Keurig K-Compact Review [9 Benefits!]

Coffee in a minute or less. That is what the Keurig is known for. The process is simple. Fill the reservoir, open the needle container, drop in a k-cup, close, chose a size and walk away. So you like the convenience of the Keurig K-Pod system. But you want this convenience in a compact machine? Keep reading this Keurig K-Compact review to find out if it is the single serve coffee maker for you

Keurig K-Compact Review:  Who it is for?

Keurig K-Compact Single-Serve Coffee Maker

First of all, why buy a Keurig? 

For those who hate dealing with messy coffee powder, Keurig K-pod system is really a great invention for our coffee making ritual.  Having one less item to deal with in the busy workday morning certainly helps to relieve my stress levels. 

Moreover, I certainly like the idea of having a change of coffee flavor once in a while. So it helps that Keurig K-pod ecosystem has over 400 varieties from over 70 brands.

So who is Keurig K-Compact suitable for?

If you happens to have space constraints, K-Compact would be ideal for you. K-Compact is a small Keurig coffee maker. It can easily fit into tight kitchen counter spaces. It is also great for placing on your desk in your dorm.

What I like about Keurig K-Compact Single Serve Coffee Maker?

1. Slim and Compact Design

slim and compact design

The first thing I like about Keurig K-Compact is its compact design. Its width is only 8 inches. And it measures 12.5 inches high and  13.2 inches deep. This makes it easy for me to place it on my desk.

It is also light at just 6.9 pounds. With its compact size and light weight, it is easy to pack this coffee maker with me on my travels.  Yes, I can’t do without my coffee maker.

2. Fast brewing time under 1 minute

One thing I hate is to wait too long for my coffee especially in the morning. And I’m really glad that this coffee maker can brew coffee in just 1 minute.

Also it comes with the smart start feature. So I don’t have to wait for the water to heat up before I select my brew cup size. It will heat up and start brewing in 1 single process. So I can just hit the brew button and let it do its thing while I do my other tasks first.

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9 Benefits of Keurig Compact Coffee Maker

It can fit travel mug up to 7 inches

1. Fast brewing : Make coffee fast in under 1 minute.
2. Smart start feature: Your coffee maker heats then brews in one simple process. No need to wait for it to heat before selecting your cup size.
3. Easy to clean – water tank & drip tray are removable for easy cleaning
4. Comes with auto-power off – It will turns off 2 hours from the last brew
5. Easy to use – It uses simple button controls. No need to navigate complex menus.
6. Keurig My K-Cup Reusable coffee filter compatibility – allows you to use ground coffee instead of K-Cup. If you want to go for a certain brand of ground coffee or decaf, use this filter.
7. Travel Mug-Friendly – Able to accommodate mugs up to 7 inches tall
8. Can double up as hot water dispenser – This is not a standard feature. The way to do this is by not inserting the pod and just open & close the  handle. Then pick your cup size for hot water. If this seems like a cumbersome step to get hot water, consider these Keurig with hot water on demand instead
9. Affordably priced 

Video of Keurig K compact single serve in action

Specifications Of Keurig K-Compact Coffee Maker

• 3 Brew cup sizes – 6, 8,10 ounces
• Dimensions 12.5” high by 8.2” wide by 13.2” deep
• Weight: 6.9 pounds
• Water tank capacity : 36 ounces
• Colors available: red , black, turquoise and grey

Potential Shortcomings of Keurig Compact Coffee Maker

Not ideal for placing under Cabinet

Water tank is accessed from the rear. Not ideal for putting it under the cabinet unless you want to constantly move the coffee maker in and out.

Small water tank

The water tank can only hold up to 36 ounces of coffee. Although it can make you several cups of coffee before a need to refill, it could be a hassle if you are entertaining guests. This is a trade-off for a more compact Keurig.

Only able to make up to 10 ounces

The maximum brew cup size for K-pod is 12 ounces. So this is not a Keurig with largest cup size. If you like more coffee, you have to make a 2 separate 6 cup brews.

No Strong bold option

K-Compact doesn’t have a strong bold option. The only way to make a strong brew is by reducing the brew sizes to 6 ounces.  But this mean you have lesser coffee.

But the better way to have strong brew is by slowing the flow of hot water through the coffee grounds. If you want a strong brew and a compact Keurig, consider Keurig K-Mini plus instead. It comes with a strong brew option.

No Auto Power on

K Compact only has auto-off. If you want  auto-on, consider these Keurig with programmable timer instead.  However, they are larger in size though.

Does the Keurig K Compact need a water filter?

Water, being one of the two ingredients to a cup of coffee, will make or break the taste of a coffee. Impurities in the water will alter the coffee taste. The best way to prevent that is to use a water filter.

For the Keurig K-compact, you can buy the Keurig Rear Reservoir water filter Starter Kit. This kit has 1 water filter handle and 1 replacement filter. For best results, you should change it every 2 months or every 60 tank refills.

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Keurig K Compact Review: Should I buy it?

Overall, this is a decent Keurig coffee maker if you don’t need a strong brew option. It is compact and light. So I can easily move it around and bring it to my dorm room.

It’s also brew fast and is easy to operate using simple buttons. Best of all, I can use the Keurig Reusable coffee filter on this machine. So, I can use ground coffee or even decaf coffee whenever I want to.

I hope this Keurig K Compact review has helped you to make your decision by now