Keurig Coffee Makers

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With Keurig models designed for everything from a tiny kitchen or a dorm room, an office or commercial location, or a busy family kitchen, Keurig has a wide range of convenient, attractive coffee makers for nearly every situation.

But is a Keurig right for you?

And what's the best model for your needs? Today we're taking a closer look at these popular coffee machines to learn more about Keurig models and make the best purchase decisions.

The number of ways to make coffee has never been greater. From ancient techniques for making stovetop coffee, to percolators and coffee presses invented in the last century, to drip coffee makers, specialty cappuccino machines and advanced coffee machines that grind and brew coffee with the touch of a button, we have never had a wider array of choices for every preference and every lifestyle.

Keurigs are among the most recent coffee-making inventions, and people love how quickly and easily they can make a cup of coffee when compared to other methods.

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When considering a Keurig, there are a number of factors that will weigh in your decision. Here are just a few:

While all Keurig models are different and have slightly different features, the most common advantages of Keurig coffee machines are:

Of course, Keurigs aren't for everyone, and they have some disadvantages as well:

As we can see, there are trade-offs for all that speed and convenience, but many people love their Keurigs and couldn't do without them. Further on in this guide, we'll look at some ways to offset the downsides of owning a Keurig, to help you make the most of it. But first, let's take a closer look at some of the different Keurig models.

If you've shopped for Keurig coffee makers at all, you've probably run into a lot of confusion with model names. There are so many model numbers, and so many discontinued models, or models that have been renamed and reissued, that it can be difficult to tell which models you are comparing.

For example, the K50 is a rebrand and re-issue of the K40. The K55 is an update of the K50 with just a slightly different design and all the same features, but the K50 is now sold by Keurig as “the Classic.” Unfortunately, the K55 is also sometimes referred to as the “K-Classic” as well, despite both products being on the marketplace at the same time.

The K200 was discontinued and reissued as the K250. The K10 was discontinued and is now the K15, and so on. In side-by-side comparisons, the range of feature differences on these models can be very slight, while the machines themselves can look very different.

Or they can look almost exactly the same, as with the K-Classic and the Office Pro (K145), with almost the same features, but a fairly steep difference in price.

Keurig also uses the terms “Plus series” and “Keurig 2.0” to differentiate newer models from “Classic” models. Initially, Keurig “2.0” models were designed to only brew proprietary K-Cups produced by the Keurig company, but the consumer backlash was so strong that the 2.0 series are now compatible with third-party K-Cups, just like the Classic series. 

So, from a consumer standpoint, when the Keurig 2.0 series was first launched, it made a huge difference in the kinds of coffee you could make in the machine. Now the 2.0 series still have the technology to only react to certain pods (and to Keurig Carafes), but the 2.0 designation is less meaningful because they will brew anything.

In order to resolve the discrepancies between model names and make sure that your Keurig really has the features you think it has, make sure you buy from a reputable dealer. This is particularly important if you are looking at the standard-sized K/B40, 45, 50, or 55, which are all extremely similar models, with slight, but significant, differences in features.

Here's a practical way to determine the essential features that differentiate among current Keurig models:

With this information, you can sort out some of the model confusion and narrow in on the features that matter most to you. Here is a feature comparison of the top Keurig models available today.

These Keurig coffee maker models are all designed to fit and work in a standard kitchen and a busy lifestyle, with a variety of features designed to simplify your morning. For a quick comparison, here are some key attributes of these models:

The removable drip tray allows you to brew coffee directly into your own travel mug or thermos as well as brew into a standard-sized coffee cup. The optional “auto off” feature allows the Keurig to turn itself off if it's left idle for 2 hours, saving energy, and it comes in black or rhubarb color. The K50 is the classic, all-purpose Keurig, and has won over thousands of converts to Keurig coffee.

The optional “auto off” feature allows the Keurig to turn itself off if it's left idle for 2 hours, saving energy.

Older K40 models only brewed two sizes of coffee, and older ones still only brewed a single 8-ounce brew size. The K40 Elite brews all three coffee sizes, so it's good to check which model you are getting if you choose a K40.

The K-Elite is programmable, so you can set it to turn itself on in the morning, saving you a few minutes of warming up the Keurig. The generous 75 ounce water reservoir on the K-Elite improves time between refills, while the wider range of coffee brew sizes and temperature settings help you get the perfect cup of coffee in the morning.

With the K55, you can brew all standard K-Cups, including coffee, tea, cocoa, and other hot beverages. The K55 also brews iced beverages, and all can be made in less than a minute. It brews 6-, 8-, and 10-ounce sizes of coffee, with a 48 ounce reservoir. 

The optional “auto off” programmable feature allows the Keurig to turn itself off if it's left idle for 2 hours, saving energy when it's not in use. This Keurig comes in black and rhubarb colors when sold by Keurig, but on Amazon you can also get it in white or blue.

Keurigs have a great advantage over other coffee makers when space is an issue. When you want to have fresh, hot coffee in a dorm room, bed room, or guest room, or if you need a coffee maker that will fit easily in a small home or RV, Keurig has several compact coffee makers that can easily meet your needs without taking up extra space. Here's an overview of the features in the more compact Keurig models.

