We also consider the cost and availability of coffee pods, refills and paper filters. We also note anything that's not consumer friendly such as coffee splashing out of the mug while brewing or a difficult-to-read control panel.įinally, we taste each cup of coffee in search of a full-bodied brew with little to no acidity or bitterness. We brew multiple cups to check for the consistency and functionality of the machine. When making coffee, we measure the temperature after brewing to ensure a hot cup every time. We also consider ease of use when it comes to filling the water reservoir, preheat time and brew time. We assess how easy each coffee maker is to set up, the clarity of the instruction manual, how intuitive each one is to use and how easy it is clean the coffee machine after use. When we test single-serve coffee makers we evaluate their ease of use and performance.
The kitchen gear experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute tested 26 best-selling models from brands we trust to find the best single-serve coffee makers. Take note: You can only load one type of bean into the machine at once, so if you have a decaf drinker in the house, they'll need to use another machine. Simply load your favorite whole beans into the machine and it will grind them to order. We like the sleek design, large hopper and detachable reservoir. The coffee machine still has a control panel with a few drink options if you want to skip the app.
The app also controls the entire machine so you can start a cup of coffee from your bed.
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However, the Spinn app walks you through how to make each drink and offers customization options to make it easy. Keep in mind that the Spinn does not froth milk, so you will need a separate frother to make drinks like lattes and cappuccinos. There are a number of drink options available like Americanos, lungos, doppios and more. This is thanks to the centrifugal brewing core that spins at varying speeds for each type of drink lending to their unique flavors. We were impressed with how different the drip coffee, espresso and cold brews tasted. The nitro-like cold brew also tasted creamy with a slightly thinner and smoother body. We found the cold brew had a surprisingly pleasant creaminess to it. On top of regular drip coffee and espresso, it can also make cold brew and nitro-like cold brew. No matter what type of coffee you want, chances are the Spinn machine can make it. Of course, make sure to turn the machine off after use since it doesn't shut off automatically on its own. Your desired beverage can be pre-selected during the 40-second boot-up time with just the click of a button.Įven better, this innovative pick is easy to store and won't clutter your countertop thanks to its small size. You can either use Lavazza Blue or Lavazza Expert capsules or fill the reusable filter with ground coffee. Our expert testers were "very impressed with this machine" and its unique abilities and found that brewing was easy, convenient and most importantly, created great-tasting coffee. Coffee options include a shot or double-shot of espresso, lungo, Italian-style coffee or a regular cup of drip coffee. It even froths well with nut milk, which can often be trickier to work with, and there are three foam options so you can choose if you want more or less. No need to follow multiple steps or switch to a different attachment. It froths the foam for cappuccinos and lattes automatically, then adds the coffee capsule to create a delicious drink. This all-in-one machine blew us away in our testing. If you prefer to use your own ground coffee, there's also a reusable filter attachment that can be purchased separately.Īlthough our testers noted that it preheats in under 90 seconds, if you don’t like waiting, this coffee maker has an auto-on feature that allows you to set the exact time you want it to turn on. Out of all of the coffee makers we tested, the Keurig K-Elite boasted one of the largest water reservoirs at 75 ounces (or about 9 cups of coffee) - meaning you won't have to refill constantly.
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The owner’s manual was clear and easy to follow, helping our testers quickly identify how to brew a cup of coffee. There are only pictures of cups at different heights. But take note: The serving size options on the control panel aren't clearly marked with ounce numbers. Its easy-to-use control panel has simple buttons that allow you to choose from five drink sizes (from 4 to 12 ounces) and regular, strong or iced brews. This machine from Keurig took the top spot in our tests and brewed the best-tasting coffee that was consistently flavorful, full-bodied and smooth.
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