Neither the k mini / k slim models are capable of making complicated drinks like a latte / cappuccino. You do have a choice of different flavors from the various K-pods available. If you have your special blend available, be sure to get the adapter to use your own coffee grounds. Simple buttons – The control buttons are very easy to use a situated on top of the k mini coffee maker. The buttons also have LED backlights so you don’t have to worry about flicking on all the lights before using it.
More and more coffee lovers like to prepare their daily coffee with a K-cup single-serve coffee maker for convenience. Indeed, it would be hard to find an alternative to either the K-Mini or K-Plus that is so affordable and compact and makes freshly brewed coffee in a minute at the touch of a button. Both machines brew coffee identically and have the same water reservoir capacity.
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. The Keurig Mini is compatible with all regularly-sized K-Cup pods. It doesn’t work with K-Carafe, K-Mug, Vue, or Rivo pods.
When you press the strong button the brew flow is slower resulting in a longer brew cycle but a more complete extraction – dare I say strong or bold. Both machines are also very small and take up very little real Hamilton Beach estate on your kitchen cabinet. I’ve included the K-Mini on my list of smallest k-cup coffee makers. It’s the more expensive option on the list but it’s probably made to a better quality than the others.
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.
Its taller design is sleek and simple, hence it’s very easy to navigate and use the functions. So, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to finding the home machine to fit your kitchen counter. The Keurig K Mini Plus version also comes in cardinal red and evening teal too.
You can enjoy delicious coffee in your office or even in an RV. Also, the machines each have a 24in the cord, which fits snugly in the cord storage at the back. Nevertheless, if you value convenience, you would do well with the Keurig K-Mini. Fill the water tank up, pop in a pod and leave your mug on the drip tray for a minute.