Keurig - K-Select Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker - Vintage Red

I've been a steadfast Keurig user for many years now, and have purchased several different models of their brewers. Love the convenience, and the varied selection of K-Cups currently available out in the marketplace has grown considerably since I switched from using my conventional coffee maker to being a Keurig fangirl. One of the main things I love about Keurig brewers, is that they're not just a coffee maker. You can buy K-Cups of many well-known brand name coffees, even compostable varieties (all traditional K-Cups are recyclable). There are K-Cups for herbal tea, iced tea, hot cocoa, hot apple cider, and believe it or not - soup! Or ... if you're just wanting to heat up some plain hot water for tea bags or instant oatmeal in the morning, you can do that too - just don't insert a K-Cup in the chamber and select the size cup of hot water you want. Remember to always follow the instructions with regards to appropriate cups/mugs to use when making iced coffees or teas. It's also a good idea to do a 6-cup hot water rinse cycle after brewing your coffee/tea/etc. before making that plain hot water, so as to cleanse out any residual taste from your previous brew. Now onto the specifics of this Keurig K-Select Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker. Firstly, the 'Pros.' This is the quietest Keurig brewer I've owned, both with heating up the water, and the brewing process itself. Which says, to me, that Keurig has been working on continuing to make improvements in their design. Setup was easy; just follow the simple instructions. Included in the box, was a reservoir filter, which is a nice addition. I won't be using mine, as I only use spring or already filtered water in my Keurig, but if you prefer to use tap water, this accessory is a must. The clear water reservoir also has a helpful 'max fill line', and the brewer itself will let you know when to descale (clean) the unit or when to add more water via indicator lights up top where the brew cup sizes are located. A handy feature all Keurig's boast, is a 2-hour shut off timer. On this model, the included instructions explain how to disable this if you prefer. I'd wager this model's big selling point is meant to be the Strong Brew feature. You can definitely taste the difference. While not a fan of the dark roasts, I tried one to make a 10-ounce 'strong brew' cup of coffee, and was pleasantly surprised. The flavor was full-bodied, with no bitterness or burnt aftertaste. It sorta reminded me of an alternative expresso, which I guess is the idea. For those who love more rich, dark blends or a jolt of strong coffee intensity, this feature is for you. The cord is heavy duty, much more than seems necessary for this particular coffee maker. In fact, there seems to be more 'quality' in the power cord than in the entire unit itself. Which brings me to the 'Cons.' The entire thing is plastic?! Not even the pretty 'gun metal finish' colored handle is made of metal. What's missing? Several of the mid-high range model Keurig brewers come with a "My K-Cup Accessory" included. This model does not. The 'My K-Cup' reusable filter enables you to fill and brew your own personal K-Cup using your favorite brands of coffee, and also, cuts down on K-Cup waste. This isn't a deal-breaker, by any means, as these are easy enough to find and buy at local stores which stock Keurig brewers, K-Cups, and accessories. Still would have been a nice perk to include, especially considering the price of the brewer. This particular model did feel more like a "lower range" Keurig. The quality just wasn't there. While I hesitate to say the plastic chassis felt cheap, this model Keurig most definitely IS NOT worth the suggested retail cost. Hopefully, the water reservoir will stand the test of time. Other than underneath where leaking customarily occurs on any coffee maker, standard or Keurig, the seams along the edges of the clear plastic reservoir just appear lacking. So, we shall see ... The lid to the water reservoir also doesn't snap down or lock in place, which made it feel flimsy. Overall, I think this K-Select model is greatly overpriced, but I can wholeheartedly recommend the Keurig brand of coffee brewers to anyone who's not yet given them a try. There are better Keurig models out there for a comparable or lower price. I would recommend foregoing this model, and trying one of those.

