However, the Keurig Slim doesn’t have the “Strong Brew” function offered by the K-Mini Plus, so it might not be the best option for you if you like robust coffee. Keurig claims that they Hamilton Beach utilize BPA-free materials in the manufacturing process. However, just like with other Keurig machines, I am disappointed that Keurig puts so much plastic in their coffee makers.
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.
The K Mini Plus has an average lifespan of five years when used once daily. And with regular maintenance and cleaning, you can ensure it functions well over that time frame. With simple operation instructions, anyone can use this product with ease. Select from Cuisinart Coffee the dropdown list the reason that most closely corresponds to your reason for returning the item, the package condition, and any comments you would like to make. You may return your item at any BJ’s Club location or by following the instructions below.
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.
You can even find compatible K-Cup coffee pods for brewing tea and hot chocolate. Keurig has many coffee machines to suit any budget, and while it’s always great to have a choice, many Keurig models are quite similar, with features that can be confusing. The K-Mini Plus has a pod storage container, which the K-Mini lacks. The container holds nine K-Cup pods, while you can slide it out while brewing and slide it back in when you’re finished.
This is great news for people who like drinking their coffee in larger volumes, or want to brew more than 6oz of coffee for whatever reason. With this coffee maker, it’s all about enjoying coffee, as opposed to indulging in the coffee brewing process. I did not need any advanced skills or knowledge in order to brew a neat cup of coffee. If you really like this model but you want a bigger water tank, they now make Keurig K-Slim. It looks exactly like K-Mini Plus, has 3 cup sizes, but comes with a 46 ounce removable water tank. This machine includes pod storage that slides right into your brewer to hold nine of your favorite K-Cups when you’re not using it.
For a small coffee maker, Keurig K-Mini 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.