The tall design accommodates travel mugs up to 7 inches high with the drip tray removed, making it a great size for commuters. The K-Compact does not have internal water filtering capability, unlike many other Keurigs, so, depending on your water, it may need more frequent descaling, or you may want to use filtered water when filling the reservoir.

The K-Compact is a good compromise between all the standard, Keurig Classic features and capabilities, streamlined to take up less space on your countertop.

The small size, range of attractive and bright colors, and ability to produce a lot of coffee in a short time make the K250 a popular choice.

It also has touchscreen controls, multi-language capability, the “strong brew” button, high altitude and water filter settings, and a slim design. However, the K250 is the recommended choice, because of the ability to use 3rd-party K-Cups and expand the range of beverages you can make with your Keurig.

The tall design accommodates travel mugs up to 7 inches high with the drip tray removed, making it a great size for commuters. The K-Compact does not have internal water filtering capability, unlike many other Keurigs, so, depending on your water, it may need more frequent descaling, or you may want to use filtered water when filling the reservoir.

The K-Compact is a good compromise between all the standard, Keurig Classic features and capabilities, streamlined to take up less space on your countertop.

A Keurig is a great solution to manage office drama around the coffee machine. Instead of constant disputes about who is supposed to make the coffee, or what flavor everyone likes, or who burned the coffee, or how strong it should be, a Keurig lets everyone make the cup of coffee they prefer and get back to work. Keurigs designed for commercial use are UL Commercial listed, unlike their household coffee makers.

Unfortunately, Keurig's refillable My K-Cup reusable K-Cups will not work in any of their commercial line of products.

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To go back to the naming confusion, there are two “Office Pro” Keurig coffee makers. This one, the K145 or B145, is almost identical to the Keurig Elite, with the only appreciable difference being the UL listing designed for commercial use, which also explains why it is more expensive than the Keurig Elite.

The better UL listing might make this a more durable option than the Elite, but it is in all other respects exactly like a Keurig designed for a home kitchen.

The Office Pro has the standard Keurig features:

This machine is not compatible with the refillable My K-Cup, which is a severe drawback. In a small office, with the same people drinking coffee every day, the My K-Cup is a great option to save money and protect the environment.

Since this model is so close to the features and capabilities of the K-Classic and K-Elite, but at a higher price, it might be a better choice to use a Keurig coffee maker designed for the home, but with the ability to use My K-Cups instead of disposable ones.

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The K155 is the Office Pro Premiere model, and it's truly designed for commercial use. With a massive 90-ounce reservoir, this coffee maker can keep a small office going for hours before refilling. This Keurig is loaded with features, including:

It's more powerful, durable, and robust than Keurigs designed for residential use, without taking up much more space on a countertop. Many home users love their Keurigs so much that they get the K155 for their kitchens instead of a household model, and find it more robust and durable than the consumer Keurigs.

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The K150 is a truly commercial coffee maker. It is National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) certified for use in foodservice, and has a 90-ounce reservoir, but is also capable of being plumbed directly to a water line so the reservoir never needs to be manually filled.

It has customizable brew temperatures, can operate in English, Spanish, or French, and can brew 5 coffee sizes. For the home coffee drinker, many committed Keurig fans have gone all the way to buying these models, and enjoy them for being more durable than residential Keurig models.

However, the K150 is only supposed to be sold commercially through authorized distributor: if a private person buys one on Amazon, Keurig will not provide support for the machine.

The current Keurig models with the best ratings, most happy customers, and strongest overall satisfaction are:

Customer feedback is important when weighing which Keurig is right for you, but those rankings may miss the latest and best Keurig features, or not account for specific needs and situations. To that end, we have reviewed all of the current Keurig models to make our recommendations based on the requirements and features that may be most important to you. Here are our top Keurig recommendations:

Whichever model you choose, you can't make the most out of your Keurig without some essential accessories.

In short, My K-Cup is a fantastic way to save money and protect the environment while having more control over the strength, freshness, and content of your Keurig coffee. There's just no reason not to get one.

Whatever Keurig model you choose, there are a few things you will want to do to set it up to operate properly. Here are some tips for the initial setup of your Keurig.

Remove your Keurig from the packaging and remove the shipping disc from the pod attachment. Save the box, the manual, and anything necessary to pack and ship your Keurig. The manual has great information for using and maintaining your Keurig, so it's worth reading. And you should at least keep the box until the warranty expires, because Keurigs do have a reputation for being unreliable.

Wash the water reservoir gently in warm soapy water, and wipe down the whole machine inside and out with a damp cloth while inserting the water filter, priming a charcoal filter (if applicable), finishing assembly, and placing the machine where you want it.

Fill the water reservoir with clean water, place a coffee cup under the spout, and run a brew cycle on your new Keurig without a K-Cup, just to rinse it out. Run the largest brew cycle you can, provided it isn't larger than the cup that will catch the water.

Your Keurig should now be ready for use!

Some Keurig models have an indicator light that shows when the unit needs a new filter or periodic maintenance. But even without an indicator in the coffee maker, you should plan on performing routine maintenance in order to preserve the life of your Keurig and to keep your coffee tasting delicious.

