Perfect for the coffee lover who prefers a bolder coffee. It brews coffee a little slower than I thought it would. It makes a nice single cup of coffee for me each morning as I start my day. The water reservoirs of both machines are the same size, offering a minimum of 6oz and a maximum of 12oz. There are water level marks on the side to determine the volumes, making filling the water tank straightforward.
But it might not be the right choice for those who drink many cups a day or those who want more control over their brew. Like all other Keurig machines, the Keurig Mini uses K-cup pods. These pods are widely available, Keurig K-Mini and you can find them anywhere coffee is sold. If you are going to buy a single-serve Keurig machine then you may as well spend the extra money to get one with removable parts that make it easier to clean.
For a small coffee maker, surprised with some of the solutions and features. Just like with K-Classic, I wish there were options to control temperature or strength of coffee. The primary goal of Keurig brand coffee machines is to make brewing coffee as fast and convenient as possible.
The K Mini Plus takes up next to no room with its 5-inch width. While other coffee machines are large and bulky, this machine sits almost unnoticed in tiny spaces. It’s also lightweight, so it’s easy to move around or pack up for your next move. Overall, we do think Keurig stamped the price tag a bit too high on this one. This machine is certainly simple and convenient, but there are many other coffee makers in the same price range that have more features and functionality. Still, Keurig machines can suffer from impractical brewing methods that result in a stale-tasting cup of coffee.
The K Mini Plus is definitely on the more expensive side of the aisle, so it may not fit into a tight budget. Even if you love everything about the machine, there may be a cheaper option available to you. The K Mini Plus operates pretty Hamilton Beach quickly, so it’s still doable, but you won’t be able to set a timer for yourself. Finally, the K Mini Plus will automatically turn itself off after 90 seconds of brewing, so we love that it conserves energy and avoids overuse.