# Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine **Brand:** Rancilio | **Category:** Espresso Machines | **Score:** N/A/10 ## Scores | Metric | Score | |--------|-------| | Overall | - | | Durability | - | | Value for Money | - | | Ease of Use | - | | Design | - | ## Prices ## Buy on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WB3VBE ## Reviews Analyzed: 161 - [youtube] @leonardmilcin7798 (positive): "I am using exactly the same set as in the video (previous version of Silvia and the current version ..." - [youtube] @mmiyahki (neutral): "Damn hardware unboxed changed a lot...." - [youtube] @ericw4377 (positive): "I think this is the best review of the Rancilio I've seen...and there have been many over the years...." - [youtube] @ckarcher (positive): "Amazing machine, I have mine for over 19 years now. Very minor servicing over the years and only did..." - [youtube] @Dreyno (positive): "Now that’s a great review. All the info needed, no waffle and no criticising just for the sake of it..." - [youtube] @CoffeeChannel (neutral): "I have a Rancillo Silvia V1, yes that right V1. I got it about twenty years ago and still running st..." - [youtube] @ahall3823 (neutral): "I have the V3 model which would be about 10 years old. Never needed any servicing except for a chang..." - [youtube] @Ry_Rides (neutral): "With boilergate going on with the gcp I have turned my attention to this unit instead!..." - [youtube] @lizdc1 (neutral): "My Silvia is 10 years old going strong..." - [youtube] @AZyzk (positive): "As always an amazing review. Thank you!..." - [youtube] @back_to_the_bike8820 (neutral): "a dream for this machine (but standard without too much price increase): a version with PID and stai..." - [youtube] @simonmadsenmusic (negative): "I had a rancilia V3 (and a rocky grinder)but sold it as it was just a mess to use, and it was very d..." - [youtube] @kellyclarkson2439 (neutral): "Thanks for this review. You just saved me $$..." - [youtube] @slukas1375 (positive): "Great overview and demo. Clear, concise and to the point. Well done...." - [youtube] @RecIPiesorTed (negative): "The only bad thing about Rancilio is their slogan - "Coffeeing the World"...." - [youtube] @mikeboudrie6585 (positive): "Mine is still going strong 12 years in. V3. Awesome machine for making a few coffees a day...." - [youtube] @stephenchan6887 (neutral): "Thanks for the run through. Just ordered one from you guys yesterday can't wait to use it!..." - [youtube] @pascalsimonskoufos8066 (positive): "just bought this one (still on its way / black edition) cannot wait, great review! Thanks..." - [youtube] @ggtelevision (positive): "Enjoying mine twice daily with PID. Since 1986, I had been using a Olympia Cremina Lever machine. Wh..." - [youtube] @MB-cx7cn (neutral): "Thank you for this video, it confirms that it is the right choice for me. I don't drink steamed milk..." - [youtube] @DevBench4Life (positive): "Having the Silvia V6 eco (only possible in Europe) and i converted to a Gaggiuino and removed that e..." - [youtube] @abqcleve (positive): "Excellent video. As a quick confirmation for folks viewing this and considering buying one, I've had..." - [youtube] @MyShanghaiShuffle (positive): "Encouraging to see a current video still recommending the Silvia. In classic style I researched, pre..." - [youtube] @maiabrittany (positive): "Awesome and easy to understand review. Thanks...." - [youtube] @abe1670 (positive): "Excellent video and extremely well presented and to the point. I also have a white Silvia. Mine says..." - [youtube] @neryhinojosa6122 (positive): "Got my rancilio pro x pre owned for $300 best 300 dollars I’ve ever spent good machine!..." - [youtube] @Skippymyman (negative): "Dude... Puck sneezing and wet pucks are only an issue without a solenoid valve if you don't know how..." - [youtube] @scoh840 (neutral): "How long does it take to heat up to coffee temperature once you power it on? thank you. Also why is ..." - [youtube] @Ghostbear2k (positive): "I love the old Silvia because it is built like a tank. But the lack of PID is a bit annoying. Luckil..." - [youtube] @Miso_Mojzis (neutral): "Epic machine. I have one with PID...." - [youtube] @FatNorthernBigot (positive): "The stellar build quality does not justify the complete lack of modern features. I endured a "stock"..." - [youtube] @RaymondwLin (neutral): "That grinder sounds like it is strangling a mice...." - [youtube] @KrishnenduKes (neutral): "That looked like a super light roast coffee. Nice!..." - [youtube] @mario08133 (neutral): "I have this machine for 2 years now. Temp surf for a couple of months. Then decided to get a PID. Th..." - [youtube] @headbangaboogie1 (neutral): "Shouldn't you be able to turn it off after steaming without flush it? It would just dissipate the he..." - [youtube] @MittyMagoo (positive): "Built like a tank, very easily repaired. But the fact that it's version 6 in 2025 without a simple P..." - [youtube] @blueelegy8570 (neutral): "I've just bought my second Silvia. The first was purchased 22 years ago and serviced once!..." - [youtube] @angushamilton115 (positive): "Had our Silvia for 15 years and pump has just given up the ghost. It’s in to get replaced at Coffee-..." - [youtube] @luisesco3517 (neutral): "21 years of perfection on my Silvias belt..." - [youtube] @nathanshelby1446 (neutral): "I just got a black Rancilio Silvia in January and I absolutely love it and I have not had any proble..." - [youtube] @JohnDoe-ej6fx (neutral): "Have had one of her predecessors (Lucy), for 30+ years. Still going strong after being used every da..." - [youtube] @rodjets8208 (neutral): "Two best ever mods I've made were to replace the screen bolt with a countersunk machine screw and al..." - [youtube] @MaxSchweninger-jl8zn (positive): "I have that machine for 6 years. I love it and I like what comes out, using good italian espresso an..." - [youtube] @ronaldsantosjapan (positive): "Bought my Version 1 fifteen years ago at a second hand shop for 200 usd. It was made in 1997. Lately..." - [youtube] @Gurpster (positive): "Bought one in the summer of 2020 , apart from some rust and some micro holes in the drip try it's st..." - [youtube] @mattysreviews50 (positive): "I’ve had mine for over 5 years and no problems. I did have to replace the pump twice (super easy). A..." - [youtube] @nobleviola (neutral): "I've had my v2 Silvia (with PID) for nearly 20 years and it is just now needing a new steam valve. R..." - [youtube] @scott-wright (neutral): "My Sunbeam EM6910 is still going strong after 15 years. Makes 5-6 coffees a day and still consistent..." - [youtube] @lancastergerard (positive): "My machine is 10 years old (2-4 shots per day) and I just replaced the pump for $30 shipped. Took 5 ..." - [youtube] @TedLauver (positive): "I have a 24 year old V1 Silvia. All I’ve done is keep it clean and upgraded the steam wand to the do..." - [youtube] @wesleycardinal8869 (positive): "Bought my V2 Silvia six or seven years ago on gumtree. Cost me two fiddy and I pull six or eight cof..." - [youtube] @-Demis- (neutral): "Needs a PID the it’s great! Been using mine for 3 years without issue. 🎉..." - [youtube] @back_to_the_bike8820 (negative): "what about temperature management with this machine ? difficult ?..." - [youtube] @13beyeker (neutral): "do you have any links to videos which detail the steps of adding the gaggiuno device?..." - [youtube] @LifestyleLab_ (neutral): "Rancilio Silvia: https://geni.us/A7i3aOl (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases)..." - [youtube] @JB-pk1jx (neutral): "I have a 20 year old Rancilio still going strong!..." - [youtube] @lboud (positive): "Hey, very nice intro editing! You’re getting better and better. :)) Great idea to review other brand..." - [youtube] @Zefferum (neutral): "That latte workflow was smooth! Nice job. I've just seen lots of videos really making a mountain out..." - [youtube] @puretube1 (positive): "Great review as always! Love this in the black finish..." - [youtube] @ballisonfargo (neutral): "Using the steam first workflow, I find that I also have to run some water through the group before b..." - [youtube] @thezerogforce (neutral): "very nice videos man. keep up :) good work thxs..." - [youtube] @vschroeder4062 (positive): "Hey, cool! You have a face! Really love your reviews, another good one -- thanks!..." - [youtube] @ENRIQUEGOITIA (positive): "Great review. I hope you do the cecotec cumbia dual thermoblock...." - [youtube] @alono4473 (positive): "Great video! Which grinder do you recommend for this machine??..." - [youtube] @musclespy575 (positive): "Love this review! Excellent