Single Serve coffee brewers are the backbone for many American homes for morning coffee. Though, we’ve always praised the brewing methods like Pour-over or French Press, but sometimes, we just need a quick cup without much fuzz. And that’s why, Keurig coffee makers have taken a good hold.
The brand got immensely popular and the one and the only reason behind this quick popularity was ‘Simplicity’. Many people have already replaced their conventional automatic drip machines. The interface with Keurig is elegant and yet so simple that even your kid can brew a cup of coffee. Just insert your favorite K-cup, fill the reservoir and press the button. Yola, here is the cup!
Let’s Know Keurig First
Back ago in 1990, Keurig launched its first coffee machine for an office. The results were surprising and the people started loving it. Since then, the brand continuously launched numerous models to suit different needs.
As of now, we see this brand as the leader of single-serve brewing systems. It is available in different sizes and colors to suit varying needs. They mostly come programmable; vary in brewing sizes, water reservoirs, and few accessible functions.
Keurig machines are becoming a must-have in many settings. Whether you’re looking for a coffee machine for the staff room at work or something you can use at home, Keurig is sure to have an option that will work for you. They mostly compete with capsule machines like Nespresso but have their own presence that puts them in the priority.
From home to office, the convenience of a single cup brewing system is becoming a necessity rather than a luxury. These also vary according to the place as where they are going to be used. For office purpose, the models come with heavy mechanism and outputs, whereas for home, these come with silent mechanism.
Many people are scared of cleaning these systems but it’s easy here. Cleaning brewers of this brand is also a breeze and HuffingtonPost has greatly explained this well.
Now, let’s hop on to see the very best brewers in the market by Keurig.
Best Keurig Coffee Makers – Our Favorite Picks
Now, below is the list of our favorite units that we feel good about. They are sturd and brew great coffee!
1. Keurig K15 Single Serve Pod Coffee Machine
The model Keurig K15 is the perfect pick for anyone who wants a basic, no bells or whistles single cup coffee machine. The minimal function design makes this model more compact than others, perfect for small office spaces where desk space is at a premium.
Features and Specifications
- Brew size versatility
- Easy to use interface
- Auto off energy saving feature
- Multiple color options
- Removable drip tray
- Auto off option
- Numerous Color options
- Reusable filter compatible
- One year manufacturer’s warranty
- Positive customer feedback
The K15 is a picture of simplicity and efficiency. Simply plug in, add water, choose your K-Cup and brewing size, and you are good to go. With no water reservoir, you only need to add enough water for each beverage made. Perfect for the office where standing water can go stale over time.
- Compact: Small and personal; Great for small...
- Brew sizes: Brews your perfect amount, any...
- Water reservoir: Single cup water reservoir...
Cons
- No water reservoir means you have to add water each time you make a beverage.
- Slow brew time, taking up to two minutes to brew a beverage.
- Lacks many customizable features, such as brew strength.
Related – Best Reusable Keurig K-Cups
2. Keurig K-Classic Coffee Maker
The K-Classic is one of the best product by Keurig that sells fairly well and is the next popular model after the Keurig K60 brewer. This brewer brews the most common cup sizes – 6, 8, and 10 oz. The water reservoir of 48 oz allows to brew 6 cups of 8 oz coffee, so less refilling. There is a dedicated button for descaling the machine that removes mineral and calcium deposits increasing the life span of the machine.
Features and Specifications
- 48 oz Large capacity water reservoir
- Brew size versatility – 6 oz, 8 oz, and 10 oz
- Removable drip tray
- Easy to use interface
- Reusable filter compatibility
- Automatic pre-use rinsing.
- Auto off energy saving feature
- Reusable filter compatible
- Limited one year manufacturer’s warranty
- Positive customer feedback
The simple design of K-Classic means that you can begin to enjoy your brewing system as soon as you take it out of the box. Simply plug the unit in, fill the 48 oz water reservoir, and select your single serve K-Cup. Program the size of the cup you are brewing into and let the machine do the rest.
- Brews multiple k-cup pod sizes: (6, 8, 10...
- Large 48 ounce water reservoir: Allows you to...
- Descaling: An important part of cleaning your...
Cons
- Missing 12 oz cup size
3. Keurig K-Duo
Keurig is highly recognized as a company that releases some of the best brewers with powerful capabilities and features. Their coffee brewers are simply exquisite, reliable, robust, durable, and of course, powerful. One such coffee brewer from this influential brand is the K-Duo. This coffee maker offers Dual functioning of a single-serve as well as a 12 cup brewer. You heard right, it’s Dual.