When Keurig released its "Version 2.0" brewers a few years back, the company was criticized for over-complicating what should be a relatively simple device. With this new K-Select model, Keurig has brought over some of the better features of its 2.0 brewers and left off the unnecessary gimmicks. PROS: - No "digital rights management" technology. On most of its 2.0 brewers, Keurig implemented a technology that forces the consumer to use only Keurig-approved K-Cups. The company has since rolled back this technology, and luckily this brewer does not seem to include it at all. Generic brand K-Cups and reusable filters work with no problems on this K-Select brewer. - Includes an option for strong brew. I believe this is the first brewer in Keurig's "Classic" series to include the option, and it works well. - Uses simple buttons instead of an LCD screen. Some may prefer the screen, but the buttons allow you to begin a brew much quicker without having to tap through menus on a screen. I use my Keurig in a busy office and I love being able to just press one button and be on my way. - Surprisingly large water reservoir. With its compact size, I was expecting it to hold much less water. However, the 52-ounce reservoir is perfect for a busy office or home kitchen with limited space. - There's no need to wait for the brewer to heat up before inserting a K-Cup and selecting your cup size. While it's still pre-heating, simply select the cup size button and it will brew as soon as it's ready. - It has a matte-black finish that doesn't show fingerprints or dust. - Very quiet. This is probably the quietest Keurig brewer that I've owned. CONS: - The lid of the water reservoir is not attached by a hinge and is easy to knock off the brewer if your hand touches it with too much force. - The plastic that makes up the Keurig feels rather cheap. The brewer is very lightweight, but I'm hoping that didn't come at the cost of poor design and reliability. Time will tell. OVERALL: If you're looking for a simple, no-frills Keurig brewer, this is it. It offers the best parts of Keurig's 2.0 brewers without any of the bloat. It's fast, quiet, has a large water tank, and is very compact. Highly recommended!

KEURIG K-SELECT Quick Features on the Product Fresh brewed coffee in under one minute Energy saver programmable auto off timer Strong brew kicks up your coffee strength and intensity Select from four cup sizes (6, 8, 10 and 12 ounces) 52 ounce removable water reservoir Brews 5 cups with one fill What's in the box? Keurig K-Select Unit Quick Start Guide Important Safeguards Warranty Registration Coupon for descaling solution and k-cup pods 6 k-cup pods variety pack Reservoir water filter Instructions on how to install reservoir water filter Setup/Testing/Conclusion Here's my thoughts on K-Select. To me it seems like a classic series with its manual buttons and non-existent customization with few added plus series features. A hybrid of Classic and Plus, if you will. Ultimately, it serves its purpose of brewing a consistent cup of coffee each time, fast but I would definitely not consider this a machine for the "coffee enthusiast." Like most things in the world, the following pros and cons is my personal opinion and will vary person to person depending on how much they "like" coffee and if they're after a cup of "specialty" coffee or content with a cup of "starbucks" coffee. Pros: - Easy and painless to use - Quick, just under a minute, cup of coffee - Consistent cup of coffee each time. Never burnt, bitter taste. Cannot say if it under brews or not. - "Strong Brew" is a nice added feature especially when brewing a larger size - Energy Saver : Auto Shut Off (which classic should already have auto shut off but plus has energy saver "&" auto shut off so I was always unsure what the difference exactly was/is) - Large reservoir : 52oz. Makes enough cups to get you through the day unless you drink a gallon each day - Additional cup size than the classic : 12oz - Hot cocoa and other non-coffee items taste great when brewed for 6-8oz but watered down at 10-12oz (all Keurig) - Minor but a big deal for us...no fingerprints, yes! Cons - No customization (I'm sure a coffee enthusiast can go onto explain how important it is for water to be at a certain temperature, what type of filter, what type of bean, how it's stored, how it's ground, yada yada...) - REALLY SHORT cord - Splashes everywhere (this is with every Keurig so if you're not too fond of brown spots everywhere...not for you) - Drip tray is still not the greatest quality and comes off even when lifting cup - Reservoir max line is literally the edge of the container so water spills if you removed the reservoir and directly filling the reservoir. You can only fill to max when reservoir is attached to the unit using a cup or you have the hands of a surgeon - Reservoir lid is still just a loose lid and not secure N/A - Not sure if it works with non Keurig licensed pods or any other type of pods like the Classic Series Priced at $129.99, I would say it's a better buy than a classic but if customization is what you're looking for, I would recommend paying a little more for their Plus series.

