Keurig Coffee Makers

 

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1		Keurig K-Classic Coffee Maker, Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Brewer, 6 To 10 Oz. Brew Sizes, Black	Check at Amazon
2		Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker, Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Brewer, With Iced Coffee Capability,...	Check at Amazon
3		Keurig K-Duo Coffee Maker, Single Serve and 12-Cup Carafe Drip Coffee Brewer, Compatible with K-Cup...	Check at Amazon
4		Keurig K-Select Coffee Maker, Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Brewer, With Strength Control And Hot...	Check at Amazon
5		Keurig K-Cafe Coffee Maker, Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee, Latte and Cappuccino Maker, Comes with...	Check at Amazon
6		Keurig K-Elite Coffee Maker, Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Brewer, With Iced Coffee Capability,...	Check at Amazon
7		Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker, Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Brewer, 6 to 12 oz. Brew Sizes, Black	Check at Amazon
8		Keurig K155 Office Pro Commercial Coffee Maker, Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Brewer, Silver	Check at Amazon
9		Hamilton Beach 49976 FlexBrew Coffee Maker, Single Serve & Full Pot, Compatible with K-Cup Pods or...	Check at Amazon
10		Keurig K-Mini Plus Coffee Maker, Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Brewer, Comes With 6 to 12 oz. Brew...	Check at Amazon

Categories About Contact Gift Guides BEST KEURIG COFFEE MAKERS Updated November 2019 WHY TRUST BESTREVIEWS? BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We only make money if you purchase a product through our links, and we never accept free products from manufacturers. Read more BOTTOM LINE PROS CONS BEST OF THE BEST Keurig K-Duo Plus Single Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker Check Price This tall model’s lightning-quick brewing time and many programmable options makes the premium Keurig’s K-Duo Plus their most adaptable coffee maker to date. Uses ground coffee or K-Cup pods. Stainless steel 12-cup carafe. Easily accommodates travel mugs. Programmable to pour 6, 8, 10, and 12oz servings. A coffee maker this good was destined to have a high price tag. BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK Keurig K55 Programmable K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker Check Price A great single-cup machine with simple button controls that offers the features most people want in a Keurig machine. Brews coffee quickly and reliably. Large water reservoir. Automatic shut-off after 2 hrs. saves energy. Works with 3rd-party K-Cups. Brews multiple sizes of K-Cups. Strictly a single-cup maker. The "programmable" feature simply means you can set the time for the on/off feature. Keurig K-Elite Single Serve Coffee Maker Check Price Between its Bold Brew, iced beverage, and fast-brewing features, Keurig’s K-Elite is more advanced than you may expect a single serve coffee maker to be. Brews a cup in under a minute. 5 custom cup sizes available. Large 75oz water reservoir. Easy to program. Hot water dispenser. Available in 3 colors. Makes iced drinks too. Fairly pricy for a single-serve Keurig. Keurig K-Duo Single Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker Check Price If someone in your household prefers a 12-cup pot of coffee and another just needs a single strong cup, this premium customizable Keurig will keep everyone happy. Use both K-Cup pods and ground coffee. Easily brew one cup or an entire carafe. Includes heating plate. Strong Brew feature brews a more intense single serving. Programmable auto-brew feature. Only available in black. Keurig K250 Programmable K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker Check Price A very good 2.0 machine, but it is missing the temperature control and time feature of its big brothers. Streamlined, reliable, and easy to use. It can handle a carafe, too. Has an attractive design. Includes a strength control setting to determine the intensity of your brew. The 2.0 restriction prevents the use of some 3rd-party K-Cups. No timer to automatically brew carafes at a set time. HOW WE DECIDED We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers. 41 Models Considered 8 Hours Researched 1 Experts Interviewed 239 Consumers Consulted Kitchen BUYING GUIDE FOR BEST KEURIG COFFEE MAKERS Last Updated November 2019 Keurig machines are not just for coffee. You can use this little miracle appliance to heat cocoa and other beverages as well. There's even a baby formula Keurig available. But seriously, you know you'll be using it mostly for coffee, so you'll want one that has the best coffee making features, like being My K-Cup compatible so you can create your own