuo, and HygieSteam.
De’Longhi Dinamica Plus
Dinamica Plus pushes lots of presets and a flashy app at a friendlier price. LatteCrema froths tall foam and handles many plant milks aggressively. Daily cleaning is more hands-on than HygieSteam, and long-term maintenance feels less guided than Saeco or Jura. If budget rules and you like dry, high foam, Dinamica Plus is an honest contender. If you want a larger hopper, two-at-once milk drinks, and an external carafe with smart steam cleaning, Xelsis fits better.
Gaggia Cadorna Prestige
Cadorna Prestige is a sibling in spirit from the other brand in Philips’ orbit. It has a carafe with quick and deep clean cycles, four profiles, and 14 drinks. It is priced well below Xelsis. You lose LatteDuo for milky pairs and the Equalizer’s granularity. If the priority is lower price with owner-serviceable parts and a removable group, Cadorna makes sense. If you want the full recipe control and two-cup milk service, Xelsis earns the space.
Xelsis Suprema and Xelsis Deluxe
These are the successors on Saeco’s current site. Suprema jumps to a 7.8-inch screen and more recipes with modern BeanMaestro and CoffeeMaestro helpers, eight profiles, and up to 22 or more drinks depending on region. If you are shopping new and want the latest UI and 50-plus recipe ambitions, Suprema is the line to investigate. If you want the classic Xelsis at a lower price, SM7684/SM7685 trims remain a strong buy when in stock or refurbished.
Pricing and regional notes, November 2025
This part moves with stock, because Xelsis sits in a transition era while Suprema and Deluxe take point in many regions.
- United States. New stock is sporadic. Refurbished Xelsis units show up around 1,199 to 1,349 USD at specialty refurbishers and marketplaces, with occasional Certified Refurbished listings at Seattle Coffee Gear and other dealers. Always confirm warranty length and whether a fresh AquaClean, milk cleaner, and grease are included.
- Canada. New SM7685 listings historically sit higher. You will see prices near 2,599 CAD on major marketplaces and specialty shops when they have stock. Sales are periodic.
- United Kingdom and EU. SM7684 is often “currently unavailable” new. Refurb and open-box units appear across EU sellers and marketplaces. Confirm plug type, warranty, and whether the box includes the carafe and filter. Sample historical specs pages and EU sellers confirm the 1.7 L, 450 g, 14-puck configuration even when stock is thin.
- Australia. Current Saeco marketing funnels buyers to the new Xelsis family. Legacy Xelsis availability is limited. If you find one, check that local service supports the part number.
If you need the latest model and steady parts support in your region, compare pricing on Xelsis Suprema trims with eight profiles and 22 drinks on the official product sheets and regional Saeco sites.
Real-world numbers
- Dimensions: 283 × 489 × 393 mm.
- Water tank: 1.7 L, front load.
- Bean hopper: 450 g with AromaSeal.
- Milk carafe: 0.6 L.
- Grounds drawer: about 14 pucks.
- Spouts: 75–148 mm.
- Adjustability: 5 aroma levels, 3 temperatures, 12 grind steps.
- Profiles: 6 (SM7684) or 8 (SM7685).
- Beverages on screen: 15.
All verified on Philips spec sheets and regional pages.
Strengths
- Two milky drinks at once. LatteDuo doubles the recipe, not just the pour. It saves time and keeps drink structure consistent.
- Coffee Equalizer control. Sliders for strength, temperature, volume, foam, and drink order let you dial espresso, cappuccino, flat white, and macchiato accurately and save them.
- HygieSteam you will actually use. One-touch steam cleaning removes 99.99 percent of milk residues and runs a quick clean after milk drinks, which keeps the path fresh.
- Large capacities, sensible footprint. 1.7 L water and 450 g beans with front access fit busy kitchens without a moving dance.
- Removable brew group. Sink-washable, owner-greasable. Long-term reliability hinges on this visibility.
