Comparison: Best Dual Coffee Maker K Cup (Updated | Oct 22nd)
Looking for the ultimate in coffee brewing flexibility? A dual coffee maker, compatible with K-Cups and ground coffee, offers convenience and choice. This comparison guide explores some of the best options on the market, focusing on factors like brewing performance, ease of use, features, and durability. We’ll help you navigate the features and benefits of each model, so you can find the perfect dual coffee maker to suit your individual needs and brewing preferences. Get ready to discover which machine offers the ideal blend of single-serve convenience and traditional coffee brewing.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
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Best for hot and iced:
Keurig K-Duo Hot & Iced Single Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker -
Best for fast brewing:
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio 2-Way Coffee Maker -
Best for simple single-serve:
Hamilton Beach 2-Way 12 Cup Programmable Drip Coffee Maker & Single Serve Machine -
Best for faster brewing:
Ninja | Drip Coffee Maker | DualBrew Pro Hot & Iced Coffee Machine | Use with K-Cup Coffee Pods | 3 Brew Styles (Classic -
Best for cup and carafe:
Keurig K-Duo Single Serve K-Cup Pod & Carafe Coffee Maker -
Best for multiple serving sizes:
Cuisinart Single Serve + 12 Cup Coffee Maker -
Best for space-saving design:
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Advanced 5-in-1 Thermal Programmable 12 Cup Drip and Single Serve Hot & Iced Coffee Maker -
Best for hot and iced:
Cuisinart Coffee Maker -
Best for space-saving design:
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Advanced 5-in-1 Programmable 12 Cup Drip and Single Serve Hot & Iced Coffee Maker with Movable 60oz. Water Reservoir -
Best for three ways brew:
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio 2-Way Coffee Maker
Product Comparison: Best Dual Coffee Maker K Cup
Hot and Iced
Keurig K-Duo Hot & Iced Single Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker, MultiStream Technology, 72oz Reservoir (Gen 2)
Keurig
- BREW BY THE CUP OR CARAFE: Brews both K-Cup pods and coffee grounds.
- MULTISTREAM TECHNOLOGY: Saturates the grounds evenly to extract full flavor and aroma in every cup, hot or cold.
- BREW OVER ICE: Adjusts temperature for maximum flavor and less ice melt for single-cup iced coffees and teas.
- STRONG BREW & EXTRA HOT FUNCTIONALITY: Brews a stronger, more intense-flavored cup and the extra hot feature brews a hotter single cup.
- MULTIPLE BREW SIZES: Brew 6, 8, 10, or 12oz single cups or 6, 8, 10, or 12-cup carafes. 12-cup glass carafe specially designed to limit dripping.
- ONE 72OZ RESERVOIR: The extra-large, removable reservoir is shared by both sides for fast, convenient brewing with fewer refills.
- FRONT-FACING CONTROL PANEL: Intuitive interface for selecting all your brewing preferences.
- PROGRAMMABLE CARAFE AUTO BREW: Set a time for your coffee maker to automatically brew a carafe up to 24 hours in advance.
Fast Brewing
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio 2-Way Coffee Maker, Compatible with K-Cup Pods or Grounds, Combo, Single Serve & Full 12c Pot, Black – Fast Brewing (49902)
Hamilton Beach
- 3 WAYS TO BREW: This 12 cup coffee maker can also brew a single cup with a pod or coffee grounds or brew up to 12 cups using your favorite ground coffee.
- FAST BREWING — BREW A SINGLE CUP IN ABOUT 90 SECONDS: In the morning, every second counts. Unlike 2 way coffee makers of the past, the FlexBrew Trio Coffee Machine prepares a single cup in 90 seconds so you have more time to enjoy your coffee.
- BREW 7 SINGLE SERVINGS WITHOUT REFILLING THE 56 OZ. WATER RESERVOIR: With this single serve coffee maker, you'll save time with fast 90-second brewing and a large 56 oz. water reservoir that can brew 7 single servings without needing a refill.
