Overall Rating
8.6, Based on 227 Reviews
Avg Price
$629.00
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 since it was introduced in 1998 - it has become the standard against which all other consumer, single boiler machines are measured against. Currently in its 3rd revision.
Christian Callsen (quality: 1.5) 03.29.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Guaranteed Crema ?spresso. All the time.
Chris Beck (quality: 6.5) 03.29.2001 Rating: 9.6
Bottom Line: Buy one, you won't regret it. She's a beautiful machine.
R L Kesler (quality: 6.5) 04.17.2001 Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Superb machine and value, but does require solid technique.
David (quality: 2.5) 04.23.2001 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: good value
Sean (quality: 2.5) 04.26.2001 Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: I would recommend this machine to anyone looking for a great looking and hard working machine that would go in any kitchen
Jim Robins (quality: 4.0) 05.06.2001 Rating: 5.2
Bottom Line: Poor temperature stability, possibly a defective unit. Importer insists it is OK. If that is true, then this is not a good machine.
Jon Sands (quality: 3.0) 05.24.2001 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: great machine if you know how to ue it
Joe (quality: 6.0) 06.21.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: The best home espresso machine in this price range.
Andreas Samson (quality: 0.3) 06.22.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: best buy.
Ed Lamoreaux (quality: 2.3) 07.16.2001 Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Get another ‘Silvia‘ - Yes.
Bob Cuthbert (quality: 4.0) 07.21.2001 Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: I'm happy!
Mark Harris (quality: 4.0) 08.04.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Extemely well built machine - works like all manual machines should.
Sandy (quality: 4.3) 08.11.2001 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Terrific machine, terrific espresso!
Justin Shardey (quality: 4.5) 08.28.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Unless you NEED a high capacity professional machine, look no further.
James (quality: 5.3) 09.21.2001 Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Outstanding machine- wouldn‘t leave home with out it!
Gregory Scace (quality: 8.4) 10.11.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Probably the best single boiler machine on the market. And it's a helluva deal in the US.
William Cutts (quality: 5.7) 10.15.2001 Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Bomb proof machine which can produce a good/great result every time.
Erik Kleijn (quality: 5.3) 11.21.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: You will not regret it.
Mike Wright (quality: 6.0) 11.25.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Espresso nirvana is possible with this machine--what more could anyone want?
Vikram Shrivastava (quality: 6.6) 11.28.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: After this machine, you can almost compete with proffessional baristas!
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