Overall Rating
8.8, Based on 173 Reviews
Avg Price
$599.00
Manufacturer
Rancilio
Machine Type
Pump, Single Boiler, Reservoir, Semi Auto, Espresso Machine
Colors
Satin Stainless Steel
Class
Semi Automatic Dual Purpose Boiler
Pro Review
No
First Look
Yes
QuickShot
No
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A true benchmark machine, this machine made Rancilio a lot of money in the past four years - it has become the standard against which all other consumer, single boiler machines are measured against.
Joe DP (quality: 9.0) 05.11.2008 Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: Best home espresso machine in its class with “legendary” status and capable of providing quality espresso to rival machines costing 2x as much.
SVK NorCal (quality: 8.0) 04.29.2008 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Can’t Beat the PID! Hi Tech's PID Addition to the Silvia has made her a very formidable opponent!
Bold Java (quality: 9.0) 02.09.2008 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: One or two 'spressos a day? Look no further, say, "a Silvia please."
Dave S. (quality: 8.0) 12.01.2007 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: The PID temperature controller brings out the Silvia's full potential
Ted Sexauer (quality: 6.9) 10.31.2007 Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Never really been a hobbyist before. But now that I've got a Silvia, I feel like one. That's a good thing.
Eric Wilson (quality: 6.8) 10.02.2007 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Sturdy, powerful and simple, the Silvia makes home espresso worthwhile again!
Jack Givens (quality: 5.3) 08.14.2007 Rating: 7.8
Bottom Line: This is an A List espresso machine for the home. If you love great espresso this one will not disappoint.
Benjamin Fournier (quality: 7.8) 08.03.2007 Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: Excellent first espresso machine for the home. Highly superior value to lower end machines, well worth the step up. Exceptional resale value if later upgrade desired.
Ardy Hagen (quality: 7.0) 07.21.2007 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Rancilio Silvia is the safe reliable choice for those who cannot decide among a plethora of seductive alternatives.
Linden Reeves (quality: 6.0) 06.13.2007 Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: The worst part about a machine like this is that it is more difficult to buy espresso downtown because it is better at home.
Soren Rasmussen (quality: 6.2) 06.09.2007 Rating: 9.6
Bottom Line: If you want espressos the right way - everytime - without annoying temp surf, buy this kit.
Simon Lewthwaite (quality: 6.6) 02.21.2007 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: A cheap, no-fuss high quality machine for baristas to newbies.
Kevin Ascolillo (quality: 4.2) 02.16.2007 Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: Correct the leaking portafilter and you have a winner.
Bartholomew Bono (quality: 8.7) 02.06.2007 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: You could spend more, but I don't think you could make better espresso.
Rom Lee (quality: 5.5) 02.03.2007 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Not for the faint of heart. Patience is rewarded with many pleasureable returns.
Michael Aneiro (quality: 8.0) 02.02.2007 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: A bit finicky but produces very good espresso most of the time.
Timothy Steele (quality: 7.5) 01.29.2007 Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: The new pod adapter version is great! Works well with pods, and along with its great steaming ability, a cappucino is not far away.
Dan Pohl (quality: 5.5) 01.28.2007 Rating: 6.2
Bottom Line: Tempermental, Inconsistent machine that will force you to perfect your technique or go insane trying.
Brent Baker (quality: 6.8) 01.04.2007 Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: An amazing machine with professional-grade parts that (when paired with a quality grinder and consistently good barista skills) can produce amazing espresso beverages
S Hanson (quality: 6.5) 01.01.2007 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: You could spend more than $500 (a LOT more, actually), but you'd be nuts to waste your $ on anything else for your home. Get a Silvia!
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