- WAKE-UP READY COFFEE WITH EASY-TOUCH PROGRAMMING: When you brew coffee into the 12 cup carafe, you can wake up to hot coffee by setting up Easy-Touch programming the night before. The backlit display makes it easy to view the time and settings.
- 5 SINGLE-SERVE SIZES TO CHOOSE FROM: Customize the brewing size to your cup. Simply select 6, 8, 10, 12 or 14 oz. before you brew with ground coffee or choose 6, 8 or 10 oz. when brewing with a pod — you'll get the perfect amount in your cup.
- CONVENIENT CUP REST: The cup rest securely holds a standard-size cup of coffee and is removable to let you brew into a 7" tall travel mug. The storage area inside the cup rest holds your choice of the single-serve pod holder or brew basket.
- VERSATILE BREWING OPTIONS: Control the strength of your coffee with Select-a Brew's regular and bold brewing options. The Auto Pause & Pour feature lets you serve yourself a cup while brewing coffee.
- EASY TO CLEAN: The 12 cup glass carafe is dishwasher safe and the pod-piercing needle removes for easy cleaning on the single brewing side to prevent any clogging.
Simple Single-Serve
Hamilton Beach 2-Way 12 Cup Programmable Drip Coffee Maker & Single Serve Machine, Glass Carafe, Auto Pause and Pour, Black (49980R)
Hamilton Beach
- 2 WAYS TO BREW: SINGLE CUP OR FULL POT. Brew a single-serve cup or a full coffee pot with your favorite ground coffee. Whichever way you brew, this programmable coffee maker makes it easy to do both
- SIMPLE SINGLE-SERVE BREWING: With the included mesh scoop, adding your favorite ground coffee to the coffee maker couldn’t be easier: just scoop, place and brew. (Not compatible with K-Cup* pods.)
- ECO-FRIENDLY AND EASY ON YOUR WALLET. For fresh flavor and less waste, skip the plastic pods. Since this Hamilton Beach coffee maker doesn't use K-Cup* pods, there's less to buy and throw away
- 2 HOUR KEEP WARM WITH AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF. How many times have you walked out the door, only to wonder: did I turn the coffee maker off? Now there's no worry or turning around to check, since the coffee maker turns off automatically after 2 hours
- PROGRAMMABLE WITH MULTIPLE BREW SETTINGS: Choose whether to make a single cup or full pot, select bold or regular brew strength options, and program the coffee maker up to 24 hours in advance for wake-up ready coffee
- GET YOUR FIRST CUP FAST WITH AUTO PAUSE & POUR: Pour yourself a quick cup as coffee brews with Auto Pause & Pour — no need to wait until the whole pot has finished brewing
- 2 SEPARATE EASY-FILL WATER RESERVOIRS: Each brewer has its own water reservoir that’s easy to fill and features a water window, so you always know how much water is on each side
- *K-Cup is a registered trademark of Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Use of the K-Cup trademark does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by Keurig Green Mountain, Inc
Faster Brewing
Ninja | Drip Coffee Maker | DualBrew Pro Hot & Iced Coffee Machine | Use with K-Cup Coffee Pods | 3 Brew Styles (Classic, Rich, & Iced) | 60oz Removable Reservoir & Dishwasher Safe | Black | CFP101
Ninja
- FASTER BREWING: Single serve coffee maker brews a coffee pod faster vs. Keurig K-Elite upon startup. Compatible with K-Cups, it's perfect for a busy lifestyle while delivering optimal flavor.
- DUAL SYSTEM: Grounds and pods system with 9 grounds brew sizes (Sm Cup, Cup, XL Cup, Travel Mug, XL Travel Mug, ¼ Carafe, ½ Carafe, ¾ Carafe, Full Carafe) and 4 pod brew sizes (6, 8, 10, 12 oz.).
- 3 BREW STYLE CHOICES: Select Classic, Rich, or Over Ice for your favorite grounds or coffee pods. The iced and hot coffee maker delivers optimal flavor that never tastes watered down.
