Best Cheap K Cup Coffee Maker

If you love to have your dose of caffeine before you start your morning routine, then a K Cup coffee maker can be the perfect solution for you. These handy machines use coffee pods to brew fast, single-serve portions. Here are some of the best K Cup coffee makers that are not only convenient but also budget-friendly.

Overview

We reviewed five different K Cup Coffee Makers that we thought were able to make brilliant coffee and offered exceptional value for money.  While all five models come with great features, two of them deserve a special mention.

Our top choice out of the five brewers is the CHULUX Single Serve Coffee Maker Brewer, and for multiple reasons. First and foremost, it is truly a single-serve brewer. There is no fussy measurement of water or wasting perfectly good coffee. You just fill the reservoir, and that’s the amount of coffee you get.

Another reason we recommend this coffee maker is its compact size. It can fit in any kitchen, and you can even take it with you on your travels, so you are never left without your personal cup of hot brew.

The second K Cup coffee brewer we have singled out is the InstaCoffee Single Serve Coffee Maker. True to its name, this machine will provide you with your single serving of hot coffee in a matter of seconds. It’s perfect for busy schedules, whether you work from home or in an office.

Join us as we look at these two models in further detail while also checking out three others that may be more suited to your needs.

Our Selections

1. CHULUX Single Serve Coffee Maker Brewer

If you are one of those people who often find waking up before their first coffee in the morning very hard, you will love this CHULUX brewer. The only thing you will have to do in the morning is to push a button, and your hot brew will be ready in less than 3 minutes.

The same is true if you need some caffeine to spruce you up at any time of the day and regardless of where you are. With this machine, you will never have to wait for your coffee anymore.

Due to its compact size, this CHULUX coffee maker can easily fit into any space, including offices and tiny apartments. Not only that, you can even carry with you on your trips to ensure you always have your perfect pods wherever you go. It’s great for those who travel for work frequently and need coffee to fuel them on their way.

However, the best feature of this brewer is that it holds the exact amount of water you will get in your cup of coffee. You won’t have to worry about wasting energy or a good roast anymore or having it cool in multiple cups. And when your coffee is brewed, the machine turns off, further reducing energy waste.

You can also go ahead with your busy routine without needing to deal with the cleanup. If there is any spillage, you can just take out the tray, rinse it off, and put it back in a matter of seconds.

Highlights:

• Small and lightweight
• User-friendly operation
• Boils water in 3 minutes
• Turns off automatically
• Removable tray for easy cleaning
• Reservoir for one single dose
• Safe lock design

2. InstaCoffee Single Serve Coffee Maker

An incredibly fast coffee maker, this InstaCoffee brewer delivers the perfect cup of coffee in less than half a minute. It has a 14oz reservoir, the maximum amount of coffee you can get in one brewing, which is also the size of standard travel mugs.  For this reason, your one single cup of coffee will always be the perfect temperature.

At the same time, you can also experiment with putting less water in the reservoir and get a more prominent flavor profile or more for a milder one. You can have your coffee when you want it and exactly how you want it.

If you prefer to use grounds instead of K cups pods, this InstaCoffee brewer has you covered there as well. It comes with a reusable filter which you can use for your favorite grounds or even loose-leaf tea if you want to.

This machine also comes with a handy self-cleaning mode to help prevent limescale build-up, which often happens in similar products. The drip tray is easy to clean, as you only have to remove and rinse it. Meanwhile, the narrow profile will ensure the machine won’t take up much space whether you use it in your kitchen, dorm, office, or hotel room.

Highlights:

• Fresh coffee in 30 seconds
• One-touch operation
• Uses both K Cups and grounds
• Narrow profile
• Adjustable intensity
• Self-cleansing feature
• Comes with a reusable filter

3. Hamilton Beach FlexBrew

This Hamilton brewer makes it easy to personalize your cup of coffee anytime you want to. You can even adjust the amount of water it uses. This includes a single-serve 10oz cup of coffee made from a pod, or a 14oz serving brewed from fresh grounds. Its cup holder area is adjustable, and it fits mugs up to 8 inches tall.

The machine comes with an additional cup rest area which, apart from being a cup rest, can also serve as a holder for the brew basket or a K Cup pod. The perfect option if you aren’t using your brewer for some time or are traveling, but you want your pods or basket to be ready.

Its user-friendly operation system makes this Hamilton coffee maker very easy to use. Lower the lid, press the button, and your invigorating brew will soon be ready.

Just one look at the see-through water window after it has finished brewing, and you will clearly see if the water needs to be refilled. A unique feature of this product is its removable pod piercing tool which allows for easier cleaning access.

Highlights:

• Works for single-serve or ground coffee
• Adjustable between 10oz and 14oz
• Comes with a grounds basket
• Easy water level control
• Handy operation
• Uses 8-inch cups
• Removable K Cup assembly

4. Mixpresso Single Cup Coffee Maker

Whether you need your dose of coffee to spruce you up in the morning or during the day, this Mixpresso brewer will never hinder your productivity.

With a preheating time that takes less than 2 minutes, you won’t have to waste time making your single-serve cup of coffee. Compatible with K Cups, reusable cups, and most reusable filters, this machine will even let you choose which favorite brew you want to prepare.

Fill the reservoir with water, place your pod, grounds, or tea in its place, press the button, and your delicious brew will be ready in no time. Cleanup is equally simple. Press and hold one button to drain all water from the reservoir and clean the inner part of the brewer. The drip tray is removable for easy rinsing and fitting taller mugs.

Despite its 800 watts of power, the quiet operation allows you to use this Mixpresso brewer without disturbing others in their sleep. Plus, the machine is so compact that it can fit easily in even the smallest kitchens or office space.

Whether you are a traveler, single, or live with a busy family, you will love this brewer that gives you your private coffee anytime you need one.

Highlights:

• Effortless cleanup
• Programmable quantity
• A full cup in less than two minutes
• Easy to fill
• Works for pods, grounds, and tea
• Quiet operation

5. Adir Single Serve Coffee Maker

If you are looking for an Eco-friendly solution for your filtered coffee, this Adir brewer could be the perfect option for you. It comes with permanent filters that enable you to cut out disposable pods and filters yet still enjoy your single-serve sup.

Not only that, but the coffee maker has its own stainless steel to-go cup. This cup is insulated, has a safe-to-touch handle, holds 15 oz., and fits most vehicle cup holders, so you can even take the brew with you in the busy mornings.

The filter, the mug, the holding basket, and the lid are all dishwasher safe as well, which means you can wash them overnight and have them ready and clean for your next morning dose. Even if you use and clean it multiple times a day, the durable material of the elements will allow you to enjoy your coffee for a considerable period of time.

Feel free to take this Adir brewer with your on your travels. This way, you can get your favorite brew, anytime anywhere. Fill the machine with water and coffee grounds, place the mug into the brewing base, then push a button to start brewing. Once your cup is entirely full the brewer will turn off automatically, saving energy.

Highlights:

• Automatic shut down
• Durable technology
• Eco-friendly filters
• Fills up a 15oz cup
• Dishwasher safe elements
• Comes with an insulated universal mug

Final Thoughts

While all the coffee makers here represent the perfect budget-friendly solution for brewing coffee, the final choice will always be dependent on your needs. Whether you choose one that allows you to brew multiple types of drinks or just a single-serve coffee from a pod, it will be up to you. You can’t go wrong with any of these five brilliant K Cup coffee makers.

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