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Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machinet,0.3 liters, with Iron Frame and Stainless Steel Side Panels, 11.4 by 13.4-Inch
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Brand | Rancilio |
Color | Stainless Steel |
Product Dimensions | 9.2"D x 11.4"W x 13.3"H |
Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
Filter Type | Reusable |
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About this item
- Ergonomic porta filter handle same as the proven design of Rancilio commercial machines
- Commercial grade group head for superb heat stability and extraction quality
- Articulating steam wand offers complete range of motion and professional steaming knob precisely controls steaming pressure
- Classic linear design fits most decors
- Optional pod and capsule adaptor kit available
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Flavor | 4.4 | 4.0 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 |
Easy to clean | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
Easy to use | 4.0 | 4.2 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Blending power | — | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Value for money | — | 3.6 | 3.0 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.6 |
Sold By | Whole Latte Love | J.L. Hufford | Amazon.com | Whole Latte Love | Seattle Coffee Gear | La Cuisine Shop |
capacity | 10.14 fluid ounces | 1 liters | 2 liters | 300 milliliters | 74 fluid ounces | 0.3 liters |
material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel, Brass | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene | Stainless Steel |
input interface | buttons | buttons | buttons | buttons | buttons | buttons |
wattage | — | 1100 watts | 1600 watts | 1000 watts | 1100 watts | 1100 watts |
model name | — | Silvia | the Barista Express® Impress | Silvia | Silvia | Silvia |
weight | 30.8 pounds | — | 14.3 pounds | — | — | 0.6 ounces |
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Brand | Rancilio |
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Color | Stainless Steel |
Product Dimensions | 9.2"D x 11.4"W x 13.3"H |
Coffee Maker Type | Espresso Machine |
Filter Type | Reusable |
Specific Uses For Product | Espresso |
Included Components | Filter |
Operation Mode | Semi-Automatic |
Number of Items | 1 |
Human Interface Input | Buttons |
Package Type | Standard Packaging |
Item Weight | 30.8 pounds |
Department | Home and Kitchen |
Manufacturer | Rancilio |
ASIN | B00H1OUSD2 |
Item model number | HSD-SILVIA |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #983,141 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #145 in Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
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Product Description
This popular traditional style semi-automatic espresso machine is built to last. Its strong linear designed housing is constructed of an iron frame and stainless steel side panels. Built with Rancilio's commercial grade group head for excellent heat stability and premium extraction quality. Features a patented ergonomic 58mm porta filter for superb extraction. These are the same porta filters used on Rancilio commercial machines. The single boiler of the Silvia has the largest volume capacity of any home machine in its class. Holding 0.3 liters (12oz) this chrome plated brass boiler produces outstanding steaming power and remarkable recovery time between shots. The two quart water reservoir can be removed or filled from the top at anytime during the operation. The Rancilio Silvia features an articulating stainless steel steam wand that allows for a complete range of motion for steaming perfect latte quality milk. Control steaming power with the commercially designed steam knob. This Silvia comes with a 7 gram coffee scoop, a plastic tamper and two filter baskets (single and double). This is the most current version of the Silvia available direct from the factory.
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Customers like the quality, performance, and appearance of the coffee maker. For example, they mention that it's a high quality machine, produces top-notch coffee, and is a solid machine. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of use, value, heating, and size.
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Customers like the quality of the coffee machine. They say it's a high quality machine that produces top-notch coffee. Customers also say it is a solid machine built like a tank. They mention that it can produce great espresso, but it is very inconsistent. However, some customers also say that it makes their daily cappuccino perfectly.
"...Doesn't take up much counter space and makes excellent espresso and Lattes. Easy to clean and fun to experiment and operate...." Read more
"...I mean, don't get me wrong...the Rancilio creates a much better shot and much better crema than the average home espresso machine...but the volume..." Read more
"...After repeated practice, I find that I can get pretty good results with soy milk and most almond milks...." Read more
"...So I think it's a good machine. It's better than average, with some areas for improvement that, if tweaked, could make it a brilliant home machine...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the coffee grinder. They say it works beautifully, is very effective, and easy to use. Some customers say it worked fine for almost two years, and the steam wand works well. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and quality of the product.
"...Last update 12/30/21 - this machine is wonderful and continues to out perform. I found it has no problem quickly steaming 2 large lattes in a row...." Read more
"...heats up quickly and teperature surfing has proven to be both very effective and very easy...." Read more
"...(showing the water is on the right temp) went off and never came on from the second day!..." Read more
"...3 - The steam wand works very well. However, after several months of experimenting, I found out that I had to use a 8oz stainless steel pitcher...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the kitchen product. They say it is sleek, nice, and not too fancy. Customers also appreciate the simple design, which is almost retro. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.
