CASABREWS CM5418BC-UL Compact Espresso Machine, 20-Bar Pump and Steam Wand

The built-in pressure gauge gives you a visual reference as you prepare espresso and adjust it to your taste. A steam wand lets you froth milk for drinks like cappuccinos and lattes. The compact stainless steel machine is designed for home or office use. Choose it for hands-on espresso preparation and milk drinks, a simpler coffee maker may suit a different routine.

What to know

This semi-automatic espresso machine uses ground coffee and a 20-bar pump. Its built-in pressure gauge helps you monitor pressure while brewing, giving you a practical point of reference as you refine your preparation. The 1350-watt boiler supports espresso brewing and steam for milk frothing.

The reusable filter setup includes separate one-cup and two-cup filters, so you can prepare a single or double shot. For milk-based drinks, the steam wand textures milk into foam for cappuccinos, lattes, and flat whites. A hot-water function adds another option for preparing hot water from the machine.

The brushed stainless steel finish gives the machine a clean look, while its dimensions—12.28 inches deep, 5.47 inches wide, and 11.97 inches high—help describe its countertop footprint. The removable 34 oz water tank can be taken out for refilling. Customer feedback often highlights the compact design, straightforward operation, and enjoyable espresso with crema, reports about long-term reliability are mixed, so experiences vary.

How it fits

With a narrow 5.47-inch width and a removable tank, the CM5418BC-UL is suited to kitchens or office counters where you want espresso equipment without choosing a larger setup. It also offers more hands-on control than an automatic machine: you work with ground coffee, select a one- or two-cup filter, and use the gauge as a visual guide while dialing in your preparation.

It’s a great fit if you enjoy making espresso-based drinks at home and want a steam wand for milk, rather than a machine focused only on brewed coffee. The stainless steel exterior and compact form bring together a practical countertop footprint and the tools for espresso, cappuccino, latte, and macchiato preparation.

How to use it

Fill the removable tank, add ground coffee to the appropriate filter, and secure it in the portafilter before brewing. The pressure gauge lets you observe the pressure during extraction. If pressure is low, the provided guidance is to use a finer grind, add more coffee grounds, or increase tamping pressure. The included tamper with spoon supports that preparation routine.

For milk drinks, use the steam wand to froth and texture milk. Let the machine cool before brewing coffee after frothing, switching directly from steaming to brewing can trigger its overheat protection. The hot-water function is also available after preheating: turn the side knob to the water position to dispense hot water.

Before you decide

Which drinks can it make? It is designed for espresso and espresso-based drinks, including cappuccinos, lattes, macchiatos, and flat whites. The steam wand provides a way to froth milk for those recipes.

What comes with the machine? The package includes the espresso machine, a removable 34 oz water tank, one-cup and two-cup filters, a portafilter, a tamper with spoon, an instruction manual, and coffee recipes.

Can I make one or two shots? Yes. The included one-cup and two-cup filters let you choose the filter for a single or double espresso preparation.

Is it worth it?

For someone who wants a compact machine for ground-coffee espresso and milk-based drinks, the CM5418BC-UL brings together a 20-bar pump, a built-in pressure gauge, two filter sizes, and a steam wand. Its removable 34 oz tank and stainless steel design suit a regular home or office coffee station, while the semi-automatic format gives you an active role in preparing each drink.