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Raising the bar for the entire industry, the Saeco Xelsis Digital ID Super-Automatic Espresso Machine introduces state-of-the-art fingerprint technology to recognize different users and deliver custom-made beverages. Six different user profiles can be stored in the machine and the Digital ID, located at the top of the unit, allows this Saeco model to identify the user and recall his or her preferences.
Created upon the flagship, one-touch Xelsis platform, this machine features top-of-the-line components from beginning to end, with a ceramic burr grinder, the Saeco Brewing System as well as manual and automatic milk options. The Saeco Xelsis Digital ID has a streamlined, user-friendly design with a touch-screen interface and intuitive navigation to allow for simple programming. It also is built with to impress, thanks to a stainless steel body and stunning chrome-plated accents. The Saeco Xelsis Digital ID is ideal for tech-savvy early adopters.
A one-of-a-kind, the Saeco Xelsis Digital ID is the first home espresso machine to feature a fingerprint reader. Up to six different user profiles, complete with customized drink preferences, can be stored in the machine’s database and the Digital ID lets the unit quickly identify and access the appropriate user preferences. No more scrolling through the entire database to locate and select your user profile!
The Saeco Xelsis Digital ID can store up to six user profiles, each with six drink options. It is capable of making espresso, espresso lungo, cappuccino, latte macchiato, caffe latte, and a specialty beverage of your choice. All six drink options are programmable with the Saeco Aroma and Brewing Systems. The machine’s one-touch functionality means that the Xelsis Digital ID will dispense complete beverages into your cup. It will grind, tamp, brew, and steam or froth as necessary and deliver café quality beverages in seconds.
The Saeco Brewing System lets you take control of the strength and consistency of your beverages with the twist of a dial. You can also dictate the length of the pre-infusion cycle using the Saeco Aroma System to fine-tune the flavor and aroma of your beverages. Set the Aroma System to on, off, or long as necessary.
The Xelsis Digital ID has a durable ceramic burr grinder that delivers uniform grinds while minimizing heat transfer. It also has an automatic shut-off feature to ensure safe performance. An airtight, anti-UV bean hopper lets you safely store coffee. To use pre-ground instead of whole bean, simply switch from the grinder to the bypass doser.
The automatic milk system comes with a detachable carafe that can be stored in refrigerator to guarantee freshness. The Xelsis Digital ID will steam and froth milk, according to the beverage selected, and dispense the finished product right into your cup. It also has an automated rinse cycle to keep the system clean and free of obstruction. If you prefer to steam and froth your own milk, the Xelsis Digital ID will allow you to do so with an integrated stainless steal steam wand that doubles as a hot water dispenser.
This Saeco model has a 54oz removable reservoir with an integrated Intenza Water Filtration System to ensure fresh, great tasting beverages.
The water reservoir and bean hopper are both accessible from the top of the machine for easy cleaning and refilling. You can also access the removable brew group, dregs drawer, milk system and drip tray from the front of the machine for daily maintenance, if necessary. The brew group and dregs drawer can both be removed without disturbing the drip tray and milk system. The Xelsis Digital ID’s stainless steel body is made to be able to withstand daily use. The dimensions are as follows: 11”Wx14.5”Dx16.5”H; 37.5lbs.
This machine includes a 1 year warranty directly through Saeco and an additional limited 1 Year Extended Warranty from Whole Latte Love. See Extended Warranties.
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If you would like to know a little about the many types of espresso machines we sell, this would be a good video to get you started. This video covers the machines we sell and based on your lifestyle, what you like to drink, and ease of use. It will give you an overview of different espresso machines and help you determine which one best suits to your needs.
I would watch the video and focus on a particular kind of machine—prosumer, semi-automatic, and super-automatic to decide which kind is ideal for you. Then, you can go and look at individual models to get a better idea of exactly what you want. Of course, if you narrow it down to a few espresso machines and are still undecided, give us a call and we would be glad to help!
