Chefman CraftBrew

Thin ecosystemBeginner ★★★★☆Machine Under $300Budget 51mm beginner machine - size-agnostic add-ons only

Tamper:: 50mm or 51mm
Portafilter:: pressurized
Stock:: 51mm pressurized (dual-wall) single- and double-shot baskets. Chefman markets these as beginner-friendly baskets that self-regulate pressure through a small hole, so they forgive a coarse grind and an uneven tamp. Some retail listings claim a non-pressurized basket is also included, but Chefman's own materials only confirm the pressurized single/double baskets - treat non-pressurized inclusion as unclear until you inspect the box.
First upgrades:: Tamper -> Milk jug -> wdt-tool
Avoid:: The portafilter ear/lug pattern on this Chefman group is proprietary and undocumented. Even a correctly-sized 51mm third-party bottomless or spouted portafilter may NOT twist and lock into this group. Verify the exact ear/lug geometry against your machine (or confirm the seller lists Chefman RJ54 fitment) BEFORE buying any replacement portafilter. The steam wand's tip is not documented as a user-replaceable part. Do not assume aftermarket steam tips will thread on - verify fitment before buying one. The shower screen is not a documented serviceable part; aftermarket screens are not known to fit. Safest accessory buys are size-agnostic: a 51mm tamper, a knock box, a cleaning brush, descaler and a milk pitcher.
Last checked:: 2026-07-01

Before you buy

Common wrong buys: Assuming any 51mm bottomless or spouted portafilter will fit - the proprietary ears mean it often won't lock in; verify fitment first. · Trying to dial in like a non-pressurized machine and blaming the grind, when the stock baskets are pressurized and deliberately forgiving. · Leaving the pressurized baskets un-rinsed so the tiny pressure hole clogs, causing weak or sputtering shots. · Ignoring the descale indicator (the manual shows 'dSC' after about 500 uses) and letting scale build in the 1.5L tank and boiler. · Not purging and wiping the steam wand after milk, which dries and blocks the tip.

Our reasoned guidance for the Chefman CraftBrew, based on its 51mm group spec and manufacturer info - not a sponsored ranking.

Upgrade order: Tampers → Milk jugs → WDT tools → Protective mats → Scales

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Filter baskets

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51mm Espresso Filter Basket, Double 2-Cup Stainless Steel Portafilter Basket, Compatible with De'Longhi Dedica EC680 EC685 ECP Gevi Casabrews 51mm, Pressurized Dual-Wall,14-18g Capacity

Fits the 51mm group inferred from size 51mm

Why: Size matches the 51mm Chefman CraftBrew group. Compatibility inferred from size; not stated by the listing.

⚠ Check first: The portafilter ear/lug pattern on this Chefman group is proprietary and undocumented. Even a correctly-sized 51mm third-party bottomless or spouted portafilter may NOT twist and lock into this group. Verify the exact ear/lug geometry against your machine (or confirm the seller lists Chefman RJ54 fitment) BEFORE buying any replacement portafilter.

Chefman CraftBrew

Before you buy

Filter baskets

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Milk jugs

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Scales

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