Hamilton Beach Espresso Machine
Score: 69/100
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 Hamilton Beach 15 Bar Espresso Machine provides dual-cup brewing, a 15-bar pump, and a removable 50 oz water reservoir at an affordable price. It lacks an integrated grinder and relies on manual frothing, which may limit convenience. Suitable for beginners and budget-conscious users needing basic espresso functionality.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
15 bar | 20 barbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.19 kg | 3.896 kgbest |
1,500 mlbest | 1,000 ml | |
312.7 mmbest | 119.7 mm | |
330.2 mmbest | 59 mm | |
208.3 mmbest | 122.8 mm | |
100 mm | 101.6 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,050 Wbest | 1,350 W |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Pump Pressure (bar) | 15 bar | 20 bar |
Capacity(2) | ||
Water Tank Capacity (ml) | 1500 ml | 1000 ml |
Maximum Cup Height (mm) | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
Features(1) | ||
Steam Wand Type | manual | Manual |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Height (mm) | 312.7 mm | 119.7 mm |
Width (mm) | 330.2 mm | 59.0 mm |
Depth (mm) | 208.3 mm | 122.8 mm |
Weight (kg) | 4.19 kg | 3.8955 kg |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 1050 W | 1350 W |
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Professional reviewers commend the Hamilton Beach 40715 for its 15‑bar, industry‑standard pump and compact form factor, noting that it delivers café‑quality espresso and quick milk steaming at a budget‑friendly price. They acknowledge the convenience of pressurized filter baskets for novices but point out trade‑offs such as an aluminum boiler, lack of an integrated grinder, and manual frothing that may limit appeal to espresso purists.
Everyday users praise the machine's ease of use, compact size, rapid heating, and affordable entry point, highlighting that it produces good-tasting espresso. Common complaints revolve around the learning curve for manual milk frothing, the inconvenience of refilling a hot water reservoir, and concerns about the durability of the aluminum boiler.
“ease of use and straightforward setup”
“compact size”
“quick heating”
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.