Features and Specifications
- Dimensions – 16.25 x 15 x 14 inches
- Weighs 14.37 pounds
- Single serve sizes – 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz
- Strength control
- 60 oz water tank
- 12 Cup Glass carafe included
- Heating plate for carafe
- Programmable
- Hot plate keeps warm for 2 hours after pouring
- Auto shut off
For the single-serve function, insert the pod, press the single cup button, and then the desired cup size. For the drip brewer, insert the filter in the coffee ground slot and fill it with coffee grounds for either 6, 8, 10, or 12 cups. Press the carafe button and choose the number of cups to brew. After brewing, the hot plate keeps the coffee warm for 2 hours and then automatically shuts off. We suggest using the Goldtone Filter basket for the drip brewing process to reduce the use of paper filters.
- What’s in the box: 12-cup glass carafe...
- Brew a cup and a carafe: Use both ground...
- Multiple brew sizes: Brew a 6, 8, 10, or...
Cons
- Takes up space
- Carafe sometimes spills coffee; the design could have been better
We have a separate guide about dual function or 2-way coffee makers in case you have some requirements like that.
4. Keurig K-Mini
Do you live in an apartment were space is the priority? Is your kitchen already packed a lot? Do you need some small footprint coffee maker that gives a great brew. Keurig K-Mini is your solution. With a small foot print of 5 inches, it can be placed almost anywhere. It’s slim design looks attractive as well, especially the grey color. Moreover, it’s a travel friendly brewer that accommodates travel mugs up to 7 inches height.
Features and specifications
- Dimensions – 6.1 x 13.6 x 14.7 inches
- Weighs 2 pounds
- Easy interface
- Single serve water reservoir
- Easy to remove drip tray
- Reusable filter compatible
- Auto Off
- One year manufacturer’s warranty
- Positive customer feedback
The K-Mini is quick and easy to setup. Simply plug in the unit, fill the water reservoir and follow the instructions. It can even be put in your bedroom or living room as it looks damn good. For a small amount of money, it’s a great add-on in your home.
- FITS ANYWHERE: Less than 5 inches wide,...
- YOUR PERFECT AMOUNT: Brew any cup size...
- ONE CUP RESERVOIR: Just add fresh water for...
Cons
- Water refilling is required for each cup
- Nonremovable water reservoir
5. Keurig K-Select K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker
If you are one of those people who cannot just start a morning without a reasonable amount of caffeine intake then it is best to go with a coffee brewer that is easy-to-use and less complicated. After all, most of the time laziness prevails in the morning over anything else. The K-Select coffee maker has all the traits to start your morning on a high note. It makes a strong brew that guarantees to provide the necessary energy to your body.
Features and Specifications
- Brews coffee in multiple cup sizes including 6, 8, 10, 12 oz.
- Strong brew button makes a rich in flavor cup of coffee, every time
- Brews a cup of coffee in 1 minute
- Quiet Brew Technology™ feature
- 52-ounce water reservoir (removable)
- The programmable auto shut-off feature provides a worry-free experience
- Removable drip tray (travel mugs can be accommodated by removing the drip tray)
- Maintenance reminder feature alerts about descaling
- Matte finish makes the body fingerprint resistant
- Comes in 4 colors: Matte Black, Navy, Vintage Red, and White
- Energy saver feature makes it energy-efficient
- Dimension is 12.5” H x 9.2’ W x 11.6” D
- Item weight is 7.35 pounds
K-Select brews rich-in-taste coffee in multiple cup sizes (6, 8, 10, 12 oz.) The simple button controls and the sleek design makes this coffee maker your perfect morning companion. The coffee strength and intensity can be increased with the ‘Strong Brew’ button and thanks to the 52-ounce water reservoir, you can effortlessly brew 5 cups. A sensational cup of coffee is brewed in merely 1 minute. TheQuiet Brew Technology™ feature ensures that most of the noise is minimized during use. The brewer maintenance reminder feature alerts you when the brewer requires descaling. It provides a worry-free experience to the user by turning it off automatically.
- WHAT'S IN THE BOX: One water filter handle,...
- BREWS MULTIPLE CUP SIZES: (6, 8, 10, 12 oz.)....
- STRONG BREW: Kicks up your coffee’s...
If you are looking for a not-fancy single-cup coffee maker then K-Select can be your best option. The design is attractive and the comfort it brings is simply phenomenal. The cleaning part shouldn’t put off anyone because it can be easily washed. All in all, it is a good option for any coffee lover out there, and let’s not forget that the price is quite reasonable that provides strong & rich in taste brew along with comfort.
