Frigidaire Retro Single Serve Coffee Maker: This machine from Frigidaire was fast and got the job done. It has no frills and is the cheapest option on the list at just $38. It looks and feels a little cheaper than others on this list, but will brew a cup of coffee in less than two minutes.
Proctor Silex Single Serve Coffee Maker: Proctor Silex's entry on this list is on the same level as the Frigidaire above. Although it's a little slower, it offers a similar budget price.
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Single Serve Coffee Maker: The Hamilton Beach single-serve option is still quite affordable at just $39, but it also offers the added feature of regular, reliable brew settings. In our testing, the Robust setting resulted in a noticeable, albeit modest, increase in coffee strength.
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Double Coffee Maker: This coffee maker is essentially a Hamilton Beach single-serve model combined with a drip machine. The single maintenance function was performed similarly to its standalone counterpart. It's a little cheaper than the Keurig K-Duo, but the K-Duo feels more durable and brews a little better.
Two-in-one coffee maker Cuisinart Coffee Center: Cuisinart's two-in-one coffee center makes both single servings and carafes with bold and regular options. It has some extra features—like the ability to heat your coffee carafe to different temperatures—but it doesn't compare to the K-Duo in my opinion. The K-Duo feels more durable and performed better in our tests.
Keurig K-Suprem: The K-Supreme, like the other Keurig machines on the list, performed slightly better than the other brands. This is a smaller option with a removable reservoir. It has four size options, a cold brew option, and a strong brew option. If you want a few more options than the K-Mini but don't want to burden yourself, this is a good choice.
Ninja Dual Brew Pro: This Ninja coffee maker can do it all and was a close rival to the K-Cafe Smart for the best customization machine. It can froth milk, brew carafes and coffee capsules, and even has a separate hot water dispenser, all while occupying a smaller footprint than the K-Cafe Smart. In my experience and our tests, it doesn't brew as well as the K-Cafe Smart, but at $180 it's a similarly priced option.