brews. For the coffee connoisseur, your Keurig should have a programmable brew temperature, water filtration, and an energy-saving mode. If you desire a wider selection of coffee, get a model that accepts third party cups. But there are plenty of options available that are fully compatible. All Keurig coffee makers feature easy cleaning, but some are larger in size for more demanding use. If you're like us, you can't wait to down that next delicious cup of java, so you can just purchase one of the models we've already given a thumbs up. However, if you love knowledge as much as your go-juice, keep reading this article for more information on these essential appliances. Stay connected Get exclusive content, advice, and tips from BestReviews delivered to your inbox. Subscribe Like us on Facebook! Email… Stay updated The creators of the Keurig company named it from a derivative of the word “excellence” in Dutch. CONSIDERATIONS FOR KEURIG COFFEE MAKERS First, let’s walk through the Keurig machine basics. Keurig captured the public interest as a one-cup-at-a-time coffee maker. The coffee comes in individual serving packs filled with fresh-ground coffee, or other beverage mixes like cocoa powder. These are the K-Cups. They’re a great way to sample different types of coffee and unique flavors. The cup itself is made up of a plastic layer, a filter layer, and a foil layer to keep the coffee fresh. The machines themselves keep water in a reservoir, which comes in different sizes depending on the model. When someone wants a single cup of coffee, they add the K-Cup, press the button, and get no-fuss coffee. According to Keurig, their machines should last for years. As with many products, how well you take care of your machine impacts its lifespan. A Keurig machine needs maintenance in the form of cleaning. Luckily, this is an easy process. When the Keurig needs cleaning, a descale indicator light pops up in the message center on many models. That means that calcium and other mineral buildup is high enough to require cleaning. When the indicator activates, you need to run diluted vinegar through the system. You can also buy products like Dezcal to descale the brewer. However, refer to your owner’s manual for specific and proper use. The machine also has pins that poke through the K-Cup to access the coffee grounds or other ingredients. These may need cleaning to get rid of any coffee ground or drink mix buildup. They’re sharp, so clean them with a toothpick, releasing any residue. Product in depth KEURIG 2.0 BREWING SYSTEM Capacity The Keurig 2.0 Brewing System is a workhorse. It has an 80-ounce water reservoir that allows you to brew 10 or more cups of coffee in one go. It also offers customizable brew sizes. Using K-Cups, you can specify 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 ounces. With a carafe, the 2.0 Brewing System offers choices of 22, 26, or 30 ounces. It has five temperature settings, and dispenses hot water independently of brewing, a great option for making instant oatmeal or soup. This model does require you to use Keurig brand K-Cups. Customer reviews frequently mention the large, easy to use screen and overall happiness with the sheer flexibility and range of functions with this Keurig offering. KEURIG COFFEE MAKERS FEATURES What makes Keurigs so popular is each machine’s wide array of features. With classic coffee makers you brew coffee. And that’s it. But Keurig offers functions that take your beverage experience to the next level. My K-Cup compatible These machines accept the reusable coffee cup, the My K-Cup. This is a cup filter that allows you to add your own coffee, or other ingredients, as opposed to buying pre-packaged coffee grounds. It’s a great option for those who want to use their own coffee grounds or tea blends, and those who are concerned about staying green. Programmable features These are settings that you adjust on the machine, like language and clock time. You can also set the brew temperature and auto on/off features. Quiet brew technology This feature is what it sounds like: certain models are designed to make little noise while they brew. Larger machine like the Office Pro varieties tend to not come with this technology, since they use a heavier pump for larger-scale uses. However, the majority of the machines are pretty quiet. Water filtration Some Keurig machines come with a water filter feature. This is a good feature to have if you have hard or otherwise poor water quality. The filters are usually replaceable charcoal filter cartridges. Energy-saving mode These features turn off the machine when not in use. For instance, the machine may shut down after being idle for two hours or more. Some Keurigs boast an onboard filtration system. Digital displays While the controls on