I couldn't wait to unpack this Keurig coffee maker, as my household is a coffee drinkers paradise. We have several different coffee makers, such as a combo espresso/coffee maker, a regular coffee maker and now the Keurig. Having the option of preparing that single cup of coffee is now a reality. The Keurig was packed well and secured with strategically placed pieces of tape. The unit was marketed with 6 K Kups, after that you have to purchase your own supply of coffee. After a quick wash and unit brewing rinse, the unit was ready to brew it's first cup of java. Instructions were clear and concise. The Keurig is a very welcomed edition, as I was impressed by several things. The brewing speed of the unit is quite fast. Three minutes is advertised by the literature (to heat the water), but in my testing the brew speed was a lot quicker. The brewing action is not without the usual "brewing-sounds and vibration", which I considered to be nominal. The temperature of the brewed coffee is not boiling hot, rather it's drinking temperature after you add some milk. A word on clean up........ Just throw the K Kup away. No rinsing, no scrubbing, no mess. NICE! The Keurig has a 'strong' cup of coffee feature, which allows you to brew that stronger cup of coffee should you choose to. You do have the option of brewing at regular strength as this unit has a dual option making it ideal for any household. Brewing a strong cup of coffee is a necessity, as our household likes a strong taste. As far as the taste of the K Kup selection that was included.........Great tasting. You will have to experiment with the various coffees on the market to find your favorite one. The water tank is a little cumbersome to fill and fit onto the unit. In my opinion, it should have been engineered with more of a handle or grip when you attempt to attach the tank to the side of the machine. It's an awkward feeling fitting the tank to the side of the Keurig unit. It should be noted that other users might not find this to be so. To me, its a matter of your personal judgement. The only drawback to owning any K Kup coffeemaker is the cost of the single brew K Kups, but on the other hand it's still a lot cheaper than going to Starbucks. You do have another option and that is going out and purchasing a "Single Serve Coffee Filter". This allows you to brew your own coffee through this unit. The single serve coffee filter allows you to fill the single serve cup with your own special blend of coffee. The only drawback to this method, is that you have to clean the single serve filer after each use. Overall, the Keurig is a winner. Excellent coffee, great brewing machine!

The setup for the Keurig K-Select Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker was simple. It has one 3 foot power cord that is not detachable. There are several accessories included, like a water filter, that are optional to install. The key feature of this Keurig is that it has a button to brew a strong coffee. You can select from three pre-measured sizes and if you want to make any of those sizes stronger, you can by pressing a second button. I appreciated the option, but I tried two different coffees, one with the button pressed and one with the button depressed. I honestly couldn’t tell the difference, but that doesn’t mean that the Keurig doesn’t perform well. For this reason, I deduct one star. The performance of this Keurig is good for a quick coffee urge. I have several Keurigs around areas that I frequent, like my job and my home. This one functions just as efficiently as the others. The first time you turn it on, if heats the water up for 3 minutes. After that, choose between 6, 8 or 10 ounces, select your favorite K-Cup coffee pod, and brew to your liking. After the initial 3 minute pre-heat of the water reservoir (which can hold 52 oz. of water), making a cup of coffee takes about 1 minute. The Keurig K-Select meets my expectations. It doesn’t have all the bells and whistles from other models available, like a clock display and a timer, but it does have an automatic shut off, in case you forget to turn it off after use. This is another reason I deducted a Star. The price for the Keurig in terms of value is comfortable. It’s on par with other machines with similar features (but lacking) features. I highly recommend this product for people who are just entering into the world of Keurig machines. It’s a good way to ease in and get used to making coffee with a brewer. This unit includes a 6 K-Pod starter cup. Best Buy sells a good selection of K-Cups and often, they are cheaper here per quantity compared to other stores. Pick this up and a variety box, then choose your favorite one.