While you should gently wash your Keurig every week, cleaning the drip tray, reservoir, and pod assembly, you will also need to periodically do a deeper cleaning to descale the workings of the machine You should always be using charcoal water filters to keep excess minerals from building up inside your Keurig.

Because charcoal filters need to be replaced every 60 days, it's a good time to perform your other Keurig maintenance as well, just to make a habit of it. Here's how to do periodic cleaning and maintenance most efficiently.

The most common problem that people experience with their Keurig is that, over time, the volume of coffee produced decreases, or that the flavor of their coffee isn't as good. In nearly every instance of troubleshooting a Keurig, the first step is a thorough cleaning and descaling as described above.

If that doesn't work, Keurig suggests using a straightened paper clip to clean the needles in the pod assembly. Coffee grounds and debris frequently get trapped and build up inside the needles, and rinsing doesn't always work to clear them out, so poking a paperclip through them often helps dislodge anything trapped in there. Then perform another rinse cycle.

If that doesn't work, many Keurig owners find that “spanking” their Keurig somehow helps to restore function. It may seem counterintuitive, but Keurig lovers all over the internet have found that a spanking works to fix Keurig problems that aren't corrected by cleaning, descaling, and a paperclip. To “spank” your Keurig:

It is theorized that spanking helps to clear stubborn debris that may be trapped inside, or remove air bubbles from the lines, or just show it who's boss, but hundreds of internet commenters agree that spanking a Keurig can resolve a variety of issues.

Hopefully you've found the best Keurig model for your needs, and have your machine set up and functioning, but now it's time to address the next most important question: K-Cup coffee. What's the best?

Green Mountain owns Keurig (and Barista Prime, Cafe Escapes, Coffee People, Donut House Collection, The Original Donut Shop, and Tully's Coffee), so it makes sense that these products would be particularly designed to brew well and taste good in a Keurig machine.

When you are first starting out with Keurig, it's best to get one or more variety packs of coffees, so that you can taste and try different things and discover what you like best. There are dozens of different K-Cup variety packs available, and here is how best to use them while getting to know your Keurig:

Always use filtered or bottled water if possible in your Keurig. It prevents minerals from building up inside the coffee maker, reducing the frequency of descaling, and makes your drinks taste as good as they can.

For non-coffee beverages like cocoa or cider, the powders can settle in the bottom of the K-Cups and not brew properly. Always shake the K-Cup before inserting it into your Keurig, and make sure you hear the powder shake inside the cup.

If you are using your Keurig to alternate tea or cider with coffee drinks, run a rinsing brew cycle on your Keurig with no pod in between beverages. The flavors are likely to carry over from one beverage to the next, which isn't noticeable when brewing different kinds of coffees, but is noticeable with other beverages.

If you are using a tightly sealed K-Cup with internal pressure (reusable My K-Cups and some eco-friendly cups are not made in this way), particularly if you are at a higher altitude, or brewing non-coffee drinks on your Keurig, it is best to pierce the K-cup before closing the pod holder. To do this, press the K-Cup firmly into place until the bottom needle pierces the cup.

 Then close the holder and brew normally. Piercing the cup beforehand relieves pressure inside the K-Cup before closing the machine up, which prevents the internal pressure from “puffing” the cup contents upward, inside the top needle.

Instead, pressure is released downward, where the lower needle is protected by the filter inside the K-Cup. This helps to prevent clogs inside the needles, and prevents carryover contamination between different beverages brewed in the Keurig.

Many people complain that even at the hottest setting, Keurigs don't brew hot enough to make the best coffee. While only some Keurig models allow you to adjust the brew temperature, and most never allow you to brew at the optimal 195°-205° that coffee experts recommend, you can get any Keurig to brew a few degrees hotter.

Simply brew a hot rinse cycle (without a pod), forcing the machine to heat up and brew hot water just before you brew your coffee. Place your mug to catch the water from this warmup/rinse cycle, discard the water, and then use that cup for your coffee as well. Making the cup itself a few degrees warmer keeps more heat in the coffee instead of transferring the heat to the cup.

Brewing hot water first, and using that water to pre-heat your mug, will make your coffee brew a few degrees hotter than it would if the machine had been idle for a while, and give you hotter coffee to drink.

Back at the top of this guide, we discussed several of the disadvantages of owning a Keurig. However, as we have explored more Keurig models, accessories, and options, it's clear that there are easy ways to overcome these disadvantages.

There are a variety of easy, effective solutions to compensate for a Keurig's shortcomings and really enjoy the convenience of these popular coffee makers. Let's readdress these issues one by one.

Some people who want a big cup of strong coffee don't like the fact that in larger brew sizes, a Keurig simply adds more water to a pre-determined amount of coffee.

Some people want coffee brewed at a hotter temperature than the Keurig default.

Some people don't like that K-Cup pods may not have the very freshest coffee inside them.

The cost of coffee per K-Cup pod is more expensive than coffee purchased by the pound.

The internet is full of complaints that Keurigs frequently break down or don't last very long.

Over the years, K-Cups have taken a toll on the environment, and it's important to reduce the use of disposable plastics in order to take care of our oceans.

