Best Keurig Coffee Makers

It is fair to say that the current kitchen appliances market is rather oversaturated. This is especially true when it comes to more affordable coffee makers.

There are more than 50 models of Keurig coffee machines currently available in various retail stores, so choosing a brewer best suited for your home can come as a challenge.

Depending on your budget, kitchen size, and individual tastes of your family members, you will get different answers to the question of which Keurig is the best home brewer.

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List of Top Keurig Coffee Makers

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Photo	Product	Brew sizes	Reservoir capacity	Details
	K-Classic® Coffee Maker	6-10 oz	48 oz	View on Amazon
	K-Mini® Single Serve Coffee Maker	6-12 oz	Single cup	View on Amazon
	K-Elite® Single Serve Coffee Maker	4-12 oz	75 oz	View on Amazon
	K-Café® Single Serve Coffee, Latte & Cappuccino Maker	6-12 oz	60 oz	View on Amazon
	K-Select® Coffee Maker	6-12 oz	52 oz	View on Amazon
	K200 Certified Refurbished Coffee Maker	4-10 oz	40 oz	View on Amazon
	K-Duo™ Single Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker	6-12 oz	60 oz	View on Amazon

How Do I Choose a Good Keurig Coffee Maker?

The variety of brewers that Keurig offers as well as the relatively similar prices can make the purchase of your first coffee maker a bit difficult. The key to finding a Keurig that’s perfect for your needs is in understanding your own priorities when it comes to coffee making.

First, you might want to establish what’s more important to you: affordability or variety. Single serve and K-Cup Keurig coffee makers come with different sets of features, each in a wide range of colours, but the price is generally higher for the models with more expansive brewing options.

Essentially, it’s best to consider several features before buying a Keurig coffee maker:

• The size of the water reservoir. Large families may benefit from Keurigs with water tanks ranging between 40-60 ounces and more, while single or two-person households will be happy with single-use reservoirs seen in models like K-Mini.

• Brew sizes. K-Cup Keurig brewers usually support most popular cup sizes, though some include more variety than others. If you need more options, look for models that offer more than 4 cup sizes, preferably those with 4 or 6 to 12-ounce size selection. Cheaper Keurig models will have fewer brew sizes, usually between 2 and 3, though it’s still enough to satisfy a casual coffee drinker.

• Coffee strength. If you prefer your coffee extra strong, then your best option would be a Keurig machine with a built-in program designed to increase the strength of coffee drinks regardless of the cup size or coffee brand. Those usually include separate control buttons for Strong Brew. 

• Speciality beverages. This is highly optional, but if you are partial to iced drinks or frothy caffeinated beverages, then you might want to try out Keurig brewers with such features as milk frothers, iced drinks, and latte and cappuccino modes.

The following list mostly touches on Keurig brewers of single serve K-Cup pod variety, though there are a few combo models as well as a duo model that combines pod and drip dispensing techniques.

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Review of the Best Keurig Coffee Makers

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Keurig K-Classic^® Coffee Maker

This K-Classic coffee maker by Keurig delivers rich and hot coffee with minimal loss in flavour and caffeine content. With a single serve pod design, the brewer is able to provide fast filtration and coffee delivery in under one minute while also allowing for size flexibility.

This classic coffee brewer utilizes universal coffee pods to deliver rich coffee in three main brew sizes: 6 ounces, 8 ounces, and 10 ounces. Aside from determining the amount of coffee per serving, the cup sizes also vary the strength of each brew. As such, the strongest option is the 6-ounce brew since it packs the maximum caffeine punch in the smallest cup size.

Equipped with a large water reservoir, this Keurig makes it easier to brew coffee for more people without the need to replenish the water supply. At 48 ounces, the water reservoir is capable of serving more than 6 cups of coffee (depending on the brew size) before the refill. The tank can also be easily removed for cleaning and refilling so you won’t have to manoeuvre the entire machine.

As mentioned in the description, the brewer runs on K-Cup coffee pods, meaning the machine is compatible with pods from all leading coffee brands. K-Cup is easy to use: simply insert the pod and allow the freshly ground coffee to be saturated with hot water and sifted through the paper filter. Under the gentle pressure of the brewer, the filtered coffee is then delivered into a cup of your chosen size.

On the right side of the brewer, you will find button controls with a set of indicators meant to show each ongoing process. There are three buttons for selection brew sizes, each bearing the correspondent logo and illuminated with LED lights for easier navigation.

Above the brew selection, you will see five indicator lights designed to alert about water utilization and contents (add water), removal of scale buildup (descale), water preparation (heating), automatic shut down (auto off), and power status (power), the last two of which also come with respective buttons.

Whereas descaling option is there to safely clean the brewer of harmful deposits, the automatic shut off is aimed to reduce energy usage by turning off the machine after two hours of running idle.

This brewer is also compatible with various Keurig accessories such as My K-Cup universal reusable filters designed for Keurig pods, a cleaning kit, and a water replacement kit.

