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Casabrews - CM5418 20-Bar Espresso Machine and Coffee Maker - Silver
Average customer rating
4.7
(239 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 239 reviews
5 Stars
191
4 Stars
31
3 Stars
13
2 Stars
2
1 Star
2
94%of customers recommend this product.
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119 out of
126)
Customer Reviews for Casabrews - CM5418 20-Bar Espresso Machine and Coffee Maker - Silver
Posted by: Fosterdogs
from Atlanta, GA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought this based on a friend's recommendation. It was easy to set up and use. I am amazed at how well it works for the price. The espresso produced is smooth and tasty. I am very glad I took the plunge and bought this.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: ND
from Chicago,IL
Verified Purchase:Yes
Turned me into a coffee lover when I wasn’t before. It’s so easy to use, and makes such a smooth fresh brew. Will recommend to all of my friends!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
2
Buy the Ultra instead
on February 25, 2026
Posted by: KMock
from Florida
I bought the CM 5418 and was disappointed the strength of the espresso it produced using preground coffee and the dual wall filter baskets that came with the machine. I think the flaw with this machine is that the lowest programmable volume for a double shot produces a higher water to coffee ground ratio (1:5) than what is recommended by many baristas (1:2). Only the single shot programmable lowest volume might produce a decent shot. It would be inconvenient to have to rely on only the single shot basket to make the final volume of espresso that I want (2-3) shots. Overall, I had consistently weak watery cappuccinos. The machine does have a great steam wand and function. After learning more about espresso making and the correct ratios, I purchased the Casabrew Ultra, which I am happy with because it has a wider programmable volume range for both the single and double shots. The Ultra single basket is 13-15 grams, the same as the CM 5418 double shot basket. The Ultra double basket fits 18-21 grams. The portafilter seems like it is made of better quality and the machine comes with single wall and dual wall baskets. I recommend investing the extra money to buy the Ultra.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Posted by: Marie
from CT
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is our third Casabrews espresso machine we bought. We absolutely love them. We have one for the office, one for our rental, and one for the house!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: Pam
Verified Purchase:Yes
It works well but I don't understand why this does not come with the perforated extractor since that gives a superior extraction.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Highly recommend
on April 11, 2026
Posted by: Luce
from Cambridge UK
I had concerns buying an entry level machine and expecting too much but this Casabrews is worth every penny.
Of note: don’t be in a rush; allow the machine to warm up (lights flashing) especially when switching from steaming/frothing to brewing.
I am still trailing grind size for the perfect espresso but so far am pleased with a well packed puck and no bitterness. There are more than enough BARS to create an elite crema.
Of note: don’t be in a rush; allow the machine to warm up (lights flashing) especially when switching from steaming/frothing to brewing.
I am still trailing grind size for the perfect espresso but so far am pleased with a well packed puck and no bitterness. There are more than enough BARS to create an elite crema.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting www.casabrews.com
Posted by: Paty
from LA
Verified Purchase:Yes
It’s a good personal espresso machine so far I’m content with mine
I would recommend this to a friend!
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