De'Longhi Espresso Machine
Score: 66/100
Casabrews CM5418 Silver
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Casabrews CM5418 offers a compact, 20-bar semi-automatic espresso machine with a pressure gauge and auto shut-off. Its tiny 1 L water tank and modest steam wand limit high-volume or specialty drink preparation. Suited for apartment dwellers needing an affordable entry-level machine.
The De'Longhi ECP3630 is a compact entry-level espresso machine featuring a 15-bar pump and an adjustable manual frothing wand, making it ideal for small kitchens and pod users. Its lack of a built-in grinder and limited temperature control trade off deeper flavor extraction and precise milk steaming. Best suited for beginners and apartment dwellers seeking simplicity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
15 bar | 20 barbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.8 kg | 3.896 kgbest |
1,094 mlbest | 1,000 ml | |
302.26 mmbest | 119.7 mm | |
184.15 mmbest | 59 mm | |
243.84 mmbest | 122.8 mm | |
128.78 mmbest | 101.6 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,100 Wbest | 1,350 W |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Pump Pressure (bar) | 15 bar | 20 bar |
Capacity(2) | ||
Water Tank Capacity (ml) | 1094 ml | 1000 ml |
Maximum Cup Height (mm) | 128.78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Height (mm) | 302.26 mm | 119.7 mm |
Width (mm) | 184.15 mm | 59.0 mm |
Depth (mm) | 243.84 mm | 122.8 mm |
Weight (kg) | 4.8 kg | 3.8955 kg |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 1100 W | 1350 W |
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Professional reviewers commend the ECP3630 for its ultra-compact design, adjustable frothing wand, and easy-clean removable parts, noting it delivers quality espresso with decent crema for beginners. However, they point out the pressurized basket limits flavor depth, the plastic housing feels less premium, and the lack of advanced temperature control restricts precise brewing.
Everyday users love the machine's small footprint, straightforward cleanup, and the frother's foam control, especially when using pods for quick coffee. Common complaints revolve around a tight group head gasket, the plastic feel of the body, limited temperature settings, and inconsistent micro-foam that hampers latte-art attempts.
“tight group head gasket”
“Easy setup and beginner-friendly pressurized filters produce decent crema and lattes quickly”
“Water tank too small and awkward to refill”
Professional reviewers describe the Casabrews CM5418 as a solid entry-level thermoblock espresso machine with a respectable 20-bar pump and compact build, but they point out its limited water capacity, small portafilter and lack of advanced features make it unsuitable for serious enthusiasts.
Everyday users commend the machine's easy setup, compact size and decent crema from pressurized baskets, yet they repeatedly mention the tiny water tank, quick-filling drip tray and under-powered steam wand as frustrating drawbacks.
