Keurig pods have made coffee brewing convenient for us. However, there are really quite a number of Keurig coffee makers. So it can take some time to examine their differences. In this review, I’m going to compare a popular model Keurig K-Elite with similar models K-classic and K-select and also the newer Keurig 2.0 models K575.
Contents
Related: Keurig K-Elite Review
5 Key Differences between Keurig K-Elite vs K-Select
At a quick glance, you will probably find that K-Select and K-Elite looks similar. So, let’s have a close comparison between the two Keurig coffee makers.
Clearly, they are priced differently, with Keurig K-elite being more expensive.
And there are good reasons for K-Elite being more expensive.
1. Larger water tank
It offers more reservoir storage for water at 72 Oz whilst the K Select holds 52 Oz.
2. Ice beverage option
The K-Elite can do ice coffee whilst the K- Select doesn’t have this option.
3. Temperature control
K-Elite allows you to adjust the brew temperature. However, K-select doesn’t have this option.
4. More cup sizes
K-select can only make 4 cup sizes but K-elite has one more smaller cup size of 4 ounces.
Related: Keurig K-Select Review
5 Key Differences between Keurig K-Elite vs K-Classic
Keurig K-Classic is yet another model which looks similar to K-Elite at an initial glance. So, are they really similar?
Keurig K-elite is also more expensive than K-classic for a few reasons.
1. Programmable
Keurig K-elite can be programmed to automatically power on in advance. However, K-Classic doesn’t have this feature.
2. More cup sizes
Keurig K-Classic can only make 3 cups sizes – 6, 8 , 10 ounces. But K-Elite offers 2 more cup sizes than K-Classic – 4 and 12 ounces.
3. Larger water tank
The water reservoir for the K-Classic is only 48 ounces, which is dwarfed by the large 75 ounces of K-Elite.
4. Temperature Control
Temperature cannot be adjusted in the K-Classic Brewer but the K-Elite offers temperature adjustment.
5. Strength control
With K-elite, you can choose a stronger brew for the added caffeine kick. But K-select doesn’t offer this.
3 Key Differences between K-Elite VS Keurig K575
So how about K-Elite vs K575? How do they compare?
And here’s why this newer Keurig 2.0 model, K575 is more expensive.
1. Larger water tank.
The Keurig K575 offers a larger capacity reservoir with an 80 ounces capacity whilst the K-Elite holds a slightly smaller 75 ounces.
2. Able to make carafe
The Keurig K575 belong to the Keurig 2.0 series. So it is compatible with Keurig K-carafe pods. This means it can make a carafe of 22, 26, 30 ounces of coffee. This is enough for a family of 4 coffee lovers. However, K-elite is only able to make up to 12 ounces.
3. Color touch screen display
Keurig K575 also sports a more modern color touch screen display whereas K-elite uses buttons.
Note that K575 is discontinued and no longer available at Keurig’s website. However, you can still find it on online marketplaces such as amazon.com and ebay.com. Pricewise, at the time of last check, they have similar prices.
Related:
K-Elite, K-Select, K-Classic, K575 – Which to buy?
It is definitely a matter of preferences when it comes to selecting your coffee brewer. The K-Select has many similar features and capabilities that the K-Elite and K575 has. But it lacks the capability to control brew temperature, and its water tank is smaller than both.
However, it is relatively cheaper and the iced coffee option might not be that much of an appeal if you just want hot coffee.
The K-Classic with its fewer cup size choices and smaller water tank capacity is even cheaper. However, the lack of a stronger brew option and temperature control may not be acceptable to some. If it doesn’t bother you, this will be the cheapest Keurig coffee maker among the four.
The K-Elite speaks for itself. It falls into an elite bracket with its many good features like the programmability, temperature control, strength control, huge water tank and 5 brew sizes. And if you are a iced coffee lover, you will love its ice coffee option too.
However, if you are not just making coffee for yourself, you will probably want to consider the Keurig K575 which is able to make a carafe of 30 ounces. This will give you the convenience to make coffee for your family at one go.
