De'Longhi Vertuo Plus
Score: 68/100
Casabrews Espresso Machine
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Casabrews CM5418 is a compact semi-automatic espresso machine praised for its 20-bar pump and fast 1350 W heating. Its small water tank, limited cup height and lack of an integrated grinder limit high-volume or tall-mug use. Best suited for beginners and apartment dwellers who value space and price over advanced features.
The De'Longhi VertuoPlus offers a motorized brew head, automatic capsule ejection and a generous 60 oz water tank, plus an Aeroccino frother for milk drinks. However, its reported 0 bar pump pressure and reliance on proprietary capsules limit espresso quality and flexibility. It suits users who want a convenient single-serve machine with a larger water reservoir but do not demand high-pressure espresso performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
0 bar | 20 barbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.4 kgbest | 4.649 kg |
1,774 mlbest | 1,000 ml | |
325 mmbest | 304 mm | |
142 mmbest | 139 mm | |
411 mmbest | 312 mm | |
— | 102 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 1,350 Wbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Pump Pressure (bar) | 0 bar | 20 bar |
Capacity(1) | ||
Water Tank Capacity (ml) | 1774 ml | 1000 ml |
Features(1) | ||
Steam Wand | false | true |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Height (mm) | 325 mm | 304 mm |
Width (mm) | 142 mm | 139 mm |
Depth (mm) | 411 mm | 312 mm |
Weight (kg) | 4.4 kg | 4.649 kg |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 1200-1350 W | 1350 W |
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Professional reviewers highlight the CM5418's space-saving dimensions, solid 20-bar pump, and rapid 1350 W heating as strong points for an entry-level machine, especially given its budget-friendly price. However, they note the lack of an integrated grinder, adjustable temperature, pre-infusion, and the limited 4-inch cup height as drawbacks that keep it from competing with more feature-rich models.
Everyday users appreciate the machine's ease of use, quick heat-up, and compact size, praising the rich crema and the ability to make lattes with the manual wand. Recurring complaints focus on the small water tank, the learning curve of the steam wand, occasional leaks, and the plastic feel of some components.
