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Philips L'OR Barista Sublime Capsule Coffee Machine, Double Shot, 1 or 2 Cups, Full Coffee Menu, Black (LM9012/60)

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Editorial Rating79/ 100
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BrandPHILIPS
CategoryCoffee Machine
Current price£57.23
In stockChecked 20 Jul 2026
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Best For

  • Buyers who want espresso-strength coffee with zero grinding, dosing or cleanup
  • Budget-conscious buyers who don't need an integrated grinder
  • Households happy to commit to capsule-based coffee

Avoid If

  • You want to grind fresh beans of your own choosing
  • You want built-in milk frothing for lattes and cappuccinos
  • You want to avoid the ongoing running cost of capsules

Quick Verdict

Advantages

  • Capsule format removes grinding, dosing and tamping entirely, unlike the bean-to-cup machines in this range
  • Up to 19-bar extraction pressure targets genuine espresso strength
  • Double-shot capsules can serve two cups or one strong double, adding flexibility
  • Comes with a 9-capsule tasting box to start
  • Strong review base (2,312 reviews) at a 4.4-star average
  • Significantly lower price than the bean-to-cup machines in this comparison

Limitations

  • Requires ongoing purchase of L'OR-branded (or compatible) capsules rather than any bean of choice
  • No integrated grinder or milk frother, so milk drinks need a separate frothing method
  • 800ml tank is smaller than the bean-to-cup machines' water reservoirs in this range
Philips L'OR Barista Sublime Capsule Coffee Machine, Double Shot, 1 or 2 Cups, Full Coffee Menu, Black (LM9012/60) — product image

Overview

The Philips L'OR Barista Sublime LM9012/60 is a capsule coffee machine using L'OR Espresso single-shot and L'OR Barista double-shot capsules, brewing at up to 19 bar and able to produce either two cups of espresso or one double espresso from a single double-shot capsule. It has an 800ml water tank, adjustable coffee length, and ships with a 9-capsule tasting box. It holds a 4.4-star average across 2,312 reviews at the time of collection.

Performance

Designed to work with the exclusive L'OR Barista double shot capsules and L'OR Espresso single shot capsules for extra power. Allows brewing two cups of espresso, or one double espresso in a single cup, from the exclusive L'OR Barista double shot capsules — ristretto for two or a double espresso just for one.

Design & Build

Designed to work with the exclusive L'OR Barista double shot capsules and L'OR Espresso single shot capsules for extra power. Black

Installation

Designed to work with the exclusive L'OR Barista double shot capsules and L'OR Espresso single shot capsules for extra power. Allows brewing two cups of espresso, or one double espresso in a single cup, from the exclusive L'OR Barista double shot capsules — ristretto for two or a double espresso just for one.

Best For

  • Buyers who want espresso-strength coffee with zero grinding, dosing or cleanup
  • Budget-conscious buyers who don't need an integrated grinder
  • Households happy to commit to capsule-based coffee

Not Suitable For

  • You want to grind fresh beans of your own choosing
  • You want built-in milk frothing for lattes and cappuccinos
  • You want to avoid the ongoing running cost of capsules

Frequently Asked Questions

What colour is the Philips L'OR Barista Sublime Capsule Coffee Machine, Double Shot, 1 or 2 Cups, Full Coffee Menu, Black (LM9012/60)?

According to the product listing, this machine is available in: Black.

What is the water tank capacity of the Philips L'OR Barista Sublime Capsule Coffee Machine, Double Shot, 1 or 2 Cups, Full Coffee Menu, Black (LM9012/60)?

The listed capacity for this machine is 800 ml.

What accessories come with the Philips L'OR Barista Sublime Capsule Coffee Machine, Double Shot, 1 or 2 Cups, Full Coffee Menu, Black (LM9012/60)?

Every appliance comes with a variety assortment of capsules: 4 L'OR Espresso single shot and 5 L'OR Barista double shot capsules. The machine is also stated as compatible with Nespresso-style capsules.

Our Verdict

Recommended · 79 / 100

This is a capsule-format alternative to the bean-to-cup machines in this range, well suited to buyers who want espresso-strength coffee with no grinding or dosing at all, at a notably lower price than the fully automatic machines covered here.

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