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Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine

 
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  • Type: Espresso Machine
  • Operation: Electric
  • Max. Power: 1100 Watts
  • Max. Pump Pressure: 15 Bar
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Review Summary

Average Rating: 5.0
 
Based on 17 reviews
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Rating Distribution
Pros
  • Stylish (5)
  • Easy to Clean (5)
  • Quality Construction (5)
  • Rich Features (5)
  • Large Capacity (4)
  • Easy to Use (3)
  • Stays Hot (3)
Cons
  • Noisy (1)
  • Difficult to Use (1)
It's Good For
  • Everyday Use (5)
  • Kitchen (5)
  • Office (5)
  • Home (5)
  • Gifts (5)
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30 out of 30 people found this review helpful.

Commercial Quality in Home Espresso Machine!

Date of Review:  Mar 8, 2006
The Bottom Line: Best machine for money, well-known name, brass boiler, high quality, and high resale value makes excellent machine. Extensive modifications available online, well worth the price even with expensive burr grinder
Review: If you have an interest in high-quality home espresso equipment then you are at the perfect place to learn more about one in particular the infamous Rancilio Miss Silvia.

This machine is by far the best machine for the money. It excels on...
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  5.0

by: paisleyplace
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Commercial machine for home, brass...
Cons
Steep learning curve
 
20 out of 20 people found this review helpful.

Best espresso machine for under $400

Date of Review:  Dec 24, 2002
The Bottom Line: In my opinion this is probably the best machine on the market for under $400.00. but don't handicap yourself by trying to use it with an inadequate grinder.
Review: I have owned the Silvia by Rancilio for almost three years now. It is a genuine espresso machine with many commericial grade parts. It is not a "steam toy" by which I mean that it has a pump designed to put hot water under several atmospheres of...
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  5.0

by: isabel1130
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
This can be a great machine for those...
Cons
Unless paired with an excellent grinder...
 
19 out of 19 people found this review helpful.

Memories of Rome

Date of Review:  Nov 18, 2008
The Bottom Line: The Silvia is a great product, and the perfect way to bring a little taste of Rome into your daily life.
Review: In May 2008, I moved back to the United States after two years in Rome. While I've always loved coffee, anyone who's been to a coffee bar in Italy can tell you that the Italians elevate the quality and ritual of caff to an entirely different level...
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  5.0

by: ignu
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Good espresso with a good crema; easy...
Cons
Getting it perfect takes time and...
 
19 out of 19 people found this review helpful.

Silvia is a bewitching brewmistress!

Date of Review:  May 15, 2005
The Bottom Line: Silvia is a great home machine. Once you get the hang of using it, it'll make FANTASTIC espresso and steamed drinks. You'll also need a good quality Burr grinder.
Review: A little background about my coffee tastes:

I have been drinking coffee for about 20 years, since my teens. In my 30's, I discovered the joys of espresso, and purchased a couple "cheapie" home espresso machines. I was always disappointed...
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  5.0

by: zanahoria9000
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Solid construction, nice design,...
Cons
Brass shavings in steam, modest boiler...
 
18 out of 18 people found this review helpful.

I'm a happy camper!

Date of Review:  May 20, 2003
The Bottom Line: If you can't justify the Isomac, buy a Sylvia.
Review: I bought my Silvia along with a Rancilio Rocky grinder from http://www.1st-line.com/. While the grinder has been a source of frustration, the Silvia has been much better. The instructions for priming, preparing, and using the system were re-written...
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  4.0

by: mnemotronic
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Easy cleanup.
Cons
Noisy.
 
18 out of 18 people found this review helpful.

Ms. Silvia is the newest family member

Date of Review:  May 21, 2005
The Bottom Line: You might find cheaper machines, fancier machines or ones with more gadgets, but if you buy this one, you will not find a better performing machine.
Review: In searching for an espresso machine, I discovered the enourmous amount of information on the web, far greater than any review could ever hope to give.

Firstly, I will list several resources that you ABSOLUTELY need to see before making...
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  5.0

by: mikeypas
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Reputation! Durable construction...
Cons
Autofill for boiler would be great!...
 
16 out of 16 people found this review helpful.

Super Miss Silvia

Date of Review:  Jul 17, 2002
The Bottom Line: If you want great espresso and cappuccino buy Miss Silvia!
Review: I searched long and hard on the internet to find a good home espresso machine to replace my Krups (UGH!) bad tasting coffee machine (it was one of those $49.95 numbers). OK, so beat me, I didn't know any better at the time. After tons of reading I...
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  5.0

by: charliel
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Looks great, built like a tank, super...
Cons
None so far.
 
15 out of 15 people found this review helpful.

Silvia - Remote Control -> Steam -> Good Cup!

Date of Review:  Nov 18, 2004
The Bottom Line: For individual cups to small parties - this is the machine!
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  5.0

by: djsepinions
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Solid, Best Single Boiler Around, Great...
Cons
Minor issues with the water reservoir.
 
15 out of 15 people found this review helpful.

You have to love the ritual and the coffee!

Date of Review:  May 23, 2006
The Bottom Line: This machine duplicates the excellent espresso and Cappuccinos of Italy. A little work to learn, but worth the time and effort for the outstanding results.
Review: My husband and I returned from our second trip to Italy in April and hauled out the small Krups espresso machine with the hopes we could brew some espresso like we had enjoyed daily on our trip. Well, after a few tries, we remembered why it had been...
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  5.0

by: fabidon
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Authentic espresso and related coffee...
Cons
Wish it had a single extraction filter...
 
12 out of 12 people found this review helpful.

For intimidated prospective buyers and new users:

Date of Review:  Dec 30, 2007
The Bottom Line: So far this machine does what it says it can do - make great espressi!
Review: It is December 30th; five days after my wife opened her new Rancilio Ms. Silvia from Santa. Why write a review so soon? Because Santa was intimidated in bringing it and we were both intimidated in trying it, anticipating long and boring Sunday...
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  5.0

by: patpappano
Recommended to buy: Yes

Pros
Rugged, professional, great results
Cons
Not automatic, this is a manual machine...
 

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