Since the company was founded in 1998, Keurig Dr Pepper has proven that it can produce the high quality coffee makers that the world needs. These state-of-the-art coffee makers have not only graced many kitchens around the world, but have also proven to be the appliance that great restaurants need. These coffee machines are fast, easy to use and have great features that make coffee making a pleasure. Nevertheless, getting the best Keurig coffee maker is not easy. You have to spend some time researching before you get the right coffee machine.

To help you find the ideal Keurig coffee brewer that you are looking for, we have considered some important points. Features such as force control, water tank capacity, overall brewer dimensions, auto shut-off function and cup size selection are just some of the things we looked for. In addition, our review shows, among other things, the additional features you should look at before deciding to buy the brewer. In this section, we present items such as the number of servings, temperature selection and special attributes that include descaling functions and associated alerts.

Our research took us several months, during which time our team interviewed a number of coffee machine users, industry experts and coffee lovers. These people were invaluable in helping us to develop this unbiased information. Starting with a comparison table, an overview of the main product features, additional features and a detailed description of each item, we hope that this buying guide will help you find the coffee maker of your choice.

K-Elite coffee maker

The Keurig K-Elite takes the lead in our best Keurig coffee maker of the day for many substantive reasons. For starters, this coffee maker has one of the largest water tanks. The water tank has the capacity to hold up to 75 oz.

We particularly like this feature because it saves you a lot of preparation time. In fact, you can make up to 8 cups of well brewed coffee before refilling the water tank. This is a good thing as you won’t have to repeat the process of making more coffee for your family when you don’t have enough time in the morning.

There is a bonus in the packaging. The manufacturer ensures that you receive a K-cup. This is a 6-piece bonus cup that has a variety to allow you to weigh the amount of water you will use to make your coffee. You will use the same cup to drink the coffee.

Two filters are also included in the pack when you buy this machine. You have the freedom to choose how to use the filters. However, Keurig has put the filters in place to help you filter the water and coffee to maximise its taste.

The coffee maker is equipped with a temperature control. With it, you can set temperatures ranging from 187 degrees to 192 degrees. In addition, there is a strong brew button. With a simple press of this button, you can brew a coffee with the desired taste.

 

Neat K575

Do you have a coffee maker that you’ve been struggling with for years, perhaps because it’s not powered, only holds a small amount of water, or is slow to heat up? It’s time to upgrade to the Keurig coffee maker.

The Keurig K575 is indeed an upgrade choice because if you choose to buy it, all the complaints we raised in the previous paragraph will be quickly resolved. The coffeemaker has a staggering 80oz capacity. Our number 2 coffee maker holds 5 oz more water than our editor’s choice. With an 80 oz capacity, you will be able to brew over 10 large cups of hot coffee.

While other coffee makers only have one or two temperature controls, the Keurig K575 has 5. These controls are the reason why it will only take you a minute to brew a very hot cup of coffee, even if you are very late for work.

You’ve heard us call it an upgrade choice, right? Another incomparable reason to say so is that this coffee maker comes with a variety of nighlight colours. The purpose of these colours is to enhance the interior design of your kitchen. When the colours are set correctly, they illuminate different parts of the kitchen, making it really beautiful.

For easy stirring, this product is equipped with a digital clock. The clock is placed inside a large and bright colour touch screen.

If you don’t want to be in the kitchen when brewing, you can program your coffee maker to start and finish the job by automatically turning on and off when it has finished brewing coffee.

 

Keurig K-Cafe single serve coffee maker

Tired of washing your coffee maker by hand? This is the right option for you. This product is dishwasher safe. This feature alone will save you a lot of time. However, there are other reasons to buy this coffee maker. For example, consider the product’s automatic shut-off function. It will save you a lot of energy.

This item has been praised for its ability to brew drinks quickly and for short periods of time. All you have to do is set the time, press the button and wait for the machine to switch off. Once the coffee has turned off, you can comfortably empty the contents.

The 60 oz water capacity will allow you to make up to 6 large cups of hot coffee before you decide to refill the tank. In addition, refilling the water tank is quite simple as the tank is removable so you can first remove the tank, refill it, before putting it back in.

This product also comes with a digital control panel. It is easy to use the panel, whether it is day or night. When it is darker, the item has been equipped with illumination lights in the water tank. The light has the ability to illuminate the control panel where you can set your brew time.