As you can see, the newer Keurig models and My K-Cup accessory are specifically intended to offset many of these drawbacks, as Keurig evolves as a company and strives to win over new consumers. Keurig wants to offer fast, delicious, convenient coffee without harming the environment, and they are continually evolving their product line and company practices in order to achieve those goals.

The wide range of Keurig models, features, sizes, and colors means that there is a Keurig on the market for nearly everyone. Following these tips will help you choose the Keurig that's perfect for you, and then make the most of your machine, for the best long-term function, most flavorful coffee, and easiest way of life every day. Enjoy your kitchen, your workplace, and your mornings more with your new Keurig.

Keurig currently stands as of the most well-known and high-quality coffee machine manufacturers for people who don’t want to invest in one of the other big-name brands, such as Nescafé. Their machines range from small units, intended for a single individual living alone, to larger machines capable of serving a larger family (Keurig 525c vs 575), and heavy-duty machines intended for use in small offices or busy homes.

Despite their success in the market, Keurig’s method of labelling machines can be confusing at times. There is now a wide array of machines available, with a numbering system that ranges from K15 through to K600. Understanding the differences between these models and what they’re good at isn’t always so easy. So, we’re going to compare 2 of the most commonly confused models, below; the Keurig K525C vs Keurig K575.

Because the numbering system is difficult to understand, we’re just going to focus on the most pertinent features of each coffee machine. Within each of these features, we’ll consider the pros and cons, the type of person that the feature is most suitable for, as well as potential alternatives to the product based on those key features. We’ll also look at where any differences lie between the two types of coffee machine.

On the surface of it, both the Keurig K525C and Keurig K575 appear to be the same, or very similar. Both machines feature a single physical button, which powers the machine on and off, as well as a LCD screen that's used for controlling the various functions that the machine offers. Both machines also have the water reservoir attached to the left-most side of the coffee maker, with a drip tray positioned beneath the coffee dispenser nozzle.

The means of inserting a coffee pod into the machine and brewing a hot drink is also identical. Lifting the handle on top of the machine reveals a housing for the coffee pod to be inserted into, at which point the handle is depressed and the brewing options become available. 

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For all the control that the Keurig K525C and Keurig K575 offer around tailoring your drinks, such as strength and temperature adjustments, your drink could still easily be spoiled by impurities within the water that you use to brew your drink.

And let’s face it; most people will be using water straight from the kitchen faucet for convenience and to keep costs down. Though bottled water lacks the same problems, it’s also very expensive to use in your coffee machine on a daily basis.

The solution to this is a charcoal water filter. This is an extra that you’ll typically see only in the more expensive Keurig machines, but it is one that both the K525C and K575 have. However, the K575 has 2 included charcoal filters, whereas the K525C only comes with one filter included.

However, if you’re into using specialty coffees brewed to an exact temperature, with just the right amount of sweetener, then your drink’s flavor could potentially be spoiled with simple, unpurified tap water. The Keurig 575 wins purely on the basis of having an extra filter included. 

They’re a completely optional accessory and aren’t included with all coffee machines, but it’s worth having them if you intend on using tap water to produce your hot drinks.

Conversely the Keurig K525C does not include any charcoal water filters. However, it has different accessories included within the box instead. Firstly, there’s a reusable filter called the ‘My K-Cup’ filter. This is not a charcoal water filter, but rather a reusable coffee filter that is placed in the K-Cup coffee pod compartment.

You can fill this filter with your own choice of ground coffee, rather than purchasing and using pre-packaged K-Cup coffee pods. This simply extends the range of drinks available to you when using this machine. 

The number of drinks varieties available for the Keurig coffee machine range is vast. With either of these machines, you’ll have access to an array of hot drinks selections, numbering somewhere around 500 or more to choose from.

This selection includes coffee, of course, but also tea, hot chocolate, and a number of other specialty drinks such as cold alternatives. This is true for both the Keurig K525C and Keurig K575, but the latter machine has a benefit over its counterpart.

As we’ve touched on already, the Keurig K525C includes a ‘My K-Cup’ coffee filter, which can be filled with fresh coffee grounds. So, if you’ve got a preferred blend of coffee, but want the enhanced convenience of a coffee pod-based machine, then you can fill this reusable filter up with your own coffee grounds every morning. It can then be cleaned out afterwards for later use.

In terms of alternatives, the rest of the Keurig range has access to the same number of drink varieties, though you’ll want to be careful with any machine that calls itself a ‘2.0’ machine. These machines have a built-in feature that will reject any coffee pods other than official K-Cups, limiting the number of pods that you can choose from.

If you’re sitting on an existing stash of non-brand coffee pods, you won’t be able to use them in these types of Keurig machines. The Keurig K525C wins this one for its ‘My K-Cup’ filter, which extends your selection. 

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Controlling the size of your desired hot drink is possible with both the Keurig K525C and Keurig K575. This is achieved through adjustments made on the built-in LCD screen, and regardless of the choice you make, the machine will only ever require the same type and size of coffee pod. Drinks sizes that can be selected include 4oz, 6oz, 8oz, 10oz and 12oz, with plenty of space for most mug sizes beneath the dispenser.