- ICED COFFEE: Brew your favorite grounds or pods fresh over ice for flavorful iced coffee that's never watered down. Plus, customize your ice coffee sizing with 9 grounds sizes and 4 pod sizes.
- KEEP WARM FUNCTION: Adjustable warming plate keeps coffee warm for up to 4 hours. Upgrade traditional coffee pot and coffee makers with custom carafe sizing plus Delay Brew and Keep Warm Functions.
- 60-OZ. REMOVABLE RESERVOIR: Designed for easy grip, conveniently carry the 60-oz. removable water reservoir to your sink for easy filling and measuring.
- FOLDABLE SINGLE SERVE PLATFORM: For single cup coffee brewing, use the fold-away tray to elevate your coffee mug, reduce splashing of freshly brewed coffee, and minimize the mess.
- WHAT'S INCLUDED: Components include 12-Cup Glass Carafe, Ninja Smart Scoop, Ninja Pod Adapter, Paper Filter Kit, Ninja DualBrew Hot & Iced Coffee Maker
Cup and Carafe
Keurig K-Duo Single Serve K-Cup Pod & Carafe Coffee Maker, with Multiple Brew Sizes, 60oz Removable Reservoir, Programmable Auto Brew Carafe, (Gen 1), Black
Keurig
- BREW A CUP AND A CARAFE: Use both ground coffee and K-Cup pods.Compatible with keurig gold tone mesh filter accessory: A reusable coffee filter you can use to brew your perfect carafe (sold separately).ENERGY EFFICIENT: Auto off feature for both your brewer and your heating plate, Turns your brewer off 5 minutes after the last single cup brew, Turns your heating plate off 2 hours after the last carafe brew..Display Screen : No. Digital Clock : No.
- STRONG BREW: Brew a stronger, more intense single cup.
- MULTIPLE BREW SIZES: Brew a 6, 8, 10, or 12-cup carafe and a 6, 8, 10, or 12 oz. cup.
- LARGE 60 oz. WATER RESERVOIR: The 60 oz. water reservoir is shared between the single serve and carafe brewing, saving you time and simplifying your morning routine. Removable reservoir makes refilling easy.
- 12-CUP GLASS CARAFE: Included with your brewer along with a heating plate to keep coffee hot.
- PROGRAMMABLE CARAFE AUTO-BREW: Program your coffee maker to automatically brew a carafe up to 24 hours in advance.
- PAUSE & POUR: Automatically pauses your coffee maker mid-brew for 20 seconds, allowing the carafe to be poured.
- SMART START: Your coffee maker heats, then brews in one simple process. No need to wait for it to heat before selecting your cup size.
Multiple Serving Sizes
Cuisinart Single Serve + 12 Cup Coffee Maker, Offers 3-Sizes: 6-Ounces, 8-Ounces and 10-Ounces, Stainless Steel, SS-15P1
Cuisinart
- Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted
- SINGLE-SERVE: Enjoy three serving sizes – 6 ounces, 8 ounces, or 10 ounces – compatible with any brand of single cup pod including Keurig K-Cup pods with an optional reusable filter cup so you can use your own coffee through our HomeBarista elite Cuisinart features
- SUPERIOR FUNCTIONALITY: Our single-serve brewer has a 40oz removable water reservoir that complements its charcoal water filter and removable drip tray for travel mugs – enjoy energy save mode when you’ve finished your brewing cycle
- CARAFE BREWER: Serve up to 12 cups of coffee at once with our glass carafe coffee maker featuring a stainless-steel handle and body with fully automatic features – 24-hour brew start, self-clean, adjustable auto-off, and ready alert system
- MUST-HAVE FEATURES: Our 12-cup coffee brewer allows you to control your brew strength so you can boast light to strong coffee flavor as well as adjust your carafe water temperature that runs through its charcoal water filter
- SIMPLIFY YOUR MORNING: Fill your tank with ease featuring our easy-view water window and pour a cup before your brew cycle ends with our Brew Pause feature. BPA free
Space-Saving Design
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Advanced 5-in-1 Thermal Programmable 12 Cup Drip and Single Serve Hot & Iced Coffee Maker, Movable 60oz. Water Reservoir, Use Pod Packs and Grounds, Fast Brewing, Black (49929)
Hamilton Beach
- HOW YOU BREW IS UP TO YOU: Iced or hot — single cup or carafe — this 5-in-1 brewer fits every taste and mood. Brew a cup of iced or hot coffee with a K-Cup* pod or ground coffee, or make a carafe of hot coffee with your favorite ground coffee.
