Best Single Serve Coffee Maker Reviews and Buying Guide

Keurig are a market-leading brand in the world of one cup coffee makers.

Set-up couldn’t be simpler. The K55 takes 5-10 minutes to calibrate itself and you’re good to go.

Some coffee makers can be fiddly and awkward. With Keurig, you’ll have no such problems. Pop in a pod and use the handy button controls to choose your brew size. In under a minute, your drink is ready.

The removable filter gives you a little more flexibility. Rather than being restricted to pods only, you can also opt for your own blends if you prefer.

If you enjoy a cup of Joe, on the go, you’ll appreciate the stainless steel travel mug thrown in free of charge. Make yourself a piping hot drink for the daily commute.

With a generous 48oz water reservoir, you can get 6 cups in before you need to refill. It’s a smart move to clean your cup as soon as it’s done. If you put it off, it can be a bit of a struggle.

With no descaling functionality, you’ll need to get rid of the water by hand. Cleaning with vinegar is a good way to sidestep contamination.

For a budget maker that performs like a much more expensive machine, the Keurig K55 is tough to beat. Adaptable, powerful and allowing you a wide choice of beverage, the K55 brings the quality of the coffee shop into your home without breaking the bank.

Keurig continually strive to expand and improve their wide assortment of one cup makers and with the K-Elite they’ve doubled down on adding a little more scope for tweaking than you’d expect from a one cup machine.

You’ll have a choice of 5 cup sizes and you can fine-tune the strength and intensity of your beverage using the intuitive interface.

You can program your machine to come on and shut off so everything is fully primed when you get up in the morning or return from work later on.

The water reservoir can take almost 80 oz so you can rack up 8 large ones before you need to remove and refill the tank. If you need a simple burst of hot water, there’s a button for that, too.

The K-Elite is not just capable of hot beverages. If you want iced coffee the way it should be, hit the Iced button and you’re good to go.

As with all Keurigs, speed is uppermost and you’ll have fresh, steaming Joe in your mug within the minute making it the next best thing to instant but with a far deeper, richer taste.

The drip tray is also removable so you can slot in a larger travel mug fuss-free.

With many of the second-generation Keurig machines, the bar code technology tied you in to a limited selection of pods. You can happily use non-proprietary pods in the K-Elite giving you the freedom to choose from over 500 different brands.

The K-Elite is finished in a highly attractive brushed metal so it will look at home in any kitchen. Since it occupies such a compact footprint, you’ll be able to leave this machine out proudly on display without feeling cluttered.

For a single-serve machine with a difference, the Keurig K-Elite is tough to beat.

Our top choice maker without pods reviews is the enduringly popular Ninja giving you incredible choice at a price you’ll love.

Are you torn between hot and iced coffee? You don’t need to be any longer since you can get your drinks cold at the push of a button with no dilution.

And if it’s a steaming cup of joe you’re looking for, you can tweak the Ninja in so many directions it will feel like you’ve got your own mini-Starbucks at home but without the stiff daily bill. You can choose from 4 brew sizes depending on how much caffeine you want down the hatch, roll with a classic or rich brew and decide whether you prefer your drink black or milky then hit the button while the Ninja delivers.

Want to get even more creative? The Ninja lets you experiment with layered drinks that catch the eye and tease the taste buds.

No product is perfect and the Ninja is prone to dripping slightly while the reusable filter makes for a messier experience than if you used pods but you’ll get the shower of benefits a pod-free unit provides, so we think that’s a fair trade-off.

The unit has a sleek black and chromed finish means it will stand out in any kitchen so what are you waiting for?

If you can’t choose between enjoying full carafes of Joe or the convenience of a one cup, why choose at all? The Hamilton Beach FlexBrew offers you the best of both worlds. You can also opt for fresh grounds or K Cup pods for total versatility. As if that wasn’t enough, it’s incredibly value for money, too.

How To Brew K Cup Pods: Pour a maximum of 10oz of cold water in the reservoir on the right. Put the one cup holder into the opening with your K Cup pod added. Close the lid and listen for the snapping sound letting you know the needle has pierced the pack. Hit single serve then the Brew Now buttons and you’re good to go. For a stronger cup, press brew strength until bold is displayed

If you want the shotgun service of a one cup using either K Cups or fresh grounds and the convenience of brewing up an entire pot and leaving it to warm, the Hamilton Beach FlexBrew is the obvious solution.

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There’s a digital clock which is easy to read and fully programmable. If you want coffee brewed at a predetermined time, simply ensure the reservoir is topped up with cold water and punch in the time up to 24 hours in advance.

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Keurig is a household name in the industry and with just cause. They make top-notch coffee makers which, while not exactly cheap, don’t cost the earth either.

The core function of this maker is one cup so it’s ideal for anyone looking for a super-swift caffeine fix without compromising quality.

The large touch screen is a pleasure to use and perfect even if you’re not tech-savvy. The digital clock readout makes keeping tabs on the brewing time a cakewalk. You can punch in the time and make sure that your maker switches on or off precisely when you need it. Energy saving mode is a nice touch.

Using this machine couldn’t be easier. Just pop in your K Cup pods, punch the button and you’ll be drinking top-tier coffee in less than a minute.

You can tweak the strength along with the temperature so you can enjoy your cup of Joe just the way you like it without needing to head to Starbucks.

If you fancy brewing up a whole carafe instead, pick one up separately and harness your Keurig to make larger volumes on demand.

For a delicious one cup Joe without needing to take out a bank loan, give some serious thought to the Keurig K575. It delivers in fine style.

Next up is the VertuoLine from Nespresso.

Nespresso are a dominant brand in the industry and, although not cheap, their products offer performance and reliability.

While it isn’t cheap, if you consider the money you would otherwise spend in a coffee shop, the VertuoLine doesn’t seem like such a bad investment.

You’ll get either a dinky 1.35oz espresso or an 8oz coffee. The addition of the milk frother allows you to add cappuccino and latte to your repertoire.

A welcome pack of 12 Grand Cru pods means you can enjoy fresh Joe straight out the box. Up to 20 used capsules will fit in the container before you need to empty it. Take note that only Nespresso VertuoLine capsules will fit in this machine.

You won’t need to worry about tweaking settings. There’s barcode recognition in place. Whatever the type of Joe, you’ll get the optimum brew fuss-free.

The Nespresso VertuoLine is a maker that polarizes opinion. As you can see, there are a few drawbacks that we have honestly highlighted. Overall, though, if your budget will stretch to it and you’re an espresso fiend, the VertuoLine is well worth the investment.