Cons
- Apart from the auto turn-off feature, there is no other available programming offer
- There is no temperature or display setting
- The internal water tank cannot be purged by the user
- Some users complained that the water reservoir is too small
6. Keurig K475 Programmable K-Cup Coffee Maker
Now, this model is all about flexibility. You can customize the amount you want to brew from a 4-ounce single-serving up to a 30-ounce carafe. You can also choose the temperature you like for brewing. The K475 coffee brewer is quite new to the market, replacing the now-discontinued K450. It seems that Keurig has addressed some of the problems with the K450 in this new model.
Features and Specifications
- 10.4 x 13.6 x 13.4 inches
- 5 different brewing temperatures
- K-cup pods brews 4, 8, 10 or 12 ounce cups
- K-mug pods brews 12, 14, or 16 ounce mugs
- K-carafe pods brews 22, 26 or 30 ounce pots
- Water reservoir holds 70 ounces
- Option to brew full carafe as well as single cups
- Custom Temperature setting
- Programmable auto shut off
The versatility of this model is its greatest selling point, but it does raise some questions. If you really want to be able to brew different amounts, using your own coffee and filters, and set the temperature, than what is the advantage of using a Keurig? Part of the appeal of the pod brewing system is that it produces individual cups of coffee on demand without much decision-making on your part. If you are really planning to use all of these customizable features, you may be better off with a more hands-on brewing system such as a good quality auto-drip machine or an espresso maker. However, if you are a die-hard fan of the pod system looking for some extra flexibility, this is a good choice among the Keurig Coffee Makers.
- What's in the box: 6 k cup pods and a water...
- Large 70 ounce water reservoir: allows you to...
- K cup pod brew sizes: (4, 6, 8, 10, 12...
Cons
- Short warranty period
- Built is a little fragile
This model has recently gained a lot of popularity and is proving to be one of the best product by the brand. The price is simply affordable and machine outputs a great tasting coffee in every shot. If you are a little fond of big screen and design, K575 is the big brother of this machine.
7. Keurig K-Cafe Latte and Cappuccino Maker
For the people in love with cappuccino and latte, Keurig has recently added a new member. People have long been upset with Keurig because it only brewed regular coffee. Now, things have changed. With K-cafe, one can brew a great cappuccino or latte and home with just a few push of a button, something similar to the automatic machines.
Features
- Dimensions – 17.32 x 14.17 x 14.41 inches
- Weighs – 14.02 pounds
- Brews – espresso shot and regular coffee of size 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz
- Dedicated buttons for cold, latte or cappuccino milk
- Travel mug friendly – can hold upto 7.2″ tall
- Frother is dishwasher friendly
- Can use any cup for espresso
- 60 oz water reservoir
The top interface is loaded with dedicated buttons for an espresso shot, then 6 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz, and 12 oz regular coffee. Just insert any k cup and push your desired drink. After that, the attached frother has 3 buttons – one for cold froth, the second for a latte, and the third for a cappuccino. That’s it, now pour over the milk over to your shot for your perfect delicious drink.
- COFFEE, LATTES & CAPPUCCINOS: Use any K-Cup...
- SIMPLE BUTTON CONTROLS: Just insert any K-Cup...
- LARGE 60oz WATER RESERVOIR: Allows you to...
Cons
- Espresso shot can be a little weak compared to professional machines
8. Keurig K-Elite Single Serve With Iced Coffee Capability
A new edition to the family, the K-Elite. It is one of the fastest selling product of the brand due to it’s added Iced Coffee functionality. It has a Strong brew option for people with bold taste. The large reservoir of 75 oz ensures less refilling rounds. What’s more with K-Elite, brewing temperature control, cup size control and descaling option for fuzz free brewing.
Features and Specifications
- 13.1 x 9.9 x 12.7 inches
- 5 different brewing temperatures
- Temperature control
- K-cup pods brew 4,6, 8, 10 or 12 ounce cups
- Can make Iced coffee
- Iced coffee settings
- 75 oz removable water reservoir
- Descaling option
Keurig K-Elite is one of the preferred coffee maker for many homes with it’s durable built and easy to operate interface. A great machine with a moderate investment that even gives you Iced coffee functionality. Also looks elegant anywhere.
- WHAT'S IN THE BOX: One water filter handle,...
- BREWS MULTIPLE CUP SIZES: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12oz...
- STRONG BREW BUTTON: Increases the strength...