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Keurig K-Mini^® Single Serve Coffee Maker

One of the best space-saving models, this Keurig K-Mini is aimed specifically for smaller spaces, travelling, and vacation homes without cutting down on efficiency or quality of the coffee brewing.

Though not as large as the previous model, this single-cup Keurig is still extremely capable of servicing an entire family with the minimal waiting time. As its name suggests, the K-Mini houses water only enough for one serving between 6 ounces and 12 ounces, so you will need to refill the tank for each brew.

The refilling process, however, is exceptionally easy to manage and it takes almost no effort at all. The water is poured directly into the built-in reservoir, so there is no need to handle detachable parts when you can simply add water to prepare another cup of coffee.

Similar to other coffee pod models, the K-Mini is compatible with all K-Cup pods from various coffee manufacturers. Moreover, this Keurig can handle pods of cocoa, different teas, and other compatible beverages.

Access to the pod and the water reservoir can be found on the top of the brewer as well as the single power button that makes preparing coffee that much more straightforward. On top of pre-packaged pods, you can also use universal K-Cup coffee filters for brewing your own ground coffee.

At less than 5 inches wide and 7 inches tall, the K-Mini is ideal for small kitchens, narrow counters, and other restricted prep spaces. Thanks to its cord storage and lightweight construction, the brewer makes for a perfect travel coffee maker that can be set up at the place of your destination, be it a rental cottage, a hotel room, or other vacation/business trip property.

Such ergonomic design is not only useful for travel but also for maintaining your kitchen or prep space clean. The cord storage and the drip plate allow for easier transportation and maintenance while also letting you use travel mugs. By removing the drip tray you can safely dispose of escaped liquid and keep the countertops and tables free of stains.

This model is also made with energy efficiency in mind: by adding the automatic shut off option, Keurig ensures you don’t waste power and save on bills. After about 90 seconds of idle time (since the last brew), the K-Mini shuts off automatically.

With its stylish matte black finish, the K-Mini shows a sleek minimalist exterior compatible with most modern kitchens and color schemes. 

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Keurig K-Elite^® Single Serve Coffee Maker

A more imposing family-sized model, Keurig K-Elite is designed with large households and picky drinkers in mind, offering an extensive tank capacity, quiet operation, and a wider selection of prep options. 

True to its name, the K-Elite occupies an entirely different level when it comes to the brewing of beverages in the comfort of your home. Even though this model is also a single serve pod coffee maker, it allows for a more customized experience by offering programmable settings that go beyond simple brew size options.

For one, the control panel—found on the top of the pod lid—features a digital clock which you can set up manually with arrow buttons located on the right side of the screen. Above the screen you will find the LED power button and to the left is the settings button with high attitude, auto shut off and temperature control options.

Other features are located below the screen, including two indicator lights that alert you about water shortage (add water) as well as the need for maintenance (descale) which should be conducted regularly.

One of the standout features of this model is the ability of making a stronger brew accessible with a simple touch of a button. By pressing the Strong button, you may enhance the flavor and caffeine strength of your brew regardless of the cup size.

Next to the Strong brew option you will also find the hot water feature meant to provide hot water on demand whenever you need it. This option is ideal for making easy hot breakfast such as oatmeal or even quick instant lunch like cup noodles and instant soup. It’s also great for tea bags whenever you don’t have time for brewing proper tea.

As for the brew options, the K-Elite offers a range of sizes: 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 ounces. The brewer is compatible with most K-Cup pods as well as your own coffee, though you will need to purchase reusable K-Cup filters beforehand.

Aside from classic black coffee, the K-Elite allows for brewing of other popular beverages like tea, cocoa, and various iced drinks. The latter is made possible by the Iced setting that, like the strong brew option, requires only a quick press of a button to create your favorite iced beverage.

Another point of interest that this model may pose for large families or passionate coffee lovers is its removable water tank holding up to 75 ounces at once. This means that you will be able to make at least 8 cups of coffee before adding more water to the reservoir.

To minimize the mess left on the countertops, the brewer incorporates a drip tray for collecting escaped liquid. It can be removed from the platform for easy cleaning. The platform that houses the tray is also pretty flexible in terms of compatibility since it can take mugs as tall as 7.2 inches. 

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Keurig K-Café^® Single Serve Coffee, Latte & Cappuccino Maker

Designed to deliver coffeehouse-quality drinks, the K-Cafe by Keurig is ideal for brewing coffee in both domestic and professional settings made possible by its variety of brew sizes and speciality beverages.

As a multi-purpose coffee maker, the K-Cafe combines the single serve coffee brewer with an adjacent frother section, allowing you to expand your options from regular coffee to cappuccino, latte, and iced versions of all available beverages.

The main brewer supports popular cup sizes, namely 6, 8, 10, and 12-ounce portions. There is also the shot option, allowing you to portion 2-ounce coffee shots whenever you make latte or cappuccino. Apart from making coffee varieties, the K-Cafe is also compatible with other drinks such as tea and cocoa.