For larger travel mugs, you may be more limited with what you can fit beneath the nozzle. However, the drip tray on both machines is removable for easier access with tall travel mugs. This also makes it straightforward to empty out any spillage and clean the tray after use. Alternatively, if you’re a caffeine addict looking for an even bigger fix in the mornings, you could consider the Keurig K600, which can produce drinks sizes right up to 16oz.

It’s also worth mentioning that both machines can brew carafes of coffee, up to 30oz in size. For this feature to work, you need specialized coffee pods known as ‘K-Carafe Pods.’ However, the Keurig-branded carafe accessory isn’t packaged in the box with either machine, so you’ll have to either purchase it separately, or find a compatible alternative. 

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Many of the entry-level and cheaper coffee machines available in the Keurig range come with little in the way of additional functionality. By this we mean that they’re capable of brewing coffee straight from pod to cup, but don’t perform any additional tasks. Unlike such machines, both the Keurig K525C and Keurig K575 have two bonus functions that can come in handy.

Firstly, there’s the temperature adjustment settings. Whereas a kettle will always produce boiling hot water, either of these machines will allow you to choose from 5 different temperature settings. If you’re used to asking for your takeaway coffee to brewed cooler or just that little bit hotter, then you can finally emulate the same effect at home.

Secondly, there’s the ability to choose your coffee strength. Regardless of the strength that you take your cup of joe, you should be satisfied by the various settings offered by both of these machines. This feature is perfect for a larger family with multiple coffee drinkers in the home, as each person will likely have their preferred taste.

If you’d prefer a cheaper machine, then any of the other offerings in the Keurig family will typically come with a lower price tag, but you’ll likely sacrifice on strength and temperature control. 

Providing a final verdict on the comparison between the Keurig K525C vs Keurig 575 hasn’t been an easy task, owing to the fact that the machines share so many similarities. For example, they boast the same size water reservoir, brew the same sizes of drink, and both come with Keurig’s more recent addition to their coffee machines, the high-resolution LCD screen for controlling your drinks selections.

However, there are some differences to note if you look closely enough. Though both machines have access to a vast array of hundreds of drinks, you can expand this range by hundreds, if not thousands more. The ‘My K-Cup’ reusable coffee filter opens you up to the endless varieties of ground coffee that are sold across the world.

What’s more, the Keurig K525C comes with additional coffee pods to get you started. Whereas the K575 comes with 6 K-Cup coffee pods, the K525C comes with 12. This might not seem like a large difference, but given that the K525C can often be picked up for less than the price of the K575, it’s certainly enough to tip the scales in light of so many other similarities between the two machines.

Based on the above two points, it’s clear that if we had to pick a winner out of the Keurig K525C and Keurig K575, we’d pick the K525C. With just a simple, $15 accessory, it manages to expand the range of drinks available considerably. Either of these machines would be perfectly suited to a coffee drinker who likes to enjoy their drinks in a very specific way, with a variety of optional settings that will allow you to specify exactly how tall, hot and strong you’d like your coffee to be.

For coffee lovers around the world, purchasing the correct and perfect coffee maker to suit their needs is nearly as important as purchasing a new car. Many coffee drinkers who know their stuff always rely on a Keurig coffee maker to make their perfect brew. With a resume as long as Keurig’s and a list of approximately 50 models manufactured over 35 years (see Keurig k525 vs k575 as an example), it is easy to see why so many people love them.

Often, once you have used a Keurig you will always use a Keurig and not even look at another brand. The only downside with Keurig is they have a habit of taking an existing model and rebranding it with a new name. This often leaves shoppers confused and trying to find a difference between two identical models is frustrating and time-consuming. In most instances why they do this is not always clear. But they have repeatedly down it with any models over the years.

When we started looking into the difference between the Keurig k525 and k575 it quickly became apparent that in true Keurig style the two models are identical and that this was not going to be your average comparison; we had to ditch the long list of this machine offers this, and that machine offers that, simply because there are no differences between them in features or in looks and they are identical twins under different model numbers.

The Keurig K525 came first and was then rebranded to become the K575, why? Nobody knows, it is just the Keurig way. So, out with the long lists of differences and trying to determine which is best we will instead compile a list of features that both the Keurig K525 and K575 share.

As there are no differences between Keurig K525 and K575 they share all the same features. That does not mean that they don’t offer some great features. It is important to mention that the K525 is also available in the K525c model – the only difference being that the c model comes with the reusable K-cup included.

The K525 and the K575 are the top-of-the-range home coffee makers with the most features. Your next step would be an office machine. They have some impressive features and a great look that will add value to any kitchen.

The Keurig K575 and the K525 have a stylish and sophisticated design with 3 colors to choose from. colors. While they look stainless steel, they are made mainly of plastic, which is possibly one of my only dislikes.

They give you separate settings for the different beverages such as tea and hot cocoa and even mochas. The K525 was the first model, followed by the K525c and then the K 575have the Keurig 2.0 technology. They both feature a large 2.8” touchscreen and have a range of brew sizes from 4 to 30 oz. You can either brew a single cup or carafe which makes 4 cups at once also using the one-touch technology.