To save you the hassle of rewinding and storing the power cord, the manufacturer has created a cord box in the unit’s cabinet.

K155 Office Pro

If you own a restaurant, catering establishment or prepare coffee for a large number of people, we recommend the Keurig K155 Office Pro. This product is one of the best commercial coffee machines Keurig has ever created.

You no longer have to struggle to turn buttons on or off, nor do you have to press many hard buttons. To make sure your family and visitors enjoy their cup of cappuccino, all you have to do is run your fingers over an LCD touch screen. The touchpad is very sensitive. You won’t need to use all your energy as you would by turning buttons every time you want to use the machine.

Although it is a bit pricey, Keurig claims that this product is “styled to impress”. We agree with the manufacturer of this product because indeed, the 90-ounce water capacity brewer can hold up to 18 large cups of beautifully brewed hot coffee.

The touch screen LCD display is in colour. This means that the machine changes the colour by itself. It also means that the machine can illuminate your kitchen in the colour of your choice.

For ease of transport and storage, this product has a quick and easy drain and store option. Of all the Keurig coffee makers, the Keurig K155 Office Pro has been given this unique capability. Now you can take your coffeemaker on the go if you’re always on the move.

 

Neat K-Select

This is another Keurig product that we love. It has some features that we would never have imagined for a coffee machine with a 52-ounce water capacity. For example, among other things, we liked the descaling reminder, a rare feature among the coffee machines we researched.

Where high-end, large-capacity coffee makers brew small amounts of coffee, this item comes with large 4-cup options. The options are 6, 8, 10 and 12 cups.

The product does not make any noise when it is switched on. This is a nice feature as other appliances are known to be noisy when running. You don’t want a noisy machine at 4am when you are trying to work.

While we liked many things about this coffee machine, we didn’t like the idea that it only makes 5 small cups and then you have to refill it. Nevertheless, if you live alone or have a small family, there’s no need to be alarmed. The five cups of coffee prepared are sufficient.

Thanks to its simple controls, making coffee is quick and easy for everyone. Simply insert a pod, choose a cup size to suit the number of people in the room, and in a minute your coffee is ready to be served.

We really like the fingerprint resistant materials used to create this product.

Inside the box you will receive, among other things, two filters and a 6 piece cup. These items are designed to help you get started with your coffee.

Neat K55

A coffee machine does not have to have several pod sizes to be considered a good coffee machine. This product only offers three cup sizes, but it is one of the highest rated Keurig coffee machines. It offers 6, 8 and 10 ounce cups, with the former being the most used. Remember to buy the appropriate pod, as Keurig only works with K-cups and may not be compatible with other pods.

Although it has a capacity of 48 oz of water, the brewer has the capacity to brew up to 6 cups. The other good thing about this item is that it is designed in such a way that you can remove the reservoir, making it easy to fill, transport, clean and store.

Cleaning your coffee maker is very important. To help you do this easily and thus increase the life of the coffee maker, the Keurig K55 is equipped with a descaling function. This function allows you to easily remove any harmful deposits, such as calcium, from the brewer.

The product comes with 3 different filters that will help you filter the water in the brewing vessel and ensure that the brewed coffee tastes good. In addition to the filters, the product comes with 4 K Cup pods.

If by chance the coffee machine has been switched on and left running for 120 minutes, the automatic shut-off function will switch the machine off. This is amazing because you are guaranteed to save energy.

 

Neat K-Mini

Are you an avid coffee drinker? If having coffee at home or in the office is not a problem for you, then all you need is the most compact, all-in-one coffee machine. The best part about this product is that it fits everywhere. Yes, whether it’s on your kitchen shelf, in your desk drawer or in your backpack, this item fits perfectly.

The coffee maker is not suitable for two or more people. It is ideal for one person. If you want to have several cups of hot coffee, you’ll need to fill the water to 12 ounces severely. We liked the fact that this coffee machine is compatible with multiple Keurig cups. It is important to note that these are the only cup pods that the coffee machine works with. Otherwise, it does not work with Rivo, Vue, K Mug and K Carafe pods.