- SPACE-SAVING DESIGN IS OVER 40% NARROWER**: This 12 cup coffee maker gives you the slim footprint of a single cup brewer, yet has a thermal carafe on its side. Brew a quick cup or travel mug on the front or make multiple cups when it's time for more.
- DUAL-POSITION 60 OZ. REMOVABLE WATER RESERVOIR: The water reservoir can be placed on the back or side to best fit your space. Its large 60 oz. capacity lets you brew 12 cups in the thermal carafe or up to 7 single servings without refilling.
- KEEPS COFFEE HOT AND FRESH LONGER: Pour yourself multiple cups of hot, fresh-tasting coffee from the 12 cup stainless steel thermal carafe. The BPA-free, insulated design keeps coffee hot and fresh without the need for a heating plate.
- WAKE UP TO A SINGLE CUP OR 12 CUPS: This thermal carafe coffee maker has Auto Brew to let you wake up to a fresh-brewed single cup or up to 12 cups in the carafe. You can control the strength of your coffee with regular and bold brewing options.
- FAST BREWING — BREW A SINGLE CUP IN LESS THAN 2 MINUTES: In the morning, every second counts. This 5 way coffee maker prepares a single hot cup in less than 2 minutes so you have more time to enjoy your coffee.
- EASY-TO-USE LED TOUCHSCREEN: Choose your brewing options with the touch of a button. The LED display makes it easy to view the settings and time at a glance, and the touchscreen easily wipes clean.
- CONVENIENT CUP REST: The cup rest holds a standard-size cup of coffee and is removable to let you brew into a 7.25" tall (18 cm) travel mug.
Hot and Iced
Cuisinart Coffee Maker, 12-Cup Glass Carafe, Automatic Hot & Iced Coffee Maker, Single Server Brewer, Stainless Steel, SS-16
Cuisinart
- SINGLE-SERVE: Enjoy five serving sizes – 4 ounces, 6 ounces, 8 ounces, 10 ounces or 12 ounces – compatible with any brand of single cup pod including Keurig K-Cup pods with an optional reusable filter cup so you can use your own coffee through our HomeBarista elite Cuisinart features – pour it over ice for a cool coffee treat.Filter type:Reusable
- SUPERIOR FUNCTIONALITY: The Extreme Brew features delivers coffee up to 25% faster and our single-serve brewer has a 42oz removable water reservoir and flip down shelf for shorter mugs – No need for paper filters as it comes with our reusable gold tone, commercial-style filter
- CARAFE BREWER: Serve up to 12 cups of coffee at once with our glass carafe coffee maker featuring a stainless-steel handle and body with fully automatic features – 24-hour brew start, self-clean, auto-off, and ready alert system
- MUST-HAVE FEATURES: Our 12-cup coffee brewer allows you to control your brew strength so you can boast light to strong coffee flavor as well as adjust your carafe water temperature that runs through its charcoal water filter
- SIMPLIFY YOUR MORNING: Fill your tank with ease featuring our easy-view water window and pour a cup before your brew cycle ends with our Brew Pause feature
Space-Saving Design
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Advanced 5-in-1 Programmable 12 Cup Drip and Single Serve Hot & Iced Coffee Maker with Movable 60oz. Water Reservoir, Use Pod Packs and Grounds, Fast Brewing, Black (49924)
Hamilton Beach
- 5 WAYS TO BREW: This Single Serve Coffee Maker & 12 Cup Drip Coffee Maker combo can brew a single iced or hot cup with a K-Cup* pod or ground coffee, and you can use your favorite ground coffee to brew a whole pot — the choice is yours.