Cons
- Short warranty period
9. Keurig In-Room Brewing System
If you are looking for a coffee maker that is specifically designed for the purpose of pampering your guests with great hospitality then you have no better option than K130 In-Room Brewing system. This easy-to-use, highly reliable, and low-maintenance brewing system is specifically designed for memorable hospitality purposes. Not entirely convinced yet? Well, we weren’t either but using this machine made us change our minds. Let it be the first cup or the fifth cup – with Keurig, you can expect a fresh cup of coffee every single time.
Features and Specifications
- Commercial grade brewer (hospitality)
- A single-use coffee maker
- Auto Turn-Off
- Mug sensor ensures that there is no accidental spillage
- Energy saver mode
- Comes with instructional graphics on the machine
- Easy-to-use and clean
- Low maintenance
- Power 700 watts and voltage is 110 to 120 VAC
- Product dimension is 10 x 7 x 11 inches
- Weight is 7.2 pounds
Keurig launched this affordable and highly convenient K-cup coffee machine for hospitality purposes. Even though there are several reasons why it is one of the best in-room brewers around, the convenience it provides is simply unmatchable. First of all, the step-by-step instructions on the machine made it super easy to use and even any guest can operate it without any assistance. The small size of this strongly built coffee brewer makes it best for tight spaces. The reason why this commercial-grade brewer has become the first-choice of many is that it creates no mess at all – there is no drip baskets or carafe to clean or messy filters to pick up, all you have to do is to remove the K-Cups.
The hot pressurized water and K-Cups make a freshly brewed coffee in merely 3 minutes. The mug sensor ensures that there is no accidental spillage. With Keurig K130, you won’t have to worry about cleaning glass pots or cleaning any messy filters. The single-use water reservoir is good enough to hold one 8-ounce hot freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea. This machine can be operated by a simple push-button. LED lights assist the user by indicating each step that takes place.
- Single-use Water Reservoir, Brews One 8-ounce...
- Fits approximately 4.5 inches coffee mug with...
- Heat times may vary depending on temperature...
Cons
- Its single-user water-reservoir is not suitable for some users
- It produces an inadequate amount of coffee per serving
- There is no reservoir to store hot water and this means that the machine has to heat a cup of water before final brewing
- It does not accommodate travel mugs
- Coffee grounds cannot be used with this machine
- There is no auto-start feature and this means that you cannot schedule a brewing time
10. Keurig K145 OfficePRO
As its name indicates, this Keurig machine is designed with offices in mind. It features heavy-duty construction and materials so that it can deal with a lot of daily use. In particular, you’ll notice that the power cord and pump are heavier and more robust than in the models intended for home use. It also allows users to customize their serving sizes, a great feature when several different people will be using the machine. This is one of the best brewer by Keurig in terms of durability and longevity in a feasible budget.
This is a perfect machine for a typical office where nobody wants to take responsibility for making coffee! It has a good sized reservoir, so you won’t have to refill it often, and it’s easy to refill and clean when necessary. It shuts off automatically after 2 hours.
Features and Specifications
- 16.7 x 15 x 13.6 inches
- 6, 8, or 10 ounce cup size
- 48 ounce reservoir capacity
- 2-hour automatic shut-off
- Not compatible with MY K-CUP filters
- Hot water option
As we have already said that K145 OfficePro is a great pick and also worth it if you are looking for a robust but affordable unit. Most customers are extremely happy with their purchase, and this model earned an average rating of 4.3 stars out of 5 on Amazon.com.
- Choice of 3 cup sizes (6 oz., 8 oz. and 10...
- Easy cleaning and refilling with removable 48...
- Auto-off turns brewer off after 2 hours
Cons
- Brews making some noise, so if you love silence, this might not be for you
- My K-Cup may not work with this
- A little costly
11. Keurig K155 Commercial Brewing System
This big, sturdy machine is designed to meet the needs of a busy office. It has a large water tank that you can refill manually or plumb directly to a water supply. You can use any Keurig-compatible pods with this brewing system, as well as refillable filter cups. It’s large interactive colored touch screen looks pretty much awesome. Be aware that My K-Cup is not compatible, although Solo filter cups and some others work fine.
The machine brews quickly enough to keep up with high demand: once it’s up and running in the morning, you’ve got fresh-brewed coffee in less than a minute. Also, it’s tough enough to withstand long-term heavy use.
