Keurig K-Slim Review
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If you’re a fan of capsule coffee machines but don’t have a lot of room to spare in your kitchen, the K-Slim Single Serve Coffee Maker is a good option. At just 5 inches wide, this machine brews single-cup coffee at the touch of a button, and its slim stature means it’s not going to take up a lot of real estate on your countertops. But is it the best option out there for a slim coffee maker? Let’s take a look at the Keurig K-Slim to see whether it’s the perfect machine for you.
As with any coffee machine, there are pros and cons to the Keurig K-Slim. Here are the main pros and cons broken down in an easy-to-understand list.
The Keurig K-Slim retails for $129.99, though the site does sometimes offer it on sale. At the time of writing, for example, the K-Slim was listed at a discounted price of $111.24, which is a 14% discount.
Like with any coffee maker, you’ll need to do some basic maintenance on your Keurig K-Slim in order to keep it working properly and prolong its life. This includes descaling the machine every three to four months (more frequently if you live in an area with hard water). Additionally, you should replace the side reservoir water filter every two months or 60 tank refills, whichever comes first.
Other than that, keep an eye on the machine and clean it whenever you think it’s necessary using your best judgment. Overall, however, this machine is very easy to maintain.
The Keurig K-Slim has many features for being such a small machine. Here are the features you need to know.
If you’re not sure the Keurig K-Slim is for you, consider these comparable alternatives.
The Keurig K-Mini is very similar to the K-Slim, but will work for those whose kitchens are too compact for even the K-Slim. The K-Mini requires you to add water for each cup of coffee you brew and takes 2 minutes to brew a cup rather than 1. However, it’s only 11.3 inches deep, which means it’ll take up less front-to-back space on your counter.
The Keurig K-Compact is a bit larger than the K-Slim or K-Mini models at just over 8 inches wide. Like the K-Slim, it has a removable water reservoir, though the K-Compact’s only holds 36 ounces of water. Other than that, it’s quite comparable to its sibling models and is a good option for a single-serve coffee machine.
The Hamilton Beach FlexBrew is another good option for a small, single-serve coffee maker. It’s dimensions are slightly larger than the K-Slim at 6.5 inches wide, and it takes longer to brew a cup of coffee (3 minutes), but it’s priced around $50, making it a cheaper option than either of the Keurig machines.
The Keurig K-Slim is a great option for coffee lovers who want to brew at home but don’t have a lot of space in the kitchen for a drip coffee maker or other larger machine. It’s affordable and easy to use and maintain, so even if you’ve never used a coffee machine before you’ll be able to figure the K-Slim out with no issues. With multiple cup sizes, the K-Slim will help you brew your perfect cup of coffee every day.
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