Rancilio Silvia vs Lelit Victoria
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Quick take: The Rancilio Silvia costs $5 less; the Lelit Victoria heats up faster (6 minutes).
| Spec | Rancilio Silvia | Lelit Victoria |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $995 | $1,000 |
| Rating | 4.4★ (3,200) | 4.6★ (160) |
| Type | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Boiler | Single Boiler | Single Boiler |
| Built-in grinder | No | No |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 9 bar |
| Water capacity | 40 oz | 84 oz |
| Warm-up time | 15 minutes | 6 minutes |
| Steam wand | Commercial Manual | Commercial Manual |
| Basket type | Pressurized & Unpressurized | Unpressurized Only |
| Best for | Purists | Beginners |
| Dimensions | 9.4 x 11.4 x 13.4 in | 9 x 10.75 x 15 in |
| Weight | 30 lbs | 25 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
Pros & cons
Rancilio Silvia
- ✓Exceptional build quality
- ✓Brass boiler for thermal stability
- ✓Powerful steam wand
- ✓Will last decades
- ✗No PID (available as add-on)
- ✗Single boiler
- ✗Small water tank
- ✗Expensive for single boiler
Lelit Victoria
- ✓Ready to brew in about 6 minutes - far faster than E61 machines
- ✓58mm portafilter opens up the full range of standard accessories
- ✓Programmable pre-infusion and auto-backflush are rare under $1,000
- ✓Slim 9-inch width fits apartment counters
- ✗Single boiler means waiting between brewing and steaming
- ✗Small 0.3L boiler limits steam power for back-to-back milk drinks
- ✗Only 1 year warranty
- ✗No shot timer built into the display