The other thing we like about this machine is its power cord. To make sure you don’t have trouble storing it, Keurig has designed a 26-inch power cord. In addition, the company has created a large space in the corner of the brewer to store the cord.

Another unique feature is the removable drip tray. With the ability to remove the drip tray, which can hold up to 7 travel cups, you don’t have to waste time washing your cups after each use.

The brewer has an automatic shut-off function, which switches off exactly 1 minute 30 seconds after the last use of the brewer.

Keurig K-Classic coffee maker

The Keurig K-Classic comes last on our list of the best coffee makers, but it is our budget choice. It’s true that it’s the most affordable coffee maker on our list so far. However, if you look closely at the brewer’s capacity, some of its features and what our experts say, you’ll definitely agree that this is our budget choice.

Right now, you can get this 48-ounce water capacity coffee maker for only $70. Can you imagine having such a large coffee maker for less? Well, there’s another reason why this is a good choice, the latest features.

The descaling feature is one of the reasons we chose this product for our budget. Heavy deposits of calcium and other metals in your coffee maker are hazardous to your health and to everyone who uses the coffee maker.

The descaling indicator warns you when it is time to clean the coffee machine. With a simple unwarranted reminder, you are able to save your life and the lives of your loved ones.

If your brewer has been left on for 2 hours, the auto shut-off function does its job by ensuring that the brewer shuts down. This feature alone saves energy.

Using the machine is simple. Just insert a pod, choose the brew size and start brewing your fresh coffee. The result is the real taste of coffee.

Why choose Keurig coffee machines?

Keurig has long distinguished itself among its peers as a manufacturer of state-of-the-art coffee makers. As such, the experts who work with the company know in great detail what customers want. The other reason you should choose Keurig coffee makers is because of their extraordinary features. Take the 52-ounce Keurig K-Select for example. This product has a unique fingerprint resistant feature. The other item worth mentioning is the Keurig K155 Office Pro, a quality machine with a fully illuminated LCD touch screen.

In addition, the machines have descaling reminders, are easy to use and most of them have a very large capacity tank. You can also get a K-Cup carousel that allows you to store up to 35 single-use pods.

How do I make coffee with a Keurig machine?

Making coffee with a Keurig machine is perhaps the easiest and most exciting thing you will ever do. All you have to do is locate the wall socket, plug the brewer into the power source, place the pod in its place, choose your preferred cup size (which corresponds to the members present), and press the button. Within seconds, your natural hot coffee is ready.

Price tag

We have always stressed that the price you pay matters a lot. No matter how much you want something, if you don’t have enough money to buy it, you’ll still dream about it. The great thing about Keurig coffee makers is that you can get a quality coffee maker that fits your budget. Two of the items on our list cost less than $70. In fact, the Keurig K-Classic and K-Mini are priced very affordably.

Features to consider when buying the best Keurig coffee maker

Before you decide to buy a car, don’t you look at certain features? The same goes for buying a coffee maker. Different coffee makers have different features. Even Keurig products have different features. Let’s take a closer look at some of the important features you need to consider before calling it a deal.

The lines of the machine

Although not very accurate, the lines on the coffee machine will help you know or approximate the number of servings. The good thing about lines is that a number of lines on Keurig coffee machines correspond to the approximation of cups. We therefore recommend that you choose a coffee maker with many lines if you are a family person.

K-cup selection

This is one of the most important features when buying a coffee machine. The K, which defines the unique brand of Keurig cups, will tell you how many of these cups your machine will accept or be compatible with. The Keurig K575, the brewer we’ve labelled an “upgrade pack”, stands out in this regard. This machine can accept 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 22, 26 and 30 oz cups. This simply means that you can use the same machine to brew coffee for one person, 3, 8 or even 15+ people.

How fast would it brew?

You use a coffee maker because you want to save time. A coffee maker that takes you about 5 minutes to make a cup of coffee is almost useless. Fortunately, all of the Keurig products on our list take the least amount of time possible to brew coffee. Most of them take 1 minute to make a cup of hot coffee. Isn’t that what you want? However, brewing speed is important for commercial establishments that need to serve many cups of coffee simultaneously.