"The good - Very cool Italian design, made in Italy. Doesn't take up much counter space and makes excellent espresso and Lattes...." Read more
"...I think my wife put it best when she said that it has a simple design, almost trying to be retro yet with a very strudy/industrial finish...." Read more
"...the steel frame and (real) stainless steel cladding combine to make a handsome and durable appliance that you will appreciate for years." Read more
"...feels and looks like a commercial unit for the home, and I really like the styling - basic, clean and sleek...." Read more
Customers find the kitchen product easy to clean. They mention that it's finely dressed in stainless steel and that cleaning it is a snap.
"...Easy to clean and fun to experiment and operate. Great to practice your latte art. Makes fantastic micro foam for the milk...." Read more
"...a solid brass boiler, steel frame, and she's finely dressed in easy to clean stainless steel. There's no shortage of pressure, water, or heat...." Read more
"...Silvia is built like a tank. Treat it well, keep it clean, and it will last you for years.The Things You Want:*..." Read more
"...The large removable reservoir is nice, and daily cleaning is fairly simple. The 12 oz...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the kitchen product. Some mention that it's very straightforward and easy to operate, while others say that it takes some work to learn the machine and it takes time to get good at it.
"...Two cups or more for the last several years. Not a lick of trouble. I have easily replaced the gasket twice, and clean the group head once per year...." Read more
"...myself with the belief that it's ok if a luxury product is notoriously difficult to use...." Read more
"...and teperature surfing has proven to be both very effective and very easy...." Read more
"...Everything about Miss Silvia is built to last. This simple, high-quality build approach isn't for everyone because it trades off automation for..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the coffee maker. Some mention that it makes superb espresso and is well worth the price, while others say that it gets into a price point where most of us expect more. The cost of the set up is high and the product is not good despite its expense.
"...I wish i had coughed up the extra $150 bucks for the Rocky. Well worth it. The grind is more even and the puck comes out solid and dry...." Read more
"...Yes, the initial outlay is expensive, but at $5-6 at the coffee shop, this is an investment that will pay for itself over time...." Read more
"...is a great espresso machine that makes superb espresso and is well worth the price." Read more
"...It is a good semi-auto for the price. Not sure I would trust a competitor's brand. Stuff happens." Read more
Customers are mixed about the heating of the coffee maker. Some mention that it heats the milk very quickly, the 12 oz. copper boiler is small enough to heat up fairly quickly, and it steams milk within 15 seconds or so. They say it produces very hot espresso. However, others say that it is difficult to operate and could not get the water hot enough to make decent coffee, the water temperature cools off rapidly after brewing a couple of cups, and that it cannot maintain the temperature for even a standard shot run.
"...Also, steam temp takes much too long to achieve, though that's the price to pay for a single boiler...." Read more
"...I found it has no problem quickly steaming 2 large lattes in a row. More than plenty of power in the steamer...." Read more
"...When on, the machine is constantly hot to the touch on the sides and the top shelf (where you should store your cups to keep them warm)...." Read more
"...The boiler heats up quickly and teperature surfing has proven to be both very effective and very easy...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the espresso machine. Some say that it's the perfect size and yet small enough to stay on the counter. They also say it'll take up little counter space and is designed to hold the portafilter. However, others say that the machine is useless and the wrong size. They mention that the water tank is not very big, the basket is not large enough to hold at least 17 grams of grinded coffee, and the boiler is woefully small.
"...It isn't smart enough to shut down or refill the boiler. The portafilter barely fits, and the single screen design makes no sense...." Read more
"The good - Very cool Italian design, made in Italy. Doesn't take up much counter space and makes excellent espresso and Lattes...." Read more
"...The water reservoir is a little small. I keep a gallon jug next to the machine and fill it almost daily...." Read more
"...2 - The coffee holder stays on the machine without help...." Read more
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6-15-20. Silvia still running well. I did the tune up wich is very simple and involves replacing the screen, wich really didnt need it, and the gasket. I back flush weekly and regular flush monthly. Silvia make as great an espresso or latte today as when new! Very happy with Silvia. Last update 12/30/21 - this machine is wonderful and continues to out perform. I found it has no problem quickly steaming 2 large lattes in a row. More than plenty of power in the steamer. Two cups or more for the last several years. Not a lick of trouble. I have easily replaced the gasket twice, and clean the group head once per year. I do a quick backflush weekly and thats it. I have thought of upgrading to a fancier machine like the Pro X or ECM, but cannot justify the cost and i don't believe it will produce as good a cup as my Ol Silvia. May 2022 - Silvia and Rocky still going strong after almost 4 years! Still makes fantastic espressos, lattes and other coffee drinks. This past week I took the entire Silvia and Rocky system into the mountains and made 8 cups of coffee every morning for 6 days straight for my friends. I found Silvia has enough pressure in the single boiler and can quickly steam 4 cups of milk in a row with out recharging the steamer. Still made fantastic Lattes! Very happy with this performance.