videos!..." - [youtube] @medroastt9888 (neutral): "I'm on the fence of buying this but wonder if current gen Silvia still prone to rusty chassis and ba..." - [youtube] @BigPoppa-t3z (positive): "I love my heat exchanger hot hot hot..." - [youtube] @howardm5759 (neutral): "On the fence about selling my (2010) Rancilio Silvia for a Profitec Go (new).. Nothing wrong with my..." - [youtube] @topjets5616 (neutral): "Just a word of warning stay away from Amora coffee they get you to set up an account to try their co..." - [youtube] @EvanWeiler (neutral): "I'm curious where the assertion that waiting ~2 minutes for milk is objectively "too long" to leave ..." - [youtube] @honeypot11 (positive): "years later and i wanted to say thank u so much for this! this is the best tutorial i have found onl..." - [youtube] @plpregent (neutral): "What a fantastic video. I just got this machine and this video covers so much ground, without wastin..." - [youtube] @mcrejeost9855 (neutral): "Still using this in 2025, thank you!!..." - [youtube] @paulhancock7860 (positive): "Very informative video and excellent presentation. I've had my Silvia for over 15 years and she's st..." - [youtube] @jamesstrang2037 (positive): "Thankyou, perfect 👍 Just came home with one of these today...." - [youtube] @JohnSmith-bn7bl (negative): "thanks for the video, very informative and helpful. a couple of things i do different.. when backflu..." - [youtube] @lucianopoli5710 (positive): "Great Video! I just bought one, and this is exactly what I was looking for to get started. Thank you..." - [youtube] @sjfarrell2.0 (neutral): "Clear and concise. I ordered one today (V6) and these tips will no doubt com in very useful. Thanks ..." - [youtube] @idropbars (positive): "Just got my Silvia today. Great video! Very informative on how to maintain it! Thank you!..." - [youtube] @desiraehermann3454 (positive): "Thank you for your video!!! Saved me from dumping my machine! I was using it wrong (not priming etc ..." - [youtube] @Cici1791 (positive): "This video is the best I resource I could find for the Silvia on the entire Internet. Short, sweet, ..." - [youtube] @asfentantono (neutral): "Thanks for the vid! Saves me time from reading the user manual. :)..." - [reddit] youwantmooreryan (neutral): "Looking into the Rancilio Silvia and I'm noticing various models M vs E and V3, V6 etc. Are there bi..." - [reddit] Thatsecondweirdguy (neutral): "When I was looking I found this: https://coffeedino.com/rancilio-silvia-coffee-machine-review/ It ex..." - [reddit] FakespotAnalysisBot (negative): "This is a Fakespot Reviews Analysis bot. Fakespot detects fake reviews, fake products and unreliable..." - [reddit] ElectricOrangeJuice (neutral): "No fancy gauges, all metal parts (except for the buttons), very little maintenance and after 9 years..." - [reddit] OverlordQ (neutral): "Dont forget to grab [one of these](http://www.pidsilvia.com/)..." - [reddit] [deleted] (positive): "My grandparents have had this machine for about that long now as well. The last time I was visiting ..." - [reddit] benoliver999 (positive): "Good pick. Some people will tell you that you can do better for the money these days or that you can..." - [reddit] burning1rr (positive): "A huge benefit of the Silvia is that the machine has been on the market for about a decade and a hal..." - [reddit] TheBouch10 (neutral): "I just moved into a new apartment, and the previous tenant left behind this Rancilio Silvia espresso..." - [reddit] massassi (neutral): "Get some dezcal and cafiza (or equivalents) The dezcal is a descaler. You want to follow the directi..." - [reddit] pm_me_WAIT_NO_DONT (neutral): "Along with what others have suggested, I’m going to say you should open this thing up (first unplug ..." - [reddit] Chance_Shape5030 (neutral): "Whoa! That looks like a V1 and if that's true, it looks to be in good shape from the outside. If you..." - [reddit] Silvadoor (neutral): "I see that there's a Rancilio Silvia, Silvia M, V6, M V6, PID, pro, pro x etc there's more than that..." - [reddit] trowts (neutral): "Get the newest you can. I bought an older model, the v5 Silvia E and the frame rusts because it’s no..." - [reddit] w00dwp (negative): "Just buy a decently maintained one that is affordable, spend your money on building in a PID and oth..." - [reddit] tarksend (positive): "V6 is the Silvia's current production version. In 2020 it replaced the V5, which in 2016 replaced th..." - [reddit] Eggood (positive): "Have you considered a Lelit Glenda or Anna? If buying a new single boiler machine they have an edge ..." - [reddit] Espressogurus (neutral): "**Commercial Espresso Machine Buying Guide For Cafe Owners** Choosing a [commercial espresso machine..." - [reddit] Aromatic-Permission3 (neutral): "Hi all, Looking at a used **Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine** on Facebook Marketplace. I have a few..." - [reddit] [deleted] (neutral): "The Silvia is built like a tank. Owned one for several years and it's still going as a hand-me-down...." - [reddit] [deleted] (neutral): "I've been using the Rancilio Silvia espresso machine and noticed that when I'm done pouring a shot (..." - [reddit] mirthilous (neutral): "This is normal release of back pressure. When you backflush the machine (and you should) it will do ..." - [reddit] FredBearSaysChillax (positive): "Hello again, /r/Coffee So I'm working with a Silvia and am having a hard time finding the right dose..." - [reddit] [deleted] (neutral): "You mention nothing about adjusting the grind. Stick with one dose and adjust the grind to change th..." - [reddit] [deleted] (neutral): "Also depends on which stock basket you have. The older style would max out at 14-15 grams. I bought ..." - [reddit] Pones (neutral): "I struggled with the baskets that came with my machine, I bought a 18g ridged VST Precision Filter B..." - [walmart] John S. (positive): "When my 17 year old Silva retired, it was a no brainer to replace with the same. The only decision w..." - [walmart] coffee snob (positive): "today was my second time making espresso and I was concerned that it was leaking water from the back..." - [walmart] Evan C. (positive): "It is a great machine. This is the 2nd one. The first lasted 9 years before the pump wore out. I am ..." - [walmart] Kevin B. (positive): "Love it! This is my third one, I have one at each of my places...." - [walmart] Gary S. (positive): "This replaced my Rancillio from 2005. Other than a slight leak in steam wand the old Silvia held up ..." - [walmart] Ben M. (positive): "For espresso this is the best valued machine ypu can buy. Do the research and you will find it has c..." - [walmart] JK (positive): "The Rancilio Silvia is known to be a tank, a very solidly built machine. I've known people who owned..." - [walmart] Joseph K. (positive): "This machine replaced a commercial espresso machine that I had owned. The single boiler idea took a ..." - [walmart] Mike F. (positive): "We did a lot of research before selecting this machine and even bought a Breville Infuser first tryi..." - [walmart] Arnaud B. (negative): "Had to send it back.. not working...." - [walmart] Kevin C. (positive): "Enjoy this machine very much. I am still learning how to make a consistent cup of espresso, and oft..." - [walmart] John P. (positive): "I've had two ECM machines that I was never crazy about and an inexpensive gaggia that got the job do..." - [walmart] John L. (positive): "Five stars for me. I don?t make milk drinks, just espresso. I believed this was the most bang for ..." - [walmart] Jane G. (positive): "The Rancilio Silvia PID Espresso Machine is absolutely amazing. I only have it for 1 week so I am no..." - [walmart] Dawn R. (positive): "I have ZERO experience brewing espresso and within a few minutes I was pulling pretty darn good shot..." - [walmart] RL K. (positive): "I've had my Silvia for well over 20 years, and added a SCG PID after they became available, and that..." - [walmart] Jeff B. (positive): "I will dispense with the usual superlatives about build quality and what great drinks this machine c..." - [walmart] MILISSA K. (positive): "I was looking for a machine that would produce good pulls and this one delivers. The temperature ga..." - [walmart] STEPHEN M. (positive): "As a prior owner of a Silvia (gave out after over a decade of regular use), I opted for the unit wit..." - [walmart] ben a. (positive): "Love this machine. It replaced a 12 year old Siliva. I'm pulling fantastic shots that far exceed th..." - [walmart] Joseph K. (positive): "This machine replaced a commercial espresso machine that I had owned. The single boiler idea took a ..." - [walmart] JK (positive): "The Rancilio Silvia is known to be a tank, a very solidly built machine. I've known people who owned..." - [walmart] Laurie S. (positive): "After my 20 year old Starbucks Barista made its last espresso, I chose this machine to up my experie..." - [walmart] Mike F. (positive): "We did a lot of research before selecting this machine and even bought a Breville Infuser first tryi..." - [walmart] Ben M. (positive): "For espresso this is the best valued machine ypu can buy. Do the research and you will find it has c..." - [walmart] Scott H. (positive): "As my previous Silvia of nearly 10 years did, this one makes great shots of espresso. That's in spit..." - [walmart] Bradley A. (positive): "This is the machine I should have bought at the beginning of my espresso journey. It is a solid mach..." - [walmart] Charles P. (positive): "My step up from Saeco Via Venezia. What a difference in machines and the addition of the PID makes ..." - [walmart] Gary S. (positive): "This replaced my Rancillio from 2005. Other than a slight leak in steam wand the old Silvia held up ..." - [walmart] Alex L. (positive): "Great option for small home machine, PID is a must have on this. Boiler is small, takes 30 mins to h..." - [walmart] Franklin V. (positive): "Have owned one for over a year and it has been rock solid.Not the easiest machine to learn, but once..." - [walmart] David M. (positive): "I've had the machine about a month. No problems make cappuccinos and lattes every morning and the t..." - [walmart] Gregory B. (positive): "Heats up fast, great espresso and powerful frothing. Quick shipping and well packaged from SCG ( ha..." - [walmart] Deborah B. (positive): "I have had a Miss Silvia for years. Only machine I want. Now, with the PID, I am even more in love ..." - [walmart] Neil M. (positive): "Great machine. Had to adjust the pump to 9 bar, which is the minus star, sort of wish that was done ..." - [walmart] Taylor M. (positive): "This is a great espresso maker. It did take some getting used to but it's very user friendly. We wat..." - [walmart] Lance M. (positive): "Technically my 3rd Raccillio - and I appreciate the PID upgrade. It has forced me to pay greater att..." - [walmart] Richard C. (positive): "Think I love it, we?re still getting used to each other. Definitely a big learning curve but when yo..." - [walmart] Grant S. (positive): "I love this machine; the steam is more powerful than I thought (she gave me a warning when I purged ..." - [walmart] David R. (positive): "I have had the Rancilio espresso maker for 5 to 10 years. Recently quit working properly and I bough..." - [walmart] Elizabeth M. (positive): "This is my second Silvia and it works just like the first. The PID is preset so it was easy to step ..." - [walmart] ron (positive): "This machine did not work for me. Too long to warm up. I switched to a Dilletta Mia at Seattle Coffe..." - [walmart] THOMAS G. (positive): "It?s a wonderful machine. There was a bit of a learning curve programming the PID, but now it?s dial..." - [walmart] Jacob G. (neutral): "Doesn?t seems as a heavy duty machine.I?m a customer of rancilio silvia for 25 years and I?m not sur..." - [walmart] William H. (positive): "Absolutely love it! I wanted something that I had some control with pulling my shots. The addition ..." - [walmart] Skot (neutral): "I forgot to mention in the video that I've been making home espresso since 1993. I'm not a novice or..." - [walmart] Sanjay V. (positive): "The space below the spout is a little small, and the water tray is definitely small.Besides that, I'..." - [walmart] Susan P. (positive): "My former Silvia lasted 10 years. I couldn't buy anything else...." - [walmart] Duane V. (positive): "this is my 3rd rancillio in 20 + years...they were all well used on retirement......" - [walmart] Kate M. (positive): "I bought this Rancilio Silvia PID and have had the best experience with it. We couldn't be happier...." - [walmart] THOMAS G. (positive): "The Rancillo Silvia PID is an excellent espresso machine. I'm very satisfied with my purchase...." - [walmart] Nathan L. (negative): "I'm having a lot of trouble figuring out how to use this machine..." - [walmart] Jake B. (negative): "boiler started leaking after a few uses. Super dissapointing...." --- *Generated by AgentScored | N/A*