Strength and temperature selection

For many, the strength and durability of a coffee is in the choice of its temperature as well as its body. We agree with this criticism 100%. If a coffee maker has a lower temperature selection, say 30 degrees to 80 degrees, you will wait forever for your cup of coffee to boil. The Keurig K-Elite 75oz coffee brewer is a gem. The brewer comes with a temperature selection that ranges from 187 degrees to 192 degrees. This explains why the brewer heats up in seconds.

Water tank capacity

Do you have 5 cups of coffee in one sitting? Does your family enjoy having a cup of coffee together? If your answer is yes to both questions, then you should look for a coffee machine with a large water capacity. Interestingly, most Keurig coffee makers have a tank capacity of over 50 ounces. However, there are a few exceptions that are excessively large. If this is what you want, we recommend the Keurig K575 and the Keurig K155 Office Pro. These two machines have a capacity of 80oz and 90oz respectively.

Automatic functions

We can all agree that we live in the digital age, a time in history when the internet of things (IoT) has made it easy to communicate with many things. Today, it is possible to make coffee from start to finish without your physical presence. This is possible because of the automatic functions. Some of the automatic functions such as auto shut off allow your brewer to turn off when not in use. Keurig coffee makers such as the Keurig K575, Keurig K-Café and Keurig K-Classic are equipped with the auto shut-off feature, which allows these machines to shut down when not in use. This saves a lot of electricity. Some Keurigs even warn you when it’s time to clean the machine.

User-friendly

It would be wrong to buy a coffee maker that will take you days to master. The good thing about Keurig coffee makers is that they are simple and easy to use. With the advancement of technology, the company continues to produce coffee machines that are fairly easy to use. Suspect models such as the Keurig K55, K575, K-Classic and K-Café, among others, are equipped with a full LCD display, indicators and descaling reminders, features that make the job easier.

Noise

Nobody likes noisy gadgets. We all like machines that don’t disturb us when they’re running. A quiet coffee machine like the Keurig K-Select or Keurig K-Cafe is all you need. With them, you can be sure that even if they run all night, they won’t wake up your sleeping toddler or disturb your colleagues in the office.

Eco-friendly mode

It’s important to be concerned about the environment and other people’s opinions of the coffee maker you’ve just bought. Take for example coffee makers that overflow when they boil the coffee inside. They are not environmentally friendly! Some have long power cords that are difficult to rewind and store. Others work well but will blow your electricity bills. The good news is that we have the Keurig K-Classic and the Keurig K-Mini.

Design

Design is key, especially if you’re someone who is moved by the elegance of a coffee maker. Without a doubt, a well-designed coffee maker will add beauty to your kitchen’s interior decor, fit in its place and complement the splendour and tranquillity of a home. The Keurig K-Elite and Keurig K575 are our pick of the best designed Keurig brewers.

Guarantee

Which do you choose, the one with a one-year limited warranty or the one with a five-year warranty? The answer is obvious. A five-year warranty guarantees you good value for money. The advantage of the Keurig products mentioned here is that they come with generous guarantees. With such warranties, you are assured of repair and even replacement of your brew if the problem lies within the terms and conditions of the warranty.

Cleaning and maintenance of a Keurig single serve coffee machine

Cleaning and maintaining a Keurig single serve brewer such as the Keurig K-Mini is one of the simplest tasks one can do. The machine has a removable drip tray, which you can detach, wash with soapy water or wet dust and then replace.

You can also wipe down the cord storage compartment, clean the water tank with clean water and it is ready to use. Make sure all nuts and bolts are tight and the power cord is not bare.

If your machine has a descaling indicator, you will wait for it to alert you to clean it. This time, pour water into the container, heat it as if you were making coffee and then pour the water out. You should use the Keurig descaling solution as shown in the video below:

Our verdict

Although we liked something about each machine, we had to choose our top 3 Keurig coffee makers.

The Keurig K-Elite, our editor’s choice and the first place holder, has great features, the iced coffee program, sufficient temperature controls, and can serve a large crowd of people.

The Keurig K575, our upgrade pick and second choice, is a nice machine for you to consider. The coffee maker uses modern technology such as a full LCD display, an auto shut-off function and a digital clock.

If you’re on a tight budget, you should consider the Keurig K-Classic, which has a short brew time, descaling indicators and a removable drip tray.

With this information and these reviews, you are well on your way to finding the best Keurig coffee maker. You now have the freedom to find the coffee maker that suits your needs.