Over the past few years, I’ve become a fan of coffee. The thing that I don’t really like is all the preparation that goes into making a single cup. This is why I really like single serve coffee pots like the Keurig K-Select. For a few years, I had the huge Keurig system, but it started giving out on us and wasn’t making coffee correctly. When it was time to swap it out, we decided on this smaller version. It’s much more compact and still makes a wonderful cup of coffee. I really like that there are more options for coffee cup sizes. On the previous version I had there was small, medium, and large. Now there is Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large. Operation is very simple. You fill the reservoir up with water (I recommend bottled water as tap water might have too many minerals that will clog up the maker over time) and then select your K-Cup. One you place the K-Cup in the receptacle, you lock it into place and select your cup size. Then, you sit back and watch the coffee pot do the work. One thing that was a big difference between this model and the previous model I had is the water filtration system. This K-Select system has a charcoal-based water filter, which is a great option because it ensures that you will be using the best possible water for your coffee. It’s very similar to having a Brita water filter. You have to replace the filter after so many uses and the preparation is similar in that you have to soak it in water before using it. It’s one extra step for setup, but it’s not a deal breaker to me. The Keurig K-Select brews a cup of coffee fairly quickly. I’ve actually had a couple of generic brands of single serve coffee makers that are very slow to brew. The Keurig brews a cup of coffee within about 15 seconds once the water is heated. The K-Select is very convenient and really does make a great cup of coffee. I can recommend this to any coffee lover.

Design: The Keurig K-Select combines sleekness with simplicity. Not only does it look great in our kitchen, but also does not take up much space. Other design aspects that I have liked include: easy to lift handle when inserting/removing pods, easily removable water reservoir, accommodating mugs up to 7.4 inches high, and simplistic buttons. I certainly feel that the K-Select was designed with the target user in mind. Ease of use and appearance are important to me for kitchen appliances of any size, and Keurig delivers on both factors with the K-Select. Efficiency/Effectiveness: One minute is all you need to brew a cup of coffee. The K-Select is very efficient, and I love that I can get my coffee fix, even when I am in a hurry. Taking a travel mug of coffee with me to work has been a daily task for several years, but now I am not even sure I would consider it a task because it is so quick and easy. In addition to efficiency, this brewer is effective. A quality cup of coffee is brewed every single time, and that is the case for any of the four brew sizes you choose as well as the strong brew feature. Throughout my extensive use, I have never been disappointed. Verdict: If I had to summarize my thoughts on the Keurig K-Select, I would say it is the most convenient and effective coffee brewer I have ever used. I love the simple and speedy coffee brewing process that the K-Select provides. Whether you are a coffee connoisseur or just someone looking for a quick energy boost, you will not be disappointed with the Keurig K-Select.

This new model of Keurig brewer is a step up over the K55 with having the addition of a 12oz and “Strong Brew” settings. This has an easily removed 52oz water tank that has the usual Keurig carbon filter in it. The outside of the unit on our unit is flat black, except for the operating handle which is a flat gray color, and the only glossy item is the water tank. The removable spill tray easily handles a tall cup or travel mug. From a cold start “after priming and setting up” it doesn’t take long from turning on and being ready to brew the first cup. This one is very simple to use, just select one of the 4 sizes 6,8,10 or 12oz and if you want to use the “Strong” option just press it before selecting the size. The unit came with a sample pack of Keurig pods and it had no problem brewing any of those, the strong option did make the coffee pretty strong “plenty strong for me”. I did have a couple questions about the operation of the unit and called customer support, after a couple of usual voice prompts a representative answered the phone immediately and was very polite, helpful and answered all my questions. I was pleasantly surprised with the quality of customer support and their helpfulness which isn’t the case with a lot of companies anymore. This looks like it will be another great addition to the Keurig line, very simple to use for those who don’t like going through menus and reading displays.