They both have all the cool features you would expect to find in the ultimate home coffee maker such as, temperature control, strength and altitude setting, auto on/off, color display with customizable wallpapers and colors; it also has a night light that you can adjust that helps you make your beverage with ease, even in poorly lit areas.

It must be noted that the temperature control that these models have are a great feature not found on many single-serve coffee makers; without it, the coffee just doesn’t seem to be hot enough. It also helps that you can have auto hot water to use when needing for other things such as making oats.

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The Keurig K525 and K575 coffee makers both have the strength control feature, which is a great feature to have on a coffee maker. The strength setting works by adjusting the time that it takes to make the cup of coffee.

A normal brew will take approximately 1 minute to brew, and you are ready to drink it, however, if you prefer a stronger cup of coffee you can use the strong setting to adjust it to your taste. The strength setting ability is what separates an average coffee maker from a great coffee maker and it is one of the most important features that many look for in a brewer.

Keurig brewers are made to be used at elevations up to 6,000 ft., however, the K200 and K250 models have a built-in altitude setting that adjusts the temperature and allows you to operate them with ease at higher altitudes.

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The large 2.8” digital touchscreen is one the most attractive features on these models. The screens are color screens with customizable wallpapers and color options that you can choose to get your preferred look. All the programmable features are operated and programmed from this display panel making it easy to use. Settings such as strength setting, temperature control, brew size, auto on/off and the digital clock are all found here.

Some people say that the large screen is an overkill and not necessary, however it is by far one of the coffee makers best features for me. I love the night light feature and the fact that the colors can be changed as you wish. The digital clock is a nice touch to the display and without it, the machine will not be able to allow you to operate the auto on/off feature. Any great coffee maker needs to have an auto on/off feature.

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As usual, the Keurig K525 and 575, like most Keurig models, are compatible with the simple and convenient Keurig 2.0 My K-Cup universal and reusable filter. This filter allows you to choose from a much larger variety of coffees and you are not only limited to the K-Cup pods that are on offer.
 
The Keurig 2.0 My K-Cup universal and the reusable filter is the only reusable filter that is approved to be used with all Keurig K-Cup coffee makers and they are so simple and easy to use. They are BPA free and are dishwasher safe, only put them on the top shelf of your dishwasher.

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The 80 oz. water reservoir is the largest water reservoir on any home coffee maker currently on the market. The large water reservoir gives you approximately 10 cups of coffee before needing to refill the reservoir. The reservoir is removable for easy filling and cleaning, which is extremely convenient. You are also able to fill it while it is still on the machine using the flip-top lid.

The K575 and K525 give you versatility and options when it comes to brewing size not often seen on a home coffee maker. The brew sizes are K-Cup Pod brew sizes: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 oz., Vue Pod brew sizes: 12, 14, 16, 18 oz., K-Mug Pod brew sizes: 12, 14, 16, 18 oz., K-Carafe Pod brew sizes: 22, 26, 30 oz. Whether you want a quick single-serve cup of coffee or a round of after-dinner beverages at your next dinner party, the K575 and K525 will deliver great-tasting coffee in record times.

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Both models are compatible with some Keurig K-cups and some non-Keurig branded K-Cups. The Keurig 2.0 technology machines are able to differentiate between different brand K-Cups and some brands will work and some will not. It is not clear which brands specifically don’t work but they are able to differentiate by reading the lid of the pod.

If you prefer the coffee or any other beverage from another brand you do have the option of using the Keurig My K-Cup universal and reusable filter which gives you even more options. 

This is what it always comes down to with most identical Keurig models that have been rebranded. The machines are always identical in looks and features, however, the difference is usually what you find in the box. With K525 vs K575, the difference is a water filter starter kit. If you already have a water filter in your home it may not be worth spending the extra few money for the K575.

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Both the Keurig K575 and K525 have very few shortfalls. It is a top-of-the-range home coffee maker with all the bells and whistles that you can expect from such a great coffee maker. The one thing that always stands out for me, and as I am not aware of anyone having any issues with this, so it is just a personal preference, but most Keurig models are constructed using mainly plastic. The plastic is colored to look like platinum stainless steel and even aluminum, but it is just not the same to me.

Also, with such a full house model that has all the versatility and abilities that you could possibly need it would have been a nice extra touch if Keurig had included the carafe instead of making it an extra purchase. It should also be noted that only Keurig brand carafes are compatible so don’t try and purchase a cheaper brand to save a few bucks because it will end up costing you.

No matter which model you choose to purchase you can be assured of a great quality coffee maker. There is a reason why Keurig is the favored brand when it comes to coffee makers and it is because that even though they tend to confuse us with the identical machines with different model numbers, there coffee makers are all of the highest quality and offer you great value for money.

As we have already stated, one of the main problems that a lot of different people have when it comes to purchasing a new single-serve machine or upgrading an old one is the fact that they have so many different components.

Some single-serve machines are incredibly advanced and others only include a single button to press. The models that we are looking at today are both advanced, but they are both also incredibly easy to use as long as you know what you are doing with them.

If you already have an idea of the sort of features that you are looking for, then you should already have some idea as to whether or not either of these two products is the right option for you. If you’re not sure what you are looking for, then we are going to be breaking all of the different components down for you.