- SPACE-SAVING DESIGN WITH SLIM FOOTPRINT: At first glance, this streamlined coffee machine might look like a single-serve brewer. Take a second look and you'll be surprised to find that its innovative design has a 12 cup glass carafe hidden from view on its side.
- WAKE UP TO A SINGLE CUP OR 12 CUPS: The touchscreen of this programmable coffee maker has Auto Brew to let you wake up to a fresh-brewed single cup or up to 12 cups in the carafe. You can control the strength of your coffee with regular and bold options.
- DUAL-POSITION 60 OZ. WATER RESERVOIR: Place the reservoir on the back or side of the 12 cup coffee maker to best fit your space and optimize your brewing needs.
- FAST BREWING — BREW A SINGLE CUP IN LESS THAN 2 MINUTES: In the morning, every second counts. This 5 way dual coffee machine prepares a single hot cup in less than 2 minutes so you have more time to enjoy your coffee.
- Large 60 oz. removable water reservoir: Brew 12 cups in the carafe or up to 7 single servings without refilling — the removable water reservoir saves you time because it needs fewer refills.
- Easy-to-use LED touchscreen: Choose your brew with the touch of a button. The LED display makes it easy to view the settings and time at a glance, and the touchscreen easily wipes clean.
- Convenient cup rest: The single cup coffee maker side has a cup rest that holds a standard-size cup of coffee and is removable to let you brew into a 7.25" tall (18 cm) travel mug.
Three Ways Brew
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio 2-Way Coffee Maker, Compatible with K-Cup Pods or Grounds, Single Serve & Full 12c Pot, Permanent Gold-Tone Filter, Black & Silver
Hamilton Beach
- 3 WAYS TO BREW. Brew 12 cups with ground coffee on the carafe side or brew a single serving with a pod or ground coffee on the other. With a pod you can brew up to 10 oz. of coffee and when you use coffee grounds you can fill a 14 oz. travel mug.Filter type:Reusable
- SINGLE-CUP COFFEE MAKER. Brew a cup with a K-Cup* pod, another pod brand, or ground coffee. The included pod holder and single-serve grounds basket easily handle both options and the cup rest removes so you can brew into a tall travel mug.
- BREW A FULL POT OF COFFEE: This programmable coffee maker has Easy-Touch programming for wake-up ready coffee. After brewing, coffee stays warm for 2 hours and the power automatically shuts off. AutoPause & Pour lets you pour a cup as coffee brews.
- INCLUDES GOLD-TONE PERMANENT FILTER: There's no need to buy paper filters again. Simply fill the gold-tone permanent filter with coffee before brewing into the carafe and discard the wet grounds later.
- CUSTOMIZE YOUR BREW STRENGTH: Control how strong you want your coffee with Select-a-Brew: regular and bold brewing options.
- *K-Cup is a registered trademark of Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Use of the K-Cup trademark does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by Keurig Green Mountain, Inc.
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FAQs
What is a dual coffee maker?
A dual coffee maker offers both single-serve (K-Cup pod) and carafe brewing options in one machine.
Why choose a dual coffee maker?
It provides flexibility for brewing a single cup quickly or a full carafe for multiple people or later enjoyment.
Can I use ground coffee in a dual coffee maker?
Yes, most dual coffee makers have a carafe side that uses ground coffee and a single-serve side for K-Cups or a reusable filter with ground coffee.
Are dual coffee makers programmable?
Many dual coffee makers offer programmable features for the carafe side, such as setting a brew time in advance.
What is MultiStream Technology?
MultiStream Technology saturates the coffee grounds more evenly for a fuller flavor.
Can I make iced coffee with a dual coffee maker?
Some dual coffee makers have a specific iced coffee setting that adjusts the brewing process for optimal flavor when brewing over ice.
What is the difference between FlexBrew models?
FlexBrew models vary in features, such as the number of brew sizes, programmability, and included accessories.