some models consist of only LEDs and buttons, others boast full digital display screens. These allow full control via touchscreen, like managing hot versus cold water dispense. The machine may also have a digital clock or even a nightlight setting that illuminates the kitchen at night. Product in depth KEURIG K55 PROGRAMMABLE K-CUP POD COFFEE MAKER Features The Keurig K55 is the basic machine to go for if you’re the type of person who only needs a few cups at a time. The 48-ounce water reservoir allows you to brew about six cups of coffee before refills. The auto-off feature turns off the coffee maker after being idle for longer than two hours, which can help save energy. It accepts pods made by non-Keurig manufacturers, allowing you to shop around for the best prices on other grounds and reusable pods. Reviewers appreciate the simplicity of the controls, as well as the large reservoir. Fill the reservoir once, and you can brew five or six completely different beverages before filling it again. It’s a great option for a household or office team with diverse drinking tastes. TYPES OF KEURIG COFFEE MAKERS The Keurig machines come in many types, of course. Rather than listing every specific model, below are several of the main Keurig categories. Keurig classic series These are basic models that take up little space at home and brew the single-serve coffee that the brand is known for. They work with the K-Cup pods. If you’re looking for the machine that just provides your cup of coffee fast, this is that machine. Keurig Plus series The Keurig Plus machines are more advanced home models that can brew a full four-cup carafe. These also have touchscreen controls with more customizable options, like strength control. These work with K-Cup pods and K-Mug pods, as well as the K-Carafe pods. Keurigs are generally very quiet, especially the smaller, home-use models. Larger office models may be more noisy, as they employ stronger pumps. Commercial models Meant for use in offices, the commercial models are much larger machines. They may be for employees or they might be available for customers in a waiting area. They typically have very large water reservoirs and are built all around for high-yield use. Some even come with complete Keurig brand kiosks. These are available through authorized distributors and don’t list prices online. COST OF KEURIG COFFEE MAKERS $100 to $120 This price range contains the home use Keurig Classic Series machines. The machine at the bottom of the price range does not have a water reservoir, whereas the one at the top of the price range does. Programmable features start appearing at the top of the price range. Between all the brands that hopped on the trend, estimates state that companies make over 500 different K-Cup beverage varieties combined. $130 to $180 This price range includes the current Keurig Plus Series. The size of the water reservoir goes up as the price gets higher, going from 40 ounces to 80 ounces. This price range also includes touch display model. Keurigs aren’t just for coffee. They’re also used for tea, cider, cocoa, and many other drinks. FAQ Q. Keurig has gotten a bad rap for its environmental impact. Will I kill all the polar bears if I use one of these? A. Keurig went out of its way to address these environmental concerns. The company states that it’s working on making their cups recyclable by 2020. Until then, the reusable My K-Cups are a good environmental option. You can also buy recyclable K-Cups from other brands that are compatible with Keurig machines. Q. I like coffee, but I’m not huge on it. Is a Keurig machine even worth the investment for someone like me? A. Keurigs aren’t just for coffee. They can also make tea, cider, and hot cocoa. The wide array of flavored coffee is also a good option for people who just don’t like plain black coffee. The K-Cups come in hundreds of flavors. People have found other uses for the Keurig machine as well. Some even use it just to brew hot water for pasta and oatmeal. Plus, machines with cold settings can make tasty cold coffee recipes with creamer, sugar, and ice. Q. Are Keurig machines hard to clean? A. Not at all. The main problem is scaling from hard water. To fix it, you can either run diluted vinegar or a cleaning agent like Dezcal through the Keurig system. Many models even have a descaling light that tells you when to descale the machine. THE TEAM THAT WORKED ON THIS REVIEW Bestreviews Logo Facebook Icon Twitter Icon Instagram Icon Linkedin Icon Youtube Icon Pinterest Icon Get exclusive content, advice, and tips from BestReviews delivered to your inbox. Email... Stay Updated LINKS FAQ About Contact Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions FEATURED Partnerships Press Gift Ideas © 2019 BestReviews All Rights Reserved.