CASABREWS CM5418 Espresso Machine 20 Bar, Compact Espresso Maker with Steam Milk Frother, Stainless Steel Coffee Machine with 34oz Removable Water Tank for Cappuccino, Small Latte Machine, Silver

This is an excellent espresso maker for the home. I had a KRUPS for over 20 years which still works, but I thought I would upgrade. This machine, when compared to others, appeared to me to be the best for the price. I was not disappointed. It works perfectly and makes a delicious espresso. Construction is solid and it doesn't take up a lot of space on the counter. You need to read the directions carefully and follow them. The directions are clear and straight forward. Be advised that this machine when operating, like most espresso machines, is a little noisy, but nothing unbearable.

Happy! I read the reviews. A couple of the reviews compared this machine to a more expensive mfg. model . They said it worked as well, with a better frother arm, which I needed. Setup was easy, and after a few tries & getting used to the brewing steps (read directions), I am happy to say the expresso shots are great, with good creama. The frother also creates good foam for a cappuchino. (practice, practice!) Heating the cup with hot water before brewing helps keep the shot hot as you froth the milk. Cleanup is easy. NOTE: the cup and machine move around during brewing. I found an easy fix - place flat rubber jar opener grippers under cup & machine. Any thin flat rubber mat will work. No shimmy at all. I’m happy with this little expresso machine after two months.

Compact, manual, functional, simple, it is easy to operate, easy to clean, and pulls good shots! It's not automatic in any way and it takes a few minutes to set up and a few more to clean the machine. It depends on your situation but I'll take a manual machine requiring more labor and a low price versus a more automatic machine that cost 3-6 times more money and has more things which can and often do break down. I gave it 5 Stars without hesitation as it meets my expectations and turn out a quality beverage!

This little machine does a pretty good job at making your cup of espresso. It does extract a lot of flavor out of your coffee. The milk steamer does work really good and makes a great hot froth for you espresso. The size is great as well since it has such a small footprint. The style is wonderful looking and makes it look like an expensive machine. It does have some issues as far as how much you will get out of an extraction. But I am comparing it to a friend's that is much more expensive. Another issue is once you use the steamer the machine get to hot. You will then need to either wait until it cools off to make another shot of espresso, or run the steamer to release the heat. One other thing, the grounds are not pressed into a hard puck after an extraction. They will be a little loose and still wet. Be careful when you empty the grounds since they are wet. It can splash a lot trying to empty them. The plastic press it comes with is very weak. You need the metal one with some weight. The machine is decent and will save you a lot in the long run compared to buying it from a shop every day.

Easy to operate straight from the box. Direction and videos made my entire experience amazing. Now I am a barista! JK. Love the new taste of coffee, did not know it could taste this good and to add to it the milk frother! Wow, just a great machine to have in your kitchen. This far I have used it for 2 weeks two cups a days and loving it.

I thought the barrier to entry into espresso would cost more. I assumed the machines under $500 would be absolute junk. I still have a $600 unit in my save for later that I was going to "graduate" to if it turned out I'm into espresso as much as I thought I'd be. Decided to get my feet wet with this unit fully expecting to eventually buy the $600 one I had my eyes on. Turns out, I could not possibly fathom what I'd need to replace this thing for? It does exactly as it should. Maybe the pressure isn't perfect or the temps are not 100% stable like a professional grade machine, but this makes a damn good cup of double shot espresso. The steamer wand works well. I will use this thing until it doesn't espresso no more. One thing I had to get used to is the order of operation: 1. Get the steamer going by spraying water/steam mix into your cup, when it's fully steam, use your chilled milk pitcher to get your steamed milk, 2. Clean off the steam wand, turn off the steam button, then open up the steamer again until it spits out nothing but hot water (no steam) because this cools down the machine's internals, if you try to brew a cup of espresso before this step, it will not work, it must cool down and the only way to do that is to send water through the steamer, 3. Brew a single cup with no grinds, just pass water through to pre-heat everything, 4. Load the grinds and make your actual espresso. If you're on the fence, don't hesitate, this thing is amazing for the price.

Muy buena con accesorios mas adecuados hace maravillas

J'ai longtemps hésité à commander cette machine à espresso, cherchant à avoir un bon café de qualité sans trop y mettre d'argent. J'ai finalement passée ma commande et reçu la machine le lendemain. Je pensais sérieusement que j'allais devoir faire des essais-erreurs avant de réussir à avoir un bon espresso. J'ai préchauffé la machine comme recommandé par la marque, en faisant couler un 2 tasses, sans y mettre d'espresso, avant de faire une vraie tasse. Hé bien, mon tout premier espresso était vraiment excellent. J'ai choisi un sac de café Lavazza "crema e gusto" moulu finement que j'ai trouvé au supermarché, j'ai mis 11-13g dans mon portafilter, et dès ma première gorgée j'ai été grandement surprise. Aucun arrière-goût, aucune amertume. Un café très doux, mais fort en même temps. Points importants à noter: - Le mousseur à lait prend parfois un peu de temps à être bien chaud et je n'ai pas réussi à faire mousser mon lait au complet, mais ce n'était pas ma priorité. - Le mousseur est aussi très bruyant, au point de faire siler mes oreilles. - J'utilise l'eau chaude du mousseur à lait (sans mettre l'option steam) pour allonger mon espresso, mais parfois l'eau n'est pas aussi chaude que j'aimerais qu'elle le soit. Je suis très contente de mon achat, et après une semaine à me faire des café régulièrement je n'ai aucun problème majeur avec la machine. Je recommanderais clairement cette machine pour ceux qui souhaitent se faire des espressos, ou allongés de qualité, sans trop dépenser (surtout considérant que certaines machines à pods sont encore plus chères que celle-ci). Évidemment il est possible de "modder" la machine en changeant le portafilter, mais honnêtement, étant quelqu'un qui prend de 2-5 cafés par jour, je ne vois pas l'intérêt pour le moment puisque le café est très bon! Je recommande!!

Es de buena calidad y para su precio es buena

The espresso machine exceeded all expectations. It is solid, sleek, easy to use and makes the most amazing espresso. The steamer quickly heats up milk for cappuccino or lattes. To start the day with better than any coffee shop flat whites is such a treat!

Im finally able to make different drinks. I especially love the capuchino. Richer flavor for those who enjoy coffee for sure. This machine is perfect for me.