Keurig K-Mini Gray
Score: 66/100
Ninja Fresh Brew
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Ninja Fresh Brew 14-Cup Programmable Drip Coffee Maker offers high capacity, fast brewing, and extensive programmability, making it well-suited for families and offices. Its lack of an integrated grinder and a short power cord are notable trade-offs. Best for users who need large batches, quiet operation, and flexible scheduling.
The Keurig K-Mini is an ultra-compact single-serve coffee maker that brews 6-12 oz cups using K-Cup pods. Its tiny water reservoir and lack of pod storage limit convenience for frequent use. Best for solo drinkers in dorms, RVs or small apartments who prioritize size and simplicity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 14 cupsbest | |
355 ml | 2,070 mlbest | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 600 secondsbest |
| ↓ lower better | 1,425 W | 1,100 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 2.09 kgbest | 3.2 kg |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 1425 W | 1100 W |
Capacity & Size(2) | ||
Water Tank Capacity (ml) | 355 ml | 2070 ml |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | Height: 6.0 inches, Width: 13.0 inches, Depth: 14.0 inches | 368x264x293 mm |
Features(1) | ||
Filter Type | Reusable | Permanent |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.09 kg | 3.20 kg |
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Professional reviewers have not published detailed evaluations of the K‑Mini; product listings emphasize its compact size and simplicity rather than providing critical analysis.
Consumers highlight the K-Mini's tiny footprint and quick brewing as major positives, while noting the inconvenience of refilling the tiny water reservoir and the absence of pod storage.
Professional reviewers commend the Ninja Fresh Brew CE451 for its reliable daily performance, offering both Classic and Rich brew styles that deliver consistent flavor. They highlight the drip-free pour, large removable reservoir, low noise level, and intuitive controls as strong points, while noting the occasional carafe spill, absence of a built-in grinder, and the need to select small-batch mode to avoid over-dilution.
Everyday users appreciate the coffee maker's ability to produce hot, fresh coffee with customizable batch sizes, the convenience of a 24-hour delay brew, and the easy-to-clean design. Common praise centers on flavor consistency, the long-lasting warming plate, and the large reservoir, while recurring complaints involve occasional carafe drips, the necessity for precise water measurement, and the lack of an integrated grinder.
“A YouTube review (2025) emphasizes straightforward programming, 10-minute full brews, and hassle-free reservoir, deeming it a strong value despite minor spills.”
“Tom's Guide highlights the drip-free pour, huge 70-oz. reservoir for families, and low noise (65 dB max), calling it easy for beginners with a well-written manual.”
