Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine

Im still trying to get used to it! I had been using a Gaggia Classic for 13 years and I was thinking that I was ready for a step up. So, this new machine doesn't have a water level window which means that I need to check on top to see the water level. The machine sets on my kitchen counter that has cupboard above so I have to move it to check the top. The coffee bean has to be ground more precise than the Gaggia did. Once I get that down, then I need to steam the milk first to get the correct temperature so my espresso isn't sitting too long. I'll get it worked out in time. Other than that, it seems to be a good machine with some good reviews.

Cortado champ

I’m very happy with my new Rancilio Miss Silvia. I owned one before, also purchased from WLL. I like the PID, although it took some time for me to master it. Getting the grind right also took some doing, but all’s well now — it performs beautifully for my morning cortado.

High quality basic machine, a bit expensive

The Rancilio Silvia is everything I had expected. Built well and makes good espresso, with strong steaming. It doesn’t have features like P&ID temperature stability or adjustability, and is expensive for what it is. Why did I buy it? It is a strong basic machine that could be easily modded with a Gaggimate or Gaguino, if I someday desire more.