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2018
6-15-20. Silvia still running well. I did the tune up wich is very simple and involves replacing the screen, wich really didnt need it, and the gasket. I back flush weekly and regular flush monthly. Silvia make as great an espresso or latte today as when new! Very happy with Silvia. Last update 12/30/21 - this machine is wonderful and continues to out perform. I found it has no problem quickly steaming 2 large lattes in a row. More than plenty of power in the steamer. Two cups or more for the last several years. Not a lick of trouble. I have easily replaced the gasket twice, and clean the group head once per year. I do a quick backflush weekly and thats it. I have thought of upgrading to a fancier machine like the Pro X or ECM, but cannot justify the cost and i don't believe it will produce as good a cup as my Ol Silvia. May 2022 - Silvia and Rocky still going strong after almost 4 years! Still makes fantastic espressos, lattes and other coffee drinks. This past week I took the entire Silvia and Rocky system into the mountains and made 8 cups of coffee every morning for 6 days straight for my friends. I found Silvia has enough pressure in the single boiler and can quickly steam 4 cups of milk in a row with out recharging the steamer. Still made fantastic Lattes! Very happy with this performance.
My impressions after 1 week (I will update if things change)
Aesthetically she is beautiful. I think my wife put it best when she said that it has a simple design, almost trying to be retro yet with a very strudy/industrial finish. All in all a very classy, simple, and efficient design.
The machine pulls phenomenal shots and so far I have been pulling roughly a quarter to a half of an inch of Crema. The boiler heats up quickly and teperature surfing has proven to be both very effective and very easy. The steam wand is powerful and froths milk for a silky smooth latte or cappucino perfectly. And the Portafilter is very well made (heavy) and feels very "professional". If there is one thing the Italians know how to do...its Espresso (and Espresso Accessories).
*UPDATE* The crema comment above has more to do with the beans and the freshness of the roast then it does with the machine. I mean, don't get me wrong...the Rancilio creates a much better shot and much better crema than the average home espresso machine...but the volume of the crema really depends on the freshness of the roast. Most roasters recommend you let a fresh bag of beans air out for at least a few days....and the fresher the roast typically the thicker the crema.
I had only one main concern going into purchasing this machine.
-I own a Breville BCG800XL Smart Grinder. I have read countless reviews of this grinder saying it is terrible for Espresso (at least without the Shim Kit). To my pleasant surprise, on the second to finest setting my Smart Grinder grinds the perfect consistency for my Rancilio (WITHOUT the SHIM KIT). Perhaps Breville made the adjustments on my machine but it works like a charm. I am currently getting nearly exactly 2 ounces of espresso coffee in a double shot in about a 26-28 second pull.
*UPDATE* GET THE ROCKY. I used my friends Rancilio & Rocky and it DOES make a difference. I wish i had coughed up the extra $150 bucks for the Rocky. Well worth it. The grind is more even and the puck comes out solid and dry. It truly is incredible the differnce.
I am beyond pleased with both my Rancilio and my Breville Smart Grinder.
*UPDATE* No longer "Beyond Pleased" with my Smart Grinder, more like "Content"
If I had to list one concern or "not perfect" aspect of Miss Silvia it would probably be that it would be difficult to entertain a lot of people with this machine. I would guess that an expert barista could kick out lattes in probably about 4 minutes of eachother using Miss Silvia. However, this is a HOME USE machine and is not intended for Commercial use. So I am sure most all other machines intended for home use would have the same issue.
To sum up this ridiculously long review...If you haven't already, it's about time you start your love affair with Miss Silvia. She is certainly worth the investment!
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If you have a truly good espresso bean roasted and ground properly this is the machine to use.