In order to break all of these different components down into manageable chunks, we are going to be comparing both the similarities and the differences between the Keurig K500 and the Keurig K550. There are quite a lot of similarities, given that these models are both part of the same product line, but there are only a few key differences.

Remember that only you can decide which components are the components that you should be looking for. Try to think about why you want to purchase a single-serve coffee machine and your answer should tell you which components to look for.

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One of the first things that you need to be aware of is the fact that both the Keurig K500 and the Keurig K550 are incredibly easy to use. We have noticed that a lot of people worry about purchasing single-serve brewing machines that are advanced because they think that they will be difficult to use, but the reality is quite the opposite.

Once you get used to the touch screen using one of these will be just as easy as using one that works with buttons. One of the only things that you might struggle with to start with is all of the different settings.

Finding out exactly which settings you like the most can be a little bit difficult, but once you have found them you won’t want to drink another drink again. The strength and temperature of you brew can both be tailored to meet your needs.

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We can only advise you when it comes to what size cups you should be using with both the Keurig K500 and the Keurig K550. Keurig themselves advise that you use a cup that is no smaller than 4 ounces in size and no larger than 30 ounces in size. This might sound like a good thing, but you could also remove the removable water tray and fit much larger cups and travel cups underneath your single-serve appliance.

One of the best things about the Keurig K500 and the Keurig K550 is that they give you complete control over your brew. You can control the strength of your brew by simply adjusting your settings. This is a really good thing because the only way to control the strength of your brew with other appliances is by using either a smaller or a larger cup, depending on whether you want your brew to be stronger or weaker.

If strength control is something that you are interested in, then you should also be aware of the fact that both of these models can read the lids of K-Cups. By reading the lids they know exactly what temperature to use and how much water to use to make sure that you get the most out of every single brew that you drink.

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Another thing that you can control with both the Keurig K5​​00 and the Keurig K550 is the temperature of the brew that you are going to be drinking. This means that you can avoid burning your coffee and you can make sure that your drink is a drinkable temperature straight away, rather than waiting for it to cool down. It is worth noting that the Keurig K500 does splash a little bit while it is brewing so you might want to step away if you are using boiling hot water.

One of the hardest things to find on single-serve appliances is a high altitude setting, but both of these models have one. A lot of appliances cease to function as soon as you reach a few thousand feet above sea level, but these models work perfectly up to 6,000 feet.

It is worth remembering that pressure builds up when you are at a higher altitude. This means that you will have to pop a tiny hole into any K-Cups that you might be thinking about using. Otherwise, the pressure inside of them would just continue to build up and build up until they pop. 

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The Keurig K500 and the Keurig K550 both come with removable water reservoirs that have a maximum capacity limit of 80 ounces. 80 ounces is a lot of water for a water reservoir to hold. This sort of size would be perfect for an office environment because it would enable a lot of different people to make drinks before the single-serve appliance would have to be refilled.

If you are only making drinks for yourself or for a few people, then you should probably look into something a little bit smaller. It is highly unlikely that you would need the full capacity that the K500 and the K550 would be able to offer you.

While this key difference will be important to some people, it won’t affect others at all. Both of these models can still be used with Licensed Keurig 2.0 K-Cups, K-Mugs, K-Vue and K-Carafe Pods. It is worth noting that neither of these models can be used with unlicensed K-Cups like some Keurig appliances can.

Both of these appliances are appliances that most people would benefit from owning. They offer you the ultimate user experience. You can change the strength of your brew, the temperature of your brew and the amount of liquid that you want in your cup just by touching buttons on your touch screen. You don’t have to think about what cup size you should use to make sure that your brew is nice and strong or to make sure that it isn’t too strong.

You can also benefit from using the high altitude settings that are present on both of these appliances, should you ever get the opportunity to. It is really rare to see high altitude settings on affordable appliances so you should aim to make the most out of them if the opportunity to should arise. Just remember to pop little holes into your K-Cups first to make sure that the pressure inside of them doesn’t build up too much.

Try to remember that you are the most important factor in the equation. Do you want to use the K-Carafe? Do you want to be able to control the strength and temperature of your brew? Do you want to use a touch screen first thing in the morning? Do you need hot water to be available on demand or would you just like to drink coffee and other beverages? Your answers to these questions will help you work out which model is the best option for you and which ones you should leave alone.

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Before we begin, one thing that you should be aware of is the fact that most single-serve brewing systems come with a multitude of different components, but the features and components that are present on the Keurig K425 and the Keurig K525 are incredibly similar to each other. Both of these single-serve appliances are part of the same product line, with the K525 being a step up from the K425.

If you already know which features you are looking for, then choosing between the Keurig K425 and the Keurig K525 should be an easy enough thing for you to do. But, if you don’t know which features you are looking for, then you should stick around because this article will help you work out exactly what you want.

You also don’t have to worry about the quality of the features that are present in Keurig Green Mountain single-serve brewers because as a company, they know exactly which features to use and when to use them. Years of experience have taught them what consumers are actually looking for and what consumers can benefit from.

In this article, we are going to be taking a look at some of the key components that Keurig Green Mountain have chosen to include in both the Keurig K425 and the Keurig K525. Keurig are known to be practical, but there are some flashy features on both of these products that you should be aware of.