- AquaClean maintenance logic. Up to 5,000 cups between descales if you replace filters on schedule.
Trade-offs
- Macro grind steps. You get 12, which is good for a superautomatic, but light roasts at very short ratios will hit the platform’s limits.
- External carafe, not tube-free. Cleaning is automated and effective, yet LatteGo-style snap-off convenience it is not. You still handle a carafe.
- Pricing swings and availability. In late 2025, SM7684/SM7685 supply is inconsistent in the U.S. and UK. Expect refurbished stock to dominate, with wide spreads in price.
- Noise. Ceramic burrs are relatively quiet, but not Jura-quiet. Acceptable in most kitchens, audible in open lofts.
- App and sensors. If you want modern app control, cup sensors, or grind monitoring, Jura J8 and Saeco Suprema trims push further. Xelsis focuses on tactile touchscreen control and profiles.
Scores
- Build quality: 8.3
- Temperature stability and brew consistency: 8.2
- Grinder quality: 8.4
- Milk system performance: 8.6
- Workflow and ergonomics: 9.0
- Cleaning and maintenance: 9.1
- Value: 8.2
Overall: 8.5
Deep dive: how it compares in daily life
Compared with Jura E8
E8 is more expensive in the U.S. and similar or cheaper in the UK, and it feels more premium in hand. Its milk system is superb and cleaning is beautifully guided. You give up a removable brew group, and you accept Jura-specific cleaning products. Flavor is balanced and consistent, but recipe flexibility is different. Xelsis lets you reorder coffee and milk and pour two milky drinks at once, which matters in some households. If you want sealed convenience and a quieter chassis, E8 is strong. If you want to pull and rinse the brew group and you want two-at-once milky service, Xelsis fits better.
Compared with Philips 5400 LatteGo
5400 LatteGo is the king of zero-drama milk cleanup. It is also a noticeable step down in milk density for some recipes and it cannot do LatteDuo. If your kitchen is allergic to cleaning steps, 5400 wins. If you crave cappuccinos with a little more body and the ability to serve two at once, Xelsis earns the premium.
Compared with Gaggia Cadorna Prestige
Cadorna Prestige is the budget-savvy foil. It has four profiles, an integrated carafe, and a strong 14-drink menu. It will not match Xelsis on granularity of control or two-up milk drinks, and it feels more appliance-grade than premium. If price matters more than LatteDuo and the Equalizer, Cadorna works.
Bench workflow I recommend
Water and filter
Run the water-hardness test strip, set hardness in the menu, and install AquaClean. Let the machine auto-detect and confirm so it enters filter mode. You do this once and save yourself a lot of scale grief.
Grind and dose
Start in the middle of the 12 steps with strength at 3 of 5. Pull three espressos with a medium roast to warm and stabilize the path. Adjust one click at a time while grinding. Use strength before grind to nudge flavor. Philips lists both grinder steps and strength levels and expects these small, deliberate moves.
Program your staples
Choose two or three daily drinks. For cappuccino, keep milk volume short and foam high for structure. For flat white, reduce foam and set coffee first. For latte macchiato, set milk first for the classic layers. Save each to a profile. The Equalizer and per-recipe adjustable milk order are built exactly for this.
Use LatteDuo when you can
Two cappuccinos at once reduces waiting and keeps foam at the right temperature. Keep cups close to the spouts to protect crema and heat.
Daily and weekly care
Run the quick HygieSteam after any milk session. Empty the drip tray and dregs bin as prompted. Once a week, pull the brew group, rinse, and let it air-dry. Once a month, run brew-path tablets and the deep milk clean. Saeco’s care guidance spells out that cadence.
