With more than 3,500 five-star reviews left by customers who’ve already added it to their kitchens and offices, it’s clear why the machine is a shopper-favorite. While only 5-inches wide, the K-Slim sits a bit deeper into your counter, but offers some advanced elements such as a multi-cup reservoir and multiple brew sizes. It’s a brilliant combination of slender size and high-powered performance. The Sboly is comparable to the K Mini Plus in size, and it actually weighs less. It has both plastic and stainless steel elements with a black and silver design that suits most kitchens.
Water reservoir – It comes equipped with a 46-ounce water water reservoir that can produce up to four 8 ounce glasses of coffee. The reservoir is positioned at the back of the machine. Travel mug friendly – The model has enough clearance to perfectly accommodate a 7” travel cup. This means that you don’t have to first brew your coffee onto a mug before transferring it to your travel cup. Cord storage – Included with the coffee maker is a small groove at the back of the device where you can fold the cable and fit it inside.
The Hamilton Beach Plus is part of the Coffee makers test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Single-serve coffee makers models like the K-Mini Plus are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Based on judgment by coffee experts, using brew volume of 5 to 6 oz. And, where available for a given machine, Colombian coffee.
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Overall, the K Mini Plus is an excellent design from a well-trusted and beloved brand in the world of coffee. It’s the ideal solution for anyone who has minimal space, lives on their own, and just enjoys a good, old-fashioned cup of coffee. Place your mug under the spout, removing the drip tray if necessary. Press the brew button and wait for your coffee to flow into your mug. Open the top of the machine and place your K-Cup inside.