As with most single serve Keurig coffee machines, this brewer also allows you to use your own ground coffee in addition to K-Cup pods. As for milk, the brewer comes with its own milk froth cup that’s both easy to clean as it’s dishwasher-safe and simple in its usage.

The milk frother goes into the frothing section where you can choose between three frothing options: latte, capp (cappuccino), and cold, with the last option aimed specifically at making cold beverages. You are free to use any milk you want, be it whole milk, skim milk, soy, rice or almond.

What’s even more efficient about this brewer is its water capacity. Housing a 60-ounce water reservoir, the brewer can make up to 6 coffee cups before refill. The fact that it can be removed for refill also means you will have more time on your hands during morning preparations knowing there is enough water to make coffee for every member of the family with some room for double shots.

In addition to the large water tank, the brewer accommodates various cup sizes, including tall travel mugs, meaning you can fit your 7.2-inch drinkware without worry.

Environmentally-conscious users will also find this brewer perfectly suitable as it applies the so-called smart start process to brew the coffee while also employing automatic shut off to prevent energy wastage. Auto off can be programmed to turn off the brewer after 2 hours of standby.

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Keurig K-Select^® Coffee Maker

The K-Select by Keurig is a medium-sized coffee maker for home use with a substantial water reservoir, strong brew options, and regular hot water supply. In contrast to K-Classic of similar dimensions, K-Select is not only more compact but also adds one more cup size to the list of brew options, making it slightly more expensive but also more versatile.

Made to take up as little space as possible while holding satisfactory water capacity, the K-Select fits standard kitchen counters without overcrowding them while at the same time ensuring a steady water supply with fewer refills.

The brewer supports four main cup sizes: 6, 8, 10, and 12 ounces, all of which can be made stronger on demand. In addition to coffee, the machine can help you make cocoa, tea, and their cold alternatives.

To achieve a stronger brew, simply press the Strong button that will make each coffee cup richer in terms of flavor and caffeine effect. As usual, you can use either pre-packaged K-Cup pods or reusable filters for ground coffee of your choice.

All brew sizes and coffee options can be chosen on the control panel found on the right side of the pod/water lid. In addition to size selection you will be able to select the strong brew program and check with the coffee maker status.

In terms of brewing capacity, the K-Select is one cup behind the K-Classic, offering 5 cups without reservoir refill, though this model’s tank is slightly larger, measuring 52 ounces in volume. The reservoir can be removed for refilling and cleaning as well as for various brewing purposes as it can be used as a ready hot water supply.

The space on the platform is also rather accommodating: the drip tray can take tall mugs (such as 7.4-inch tall travel mugs) while also preventing unnecessary spillage all over your workplace.

In addition to the brewer itself, the package includes a water filter with a handle to ensure your coffee is always made with the cleanest possible water.

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Keurig K200 Certified Refurbished Coffee Maker

One of the more known classic Keurig coffee brewers, the K200 2.0 is a combo coffee maker that supports four brew sizes measured in cups as well as small Keurig carafes.

This compact brewer comes with a familiar Keurig design reserved for traditional coffee makers that can also run on batteries, in this case triple-A batteries. Standing at 15 inches tall and reaching only 9 inches in width, the brewer will save space in your kitchen and also serve as a perfect travel companion.

The operation is made more accessible by the touch screen display, allowing you to choose brewing options with more ease. In addition, to the four cup sizes—4, 6, 8, and 10 ounces—the control panel lets you select the strong brew option which is especially suitable when you make coffee for a standard carafe.

The platform is said to support 16-ounce coffee cups, though it depends on the mug in question. Though technically the brewer supports 48-ounce carafes, the water tank won’t be able to fill it fully. However, the 40-ounce reservoir is still large enough to service 4 ten-ounce cups or 5 eight-ounce cups before refill.

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Keurig K-Duo^™ Single Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker

One of the middle-range models on the list, the Keurig K-Duo more than justifies its pricing with its combo dispensing system, large reservoir capacity, and versatile brewing options.

The main attraction of this brewer is its ability to deliver coffee via the single serve system as well as the regular drip system directly into the carafe.

Included with the brewer is a 12-cup (of 60 ounce) carafe designed to supply you with ready coffee throughout the day. The heating plate is placed directly underneath the carafe platform to ensure your pot remains hot whenever you may need a refill.

With its four brew sizes, the K-Duo allows you to prepare coffee portions of various strengths and volumes: you can have 6, 8, 10, or 12-ounce cups or fill a carafe with 6, 8, 10, or 12-cup capacity.

Able to hold 60 ounces of water, the brewer’s water reservoir can technically fill a 12-cup carafe which can fit 60 ounces of water or 48 ounces of brewed coffee. The K-Duo takes both pods and universal filters, including gold tone mesh filters.

The control panel allows you to choose between brew sizes and carafe or cup options as well as select the strong brew and auto brew programs. The automatic brewing is a particularly interesting addition that lets you program the desired coffee brew within any given 24-hour timeframe, potentially saving you precious minutes of your morning routine.

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