Features and Specifications
- 90 ounce large removable water reservoir
- Choice of 4, 6, 8 or 10 ounce brewing size
- Remove drip tray to use travel mug
- Heats and brews in under 60 seconds
- One-touch brewing
- Purchase includes a 12 K-cup sample pack
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 16.3 x 12.9 inches
- Weighs 21 pounds
- One-year limited warranty
If having a large, high-capacity coffee brewing machine is important to you, the Commercial Brewing System is an appropriate choice. But it might be overkill if you’re only going to make a couple of cups per day, especially if you have a small kitchen.
The customer care of Keurig is very supportive. If you get a defected piece of brewer, Keurig is good about resolving these issues and replacing the units if necessary. People who have bought Keurig K155 are mostly happy with their purchase.
- Styled to impress, this Keurig coffee maker...
- Touch screen interface: An advanced full...
- Pour over water reservoir: With a 90 ounce,...
Cons
- Coffee can taste a little like plastic in the start
- Makes noise that ‘I am Brewing a Coffee’
- My K-Cup is not compatible
12. Keurig K3500 Commercial Coffee Maker
Keurig specializes in manufacturing best coffee brewers for home and commercial use. They have certainly come up with a highly advanced and efficient commercial brewing system that guarantees to brew a perfect cup of coffee every time. Keurig K3500 is specifically designed for commercial use and it has become quite popular in offices and why it wouldn’t be.
After all, it offers utmost convenience in perfect brewing that everyone loves. There is no wasted coffee and automatic K-Cup pod disposal features ensure that there is no mess to clean. When Keurig launched this coffee maker, they described it as “Our most advanced brewing system for large offices” and it is hard to deny what Keurig said because this brand has been making premium-class highly advanced coffeemakers for about two decades.
Features and Specifications
- Commercial use brewer
- Intuitive Touch Screen
- It has 5 brew sizes which vary from 4 oz. 6 oz. 8 oz 10 oz and the new size 12 oz
- Direct line water supply
- Dedicated hot water line
- Drainable Internal Tank
- Programmable
- Multilingual brewing instructions
- Adjustable temperature setting
- Continuous back-to-back brewing after every 60 seconds
- Holds 25 used cups
- Power 1,400 watts
- Voltage 120 VAC
- Weight is 37 pounds
- Product dimension is 18 x 17.4 x 12 inches
- NSF certified
The Keurig K3500 brewing system is specifically designed for large businesses and this full-featured brewer comes with a direct-water-line plumbing to provide continuous brewing in less than a minute. This means that it is a perfect choice for offices as it provides great coffee. With one touch brewing, a user can choose from four different brew strengths (mild 10 oz. to intense 4 oz.) along with a variety of beverages.
More on Features
It comes with an auto-eject feature which enables the user to drop up to 25 used K-Cups in the storage. The EmptyBin feature alerts the user to empty the bin when it is full. The drip tray is easy to clean and since it is connected directly to your water supply, the machine does not include any filter. It can be flipped up to accommodate travel mugs with fair ease. Moreover, it is easy to remove and dishwasher safe.
The Touch interface is easy to read and it walks you through the whole process of brewing with simple follow steps. On top of all this, the interface has multiple choice of languages for the convenience of the user (English, French, and Spanish). Keurig machines are known for noise-reduction technology and this brand hasn’t disappointed us here as well. The quiet motor of this machine ensures that all operations are conducted without making any unpleasant or loud noise. Unarguably, it is a heavy duty machine that is perfect for large businesses and offices.
- ✓ VERSATILE. 5 Cup Sizes including new 12...
- ✓ INTUITIVE TOUCH SCREEN. Strong Brew, brew...
- ✓ COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT. Available Direct...
Cons
- The price is high as compared to other Keurigs
- With such price tag, it cannot brew specialty drinks
Why People Love Keurig?
The market now floods with uncountable pod brewers but still Keurig coffee machines lead. The reason behind this success is ease of use, lots of flavor options to choose from and reliability.
Keurig coffee makers are built to give you a cup of coffee in a minute when you wake up. When we come out of bed, we are not in mood to grind and then perform a long process of drip or espresso making. What we need is simply a cup of coffee to breathe and feel good.
So, for that only, Keurig is there and that is why people love it!
Wrapping Up
So, the above were some of the trending models by Keurig that are loved because of their functionality. Recently, Keurig has upgraded many of it’s models to come up with newer needs and better usage. K-select, K-Mini, K-Duo are among these that are really doing well. The latest K-cafe has upgraded the concept of Keurig by added advantage of brewing espresso and cappuccinos.
Each and every unit above has it’s features, and therefore we suggest you to match your requirements with the model to pick one.