| Misc Data | |
| Manufacturer | Philips |
| Model | HD8946/47 |
| Specifications | |
| Dimension - Width (Inches) | 11 |
| Dimension - Height (Inches) | 16.5 |
| Dimension - Depth (Inches) | 14.5 |
| Weight (lbs) | 37.5 |
| Watts | 1500 |
| Volts | 120 |
| Housing | |
| Housing Materials | Stainless Steel |
| Drip Tray Material | Stainless Steel |
| Drip Tray Cover Material | Stainless Steel |
| Drain Line Adaptable | No |
| Spent Coffee Capacity (Dregs Drawer) | 16 |
| Easy To Rotate | No |
| Tall Legs | No |
| Power Cord Length (Inches) | 48 |
| Cup Height | |
| Adjustable Height | Yes |
| High (Inches) | 6.5 |
| Low (Inches) | 3 |
| One Touch cappuccino | |
| One Touch Cappuccino | Yes |
| Adjustable Froth Quality | Yes |
| Height (Inches) | 5.5 |
| Separate Manual Steam Wand | Yes |
| Milk Carafe Type | Plastic Attachable |
| Self-Cleaning | Yes |
| Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Frothing Wand | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Steam Wand Style | Commercial Style |
| Wand Movement | Rotating |
| Usable Length (Inches) | 2.5 |
| Height Off Counter (Inches) | 5 Stars |
| Optional Cappucinotore | No |
| Number Of Holes | 1 |
| No Burn Wand | Yes |
| Optional Steam Tips Or Wands | No |
| Water Source | |
| Reservoir Or Plumbed | Reservoir |
| Reservoir Capacity (Oz) | 54 |
| Reservoir Material | Plastic |
| Reservoir Removable | Yes |
| Water Level Visible | No |
| Water Filter | Mavea |
| Controls | |
| Type Of Controls | Touch Screen |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Programmable Brewing | Yes |
| Temperature Control | Yes |
| Adjustable Coffee Dosage | Yes |
| Coffee Dosage Quantity | 7-10.5 |
| Cup Volume Control | Yes |
| Aroma / Flow Control | Yes |
| Bypass Doser | Yes |
| Pre-Infusion | Yes |
| Low Water Warning | Yes |
| Energy Savings | Yes |
| Multiple Programmability | Yes |
| Pressure Gauges | No |
| Cup Warmer | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Size (Inches) | 4x6 |
| Passive / Active | Active |
| Brew Group | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Type | Automatic |
| Preheat | No |
| Removable | Yes |
| Self-Cleaning | Yes |
| Boiler Data | |
| Number Of Boilers | 2 |
| Brew And Steam Simultaneously | No |
| Rapid Steam | Yes |
| Brew Boiler Data | |
| Brew Boiler Type | Thermoblock |
| Brew Boiler Watts | 1400 |
| Brew boiler Volume (Oz) | Low |
| Brew Boiler Material | Stainless Steel Lined Aluminum |
| Brew Boiler Heater Location | External |
| Insulated | No |
| Steam Boiler Data | |
| Insulated | No |
| Steam Boiler Type | Thermoblock |
| Steam Boiler Watts | 1400 |
| Steam Boiler Volume (Oz) | Low |
| Steam Boiler Material | Stainless Steel Lined Aluminum |
| Steam Boiler Heater Location | External |
| Pump Data | |
| Pump Type | Vibration |
| Maximum Pressure (Bar) | 15 |
| Self Priming Pump | Yes |
| Grinder Data | |
| Number Of Grind Settings | 8 |
| Hopper Capacity (Oz) | 12 |
| Burr Type | Flat |
| Burr Material | Ceramic |
| Freshness Lid | Yes |
| Performance | |
| Initial Heat Up (Seconds) | 90 |
| Recommended Heat Up Time (Seconds) | 180 |
| Maintenance | |
| Maintenance Alerts | Yes |
| Descaler Used | Urnex Cleancaf |
| Water Filter | Mavea |
| Details | |
| Warranty (Years) | 2 |
| Country Of Manufacture | Italy |
| NSF Certified | No |
| Recommended Applications | Home Use/Office |
| Available Internationally | Yes |
| Service provided | |
| Repairs By | Whole Latte Love |
| Contact Number | 888-411-5282 |
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(1 Customer Reviews)
So glad we invested in a espresso machine for home. The Saeco Xelsis makes great cappuccinos and is easy to use . The only thing I would change is the tray in the front. It is small and needs to be emptied frequently.The programming is easy to use and we were able to set up a separate button for myself and wife. Our friends are amazed when we walk up to machine and our fingerprint knows what to make! This has more features than my first car.
DRuff Hello Dawn. Thank you for your question. Both of these models are relatively new and have been performing well. They operate very similar as well. We actually have been using the Academia in our sales office for quite some time and love the coffee that it produces. You can’t beat the one touch milk system for your lattes and cappuccinos and the programmability that these machines offer. We all have our own drink preferences here and the Academia works out nicely for us. The milk management system is easy to use and easy to clean. I like to rinse it out when I’m done, fill it with clean water, and then press the clean button. The milk system will cycle clean water through it and remove any milk that is in the line. A very impressive feature that makes cleaning easy. Some of us will also drink decaf later in the day and use the bypass doser regularly. This feature bypasses the coffee grinder and allows you to use pre-ground coffee via a separate coffee funnel. All in all, both machines are great and offer plenty of features. We do offer a 2 year warranty on the Gaggia Academia. I hope I’ve covered the majority of your question. If not, please feel free to ask any additional questions. We’d be happy to assist.
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Chance Great video. Covers the basics and really helps you find the category that fits your life. Super auto for me!
01-03-2013 12:48am |