Rancilio
Rancilio Silvia Pro X
Rancilio's tank-built compact dual boiler with to-the-degree dual PIDs, adjustable soft pre-infusion, and a brew pressure gauge in a narrow footprint.
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Specifications
Features
Pros
- ✓Commercial-grade, service-friendly build with a 'bulletproof' Reddit reputation
- ✓Dual boilers with to-the-degree PID control let you brew and steam simultaneously
- ✓Adjustable soft pre-infusion noticeably improves shot consistency
- ✓Narrow 9.8-inch footprint squeezes a true dual boiler onto tight counters
Cons
- ✗Utilitarian, boxy looks - more appliance than showpiece
- ✗Vibration pump is louder than rotary-pump competitors
- ✗No flow control or pressure profiling despite the price
- ✗Limited cup clearance for taller mugs and travel cups
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