The older machines did not turn off automatically if they weren't in use. The new model is improved and does this. It is a a heavy duty steal machine. (A drawl back is that the machine will eventually rust. They have improved the machine so there is less direct water contact with the parts that do rust.) The company sells the larger versions to restaurants, espresso bars, and Autostrada rest stop cafes. This is the version for the private person at home.
You do have to do work to get your coffee from this machine. You put the desired amount of ground espresso coffee in the single or double shot basket that fits into the handle sieve/portafilter. You decide how much water you want to let run through.
This is not a machine for somebody who just wants to push a few buttons for a preset coffee. You must foam your own milk. It is ideal for the person with a gourmet taste bud who is choosy and wants options.
I make espresso, cappuccino, cafe latte, caffe macchiato, americano and everyone is happy.
Dies ist meine zweite Maschine. Ich habe vor über zwanzig Jahren einen gekauft und war begeistert, da ich etwa 3 Autostunden von Italien entfernt lebe und einen guten Espresso kenne.
Wenn Sie eine wirklich gute Espressobohne richtig geröstet und gemahlen haben, ist dies die Maschine, die Sie verwenden sollten.
Die älteren Maschinen schalteten sich nicht automatisch aus, wenn sie nicht benutzt wurden. Das neue Modell wird verbessert und tut dies. Es ist eine Hochleistungs-Diebstahlmaschine. (Ein Nachteil ist, dass die Maschine irgendwann rostet. Sie haben die Maschine verbessert, sodass der direkte Wasserkontakt mit den rostenden Teilen weniger besteht.) Das Unternehmen verkauft die größeren Versionen an Restaurants, Espressobars und Autostrada-Raststättencafés. Dies ist die Version für die Privatperson zu Hause.
Sie müssen arbeiten, um Ihren Kaffee aus dieser Maschine zu bekommen. Sie geben die gewünschte Menge gemahlenen Espressokaffees in den Single- oder Double-Shot-Korb, der in das Griffsieb/Siebträger passt. Sie entscheiden, wie viel Wasser Sie durchlaufen lassen möchten.
Dies ist keine Maschine für jemanden, der nur ein paar Knöpfe für einen voreingestellten Kaffee drücken möchte. Sie müssen Ihre eigene Milch aufschäumen. Es ist ideal für die Person mit einem Gourmet-Geschmack, die wählerisch ist und Optionen haben möchte.
Ich mache Espresso, Cappuccino, Café Latte, Caffe Macchiato, Americano und alle sind glücklich.
After a lot of research and reading for 6 months finaly took the plunge on this.
ts the best there is sub 1lakh, bult from stainless steel and frame of cast iron this is just not a piece of equipment, its a machine built like a tank. Made in ITALY, not china you can see the craftsmen ship. The use of brass and stainless steel.
Superb expresso and latte, this is a powerhouse.
Special Thanks to Sandeep Reddy(Banglore) from Kappi machine who sold this he was a gr8 help and advising and getting things arranged and Munish from Delhi.
Machine- 11/10
Quality-11/10
The learning curve is there which will take a while but this will last a lifetime.
Packing-10/10 looks at the pics
Reviewed in India on September 21, 2019
After a lot of research and reading for 6 months finaly took the plunge on this.
ts the best there is sub 1lakh, bult from stainless steel and frame of cast iron this is just not a piece of equipment, its a machine built like a tank. Made in ITALY, not china you can see the craftsmen ship. The use of brass and stainless steel.
Superb expresso and latte, this is a powerhouse.
Special Thanks to Sandeep Reddy(Banglore) from Kappi machine who sold this he was a gr8 help and advising and getting things arranged and Munish from Delhi.
Machine- 11/10
Quality-11/10
The learning curve is there which will take a while but this will last a lifetime.
Packing-10/10 looks at the pics
desde la fecha estoy esperando que me solucionen el problema,ni amazon ni la empresa que se la compre me dan una solucion. creo que ha sido una gran estafa por parte de los vendeores y amazon.
It's about as good as a single-boiler machine gets. It's moduler, commercial-grade design means it can last a lifetime if you take care of it. It'll need a new rubber gasket after about a decade, probably a new boiler after 20 years. Every part can be easily found online.
This is the best machine you can get for under 2k which means you'd have to pay double before you find a machine that has an edge on this one. (dual boiler, temp controls etc).
This is the internet's unofficial espresso machine and you'll find it has a dedicated following of modders and tinkerers.
This thing will still be turning out great coffee 20 years after your Delonghi has gone to the landfill.