Overall Rating
8.6, Based on 226 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.
Dave C (quality: 3.8)
11.29.2001
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Great machine that will give you great results!
Java Man (Espressopithecus) (quality: 5.2)
12.11.2001
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: A fine machine for espresso hobbiests, but not particularly convenient to use.
Sylvain Barbeau (quality: 6.2)
12.18.2001
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: For me and lot of others peoples, this product is a really good improvement at an affordable cost.
Ira Weiss (quality: 7.0)
01.02.2002
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: A sleek looking high quality system that makes great shots!
Shannon Richardson (quality: 7.0)
01.07.2002
Rating: 9.8
Bottom Line: Anyone who is serious about making quality espresso, this is it.
Dick Williams (quality: 5.8)
01.14.2002
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Do your research, but for value and quality espresso, this should be your machine!
Holly D (quality: 7.0)
01.15.2002
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: 50,000 Silvia fans can't be wrong. There's a reason this one is popular.
Simon V (quality: 2.7)
01.18.2002
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Fantastic, I love to make coffee with Miss Silvia!!!
Colin Newell (quality: 4.0)
01.19.2002
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: The rancilio should be the espresso machine purchase that you can count on.
Brian Berkley (quality: 6.0)
01.20.2002
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Don't mess with the rest, Miss Silvia is the best!
Michael Walker (quality: 4.8)
02.02.2002
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: The buttons are not upside down, my brain is upside down at 4am.
Kristian Lundh (quality: 6.4)
02.15.2002
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: If you have the money: ORDER ONE NOW!
Eric Larson (quality: 8.6)
02.19.2002
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: An excellent choice for the do-it-yourself crowd. Takes some learning, but the results are worth it.
Mike McGinness (quality: 6.0)
02.28.2002
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: A great home espresso machine. Make sure you invest in a good grinder too.
Eric D (quality: 7.2)
03.03.2002
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Best in class...feature for feature.
Craig Andrews (quality: 7.1)
03.06.2002
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: In my opinion this is the best espresso machine for the home market at this price point,& even to $600. An excellent machine!!
Steve Beaudin (quality: 3.8)
03.16.2002
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Si vous avez les sous, achetez la, vous ne le regretterez pas.
Todd Warnke (quality: 6.3)
03.18.2002
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Solid, straightforward machine that rewards a skilled hand.
Donald Blum (quality: 7.3)
03.29.2002
Rating: 7.8
Bottom Line: Silvia is solid, dependable, and can produce a great espresso.
Toto Di Torretta (quality: 8.0)
06.11.2002
Rating: 9.4
Bottom Line: WARNING: It may not get better than Silvia (in the USD 400 category).
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