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One of the first similarities that we are going to be talking about is the fact that both the Keurig K425 and the Keurig K525 are controlled using touch screens. These touch screens display color instead of black and white. The one on the Keurig K425 measures 2.4” and the one on the Keurig K525 measures 2.8”.

The color touch screen can be used to adjust all of the different settings on these single-serve coffee makers. These include customizing the clock that is on the screen, customizing the wallpaper that is present on the screen and setting the brewer up as a night light as soon as the clock hits a certain time.

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Compatibility is something that you should always think about when you are buying a single-serve coffee maker. You need to know what you can and can’t use with it so that you know what products you will have to buy to use it. Keurig have an online marketplace of all of their different products so that you can see whether or not any of their beverages suit your tastes.

Both of these models can be used with Keurig 2.0 Licensed K-Cups, K-Mugs, K-Vue and K-Carafe Pods. Being able to use all of these things gives you a lot of different options when it comes to the types of beverages that you would like to drink. The K-Cups themselves come in the form of different types of coffee, tea, cocoa and an array of other things.

Whether you prefer tiny cups of coffee or giant cups of hot chocolate will not matter at all with either the Keurig K425 or the Keurig K525. They can both be used with either tiny cups or giant ones because they both have a size range of 4 – 30 ounces when it comes to the types of cups that can be used with them. This is because they both come with removable drip trays.

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One of the worst things about the original Keurig 1.0 single-serve models is the fact that the strength of your brew is determined by the size of the cup that you decide to use. You don’t have to worry about that at all with these Keurig 2.0 models. You can adjust the settings so that your brew comes out exactly how you like it. Regardless of whether you prefer a weak drink or a strong one.

Strength isn’t the only thing that you can control with the Keurig K435 and the Keurig K525. You can also control the temperature of your drink and the temperature of any hot water that you get out of your single-serve brewing machine. This means that you won’t have to risk burning your coffee beans or not being able to drink your drink straight away because it feels like a cup of hot lava.

One thing that you don’t usually get to see on a lot of different single-serve brewing machines is a high-altitude setting. Luckily, both the Keurig K425 and the Keurig K525 have high-altitude settings. These enable you to make warm drinks up to 6,000 feet above sea level. You should note that you might need to puncture your K-Cups in advance if you are in an elevated location. Otherwise, some of the pressure that could build up inside could cause the K-Cup to burst.

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One of the first differences that you should be aware of is the fact that the Keurig K425 does not come with a water filter starter kit in the box. But, you would be able to purchase a water filter kit separately if that was something you were interested in doing. Water filters are incredibly useful, especially if you live in a hard water area.

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Another thing that the Keurig K425 does not come with is an official Keurig carafe. A carafe is not an essential, but it can be useful to have a carafe if you have to make drinks for a lot of different people at once. You simply have to use the carafe instead of changing the cup every 30 seconds or so to make a drink for another person.

Carafes can be wonderful things to have in the summer because you can use them to make a lot of iced coffee or iced tea at once and take it outside in the carafe so that your friends and relatives can help themselves. You could also use a carafe in office meetings so that you don’t have to get someone to come into the meeting with drinks whenever people are thirsty. 

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The water reservoir size on the Keurig K425 is slightly different to the water reservoir size that can be found on the Keurig K525. The K425 has a maximum capacity of 70 ounces, while the K525 has a maximum capacity of 80 ounces. Having a massive water reservoir capacity can be useful, but there are also smaller options available if you don’t plan on using all of that water at once.

We can’t deny that both of these products are brilliant. While there are a few differences between them, they are mostly differences that can be remedied by buying separate attachments. If you are on the market for a relatively advanced single-serve brewing machine, then you would benefit from owning either of these models.

The main differences between both of these products include the size of the water reservoirs that they both feature, whether or not a decanter-like Keurig carafe is included with the single-serve appliance and whether or not a water filter is included with the single-serve appliance. Only the Keurig K525 comes with a Keurig carafe and a removable water filter.

If you think that you would prefer to own the Keurig K425, then you could always purchase a water filter and carafe separately. Water filters aren’t always a necessity, but you should think about buying one if you live in a hard water area.  

Whether or not you will benefit from having a larger or a smaller water reservoir depends on what you plan on using your single-serve brewing appliance for. If you know that you are going to have to regularly make drinks for a lot of people, then having a larger water reservoir will probably be beneficial. But, if you are only going to be making drinks for a few people, then you don’t really have to worry about the size of the water reservoir.

Both of these models can offer you a lot of different components that have been optimized to meet your needs as a user. You can decide how strong you want your brew to be and you can choose how warm you want your brew to be. Or, you can let either of these models read the lids of your 2.0 Licensed K-Cups so that they know what the best temperature to use is.

It is rare to see high-altitude settings on coffee machines that are as affordable as these. Anyone who lives at a higher altitude would benefit from owning one, as would anyone who regularly hikes, camps and enjoys home comforts. Remember that you will have to puncture your K-Cups before you use them if you are at a high altitude, otherwise the pressure inside of your K-Cups could quickly begin to build up.