Who it is for
- Households that need two cappuccinos or two lattes at the same time without juggling a pitcher
- People who want to save real recipes under profiles and never re-dial basic parameters
- Owners who value a removable brew group and front-access service parts over sealed systems
- Medium-roast drinkers who like balanced espresso and reliable milk texture
- Buyers who will actually use an automated milk clean and keep the machine in spec
Verdict
Saeco Xelsis earns its reputation as the practical flagship of Philips’ classic Saeco line. The Coffee Equalizer is not fluff. It is a set of levers that controls the drinks people actually make. LatteDuo is not a bullet point. It cuts time when two people want milk drinks together. HygieSteam is not a scare tactic. It keeps the milk circuit clean enough that you do not dread the post-cappuccino cleanup. The ceramic grinder has enough steps to steer common roasts, AquaClean keeps scale at bay, and the removable brew group means you control hygiene at the heart of the machine.
You can spend more for a quieter Jura with app polish, or spend less for a carafe that still does the job. If your priorities are strong recipe control, two-at-once milk service, guided cleaning that actually gets used, and an owner-serviceable brew group, Xelsis is the smart buy. Be mindful of model codes in late 2025. SM7684 carries six profiles. SM7685 carries eight. If you want the newest UI and bigger drink catalogs, compare to the Xelsis Suprema line. If you want a proven platform that still hits the sweet spot of features and maintenance, Xelsis deserves the counter space.
TL;DR
A premium superautomatic with a 12-step ceramic grinder, Coffee Equalizer sliders, profiles, and LatteDuo so you can pour two cappuccinos or latte macchiatos at once. HygieSteam cleans the milk circuit with steam and AquaClean filters push descale way out. SM7684 stores six profiles. SM7685 stores eight. Expect balanced espresso, dense cappuccino foam, and a fast, realistic cleaning routine. If you want two-up milk service and hands-on control of recipes with a removable brew group, buy the Xelsis.
Pros
- Two-at-once milk drinks with LatteDuo
- Coffee Equalizer exposes dose, temp, volume, foam, and sequence
- HygieSteam one-touch milk cleaning removes 99.99 percent of residues
- Big hopper and tank with front-access service parts
- Removable brew group and AquaClean filter logic for long maintenance intervals
Cons
- 12 macro grind steps limit extreme light-roast tuning
- External carafe is not as instant to clean as tube-free systems
- Pricing and availability swing by region, with many units refurbished in late 2025
- Not as quiet or app-centric as some rivals
Setup checklist I recommend
- Install AquaClean and set hardness. Run detection and confirm filter mode so the machine tracks capacity and delays descaling up to 5,000 cups.
- Baseline recipe and grind. Start mid grind with strength 3/5 and medium temperature. Pull three test espressos, then move one click at a time while grinding. Use strength first, grind second.
- Program your staples. Cappuccino with higher foam and shorter milk. Flat white with coffee first and reduced foam. Latte macchiato with milk first for layers. Save to profiles.
- Use LatteDuo for pairs. Keep cups close to spouts and serve immediately.
- Milk hygiene routine. Quick HygieSteam after milk sessions. Weekly disassembly and rinse. Monthly deep clean with milk cleaner.
- Brew group care. Weekly rinse and air-dry. Grease rails every month or two. Use oil-removal tablets monthly if you favor darker, oilier beans.
Sources and key references
Philips and Saeco official pages and datasheets for SM7684/SM7685 confirm beverage count, Equalizer controls, pre-brew aroma, LatteDuo capability, profile counts, grinder steps, AquaClean behavior, HygieSteam claims, capacities, dimensions, and country of origin. Retailers and support pages provide practical confirmations and late-2025 pricing snapshots.
- SM7684/SM7685 spec sheets and product pages for 15 drinks, Coffee Equalizer controls, 12-step grinder, profiles, pre-brew aroma, LatteDuo, capacities, and dimensions.
- HygieSteam one-touch cleaning claim and AquaClean “up to 5,000 cups” maintenance model.
- AromaSeal 450 g hopper, spout height 75–148 mm, removable brew group, front-access water and waste, Italy origin.
- Pricing snapshots and stock realities as of November 2025 from U.S. refurbishers and Canadian retailers.