Keurig is partnering with industry experts to incorporate more recycled materials into its manufacturing, so expect this to be just the beginning of a larger trend. K-Mini Plus coffee makers are available in five colors to suit any decor, from practical to wild. You can choose between matte black, cardinal red, evening teal, studio gray, and matte white. It’s an attractive and sleek design, with the chrome accent on the drip tray definitely classing it up versus the K-Mini. Better yet, the Keurig K-Mini coffee makers work with the My K-Cup refillable pod.
Reservoir – The fixed 46 oz reservoir placed at the back of the machine can easily be accessed from the top easing the refilling of water. It can also produce several coffee cups without the need to refill before every brew. Multiple cup sizes – This model offers three cup size options. This lets you choose the amount of coffee you like without wasting or compromising flavor. One cup reservoir – The device comes with a one-cup reservoir that you will need to refill each time before making a cup of your favorite drink.
Reflects the ability to produce weak to strong brews using controls and varying the amounts of water and the number of beverage packets. The K-Mini Plus has a chrome accent on the drip tray. This is primarily an aesthetic difference, but it does give the Plus a more premium Hamilton Beach feel. We would certainly recommend this product to anyone who doesn’t mind spending a couple of extra bucks. It’s reliable, produces quality coffee, and looks great on your countertop. The temperature of the brew consistently sat between 160 and 170 F degrees.
Simply rinse your filter when your coffee is done and you’re ready for the next round! Same great taste as brewed coffee but quicker and cheaper! Keurig Mini’s Reusable Filters are the best choice for a productive morning. If you’re comfortable investing a few extra bucks, the K-Mini Plus is clearly the better of the two machines.
I’ve also added the K-Mini Plus to my list of best Keurig coffee makers this year because it is one of the cheapest Keurigs that offers a strength selection. Paired with the ability to make 6-7oz cups of coffee a strong button means this machine can actually make great tasting coffee for a k-cup brewer. We’ve found the K Mini to be one of the best Keurig coffee makers produced by the company.
There’s a lot to like, from space-saving and thoughtful design elements to the added versatility and convenience of the K-cup pod brewing system. You can see brewing capacity as a pro or a con, depending on your lifestyle and the demands you place on your coffee machine. If you’re shopping for a machine that will brew your morning cup of joe and aren’t looking for much else, this machine will get the job done. When you’re shopping for your next coffee machine, one major consideration is whether it’s built well and will last you a long time. With the Keurig K-Mini, you don’t have to worry about too many electrical components malfunctioning or glass carafes breaking.
That’s not terrible, but it is below what experts consider the perfect brewing temperature. This temperature also gets lower if you try to brew one cup immediately after another. You can expect to have a full mug within just five minutes. This is a quick-setup, fast-acting machine that shaves valuable time off your morning routine.
Despite the fact that it’s made from plastic, the design of the machine does not impact the taste. Because it uses K-Cups, the coffee is already perfectly ground and measured for the ideal cup of joe. The steps are as simple as inserting the cup and hitting the “go” button.
This is absolutely critical for those who need that extra kick in the morning. The K-Slim also doesn’t have the pod storage container and is only available in black. This contrasts with the K-Mini Plus, which is available in six colors and has a container.
You won’t find a timer or clock, and there’s no way to program sizes or brew strengths. When we tested it, we also found it to be pretty noisy, which the sleepyheads in your family may not appreciate. You’ll find the small 12-ounce water reservoir in the back. Conveniently, it has transparent sides so that you can see how much water you’ve added. This can be a little hard to see from the front, however.