Review on ☕ Keurig K-Duo Plus Coffee Maker: Single Serve 12-Cup Carafe Drip Brewer for K-Cup Pods and Ground Coffee, Black by Dana Jones

I bought these two pots at the same time (Keurig here at Revain and FlexBrew at our local big box store). Here's my analysis: What these two have in common:* They make great coffee! 12-cup or 60-ounce carafe (you'll lose some liquid during the brewing process, reaching about 56-57 ounces).* They're both programmable for auto brew. Coffee, and this option applies to both a carafe and a single portion. Advantages of Keurig K-Duo Plus:* Attractive appearance.* Small dimensions are suitable for small kitchens.* Has a water tank for several cups.* Comes with thermal protection. Decanter.* Comes with a gold filter and water filter.* Features easy-to-read size selection buttons.* Decanter and single cup options share the same spout - less cleaning required.* Faster brewing process*. no steam escapes from above, so placement under cabinets appears safe. And thanks to the separate, removable tank, it can easily be used under cupboards without having to pull it out to fill. Cons of Keurig K-Duo Plus: * Expensive. *Size options are limited. The carafe can be chosen for 6, 8, 10 or 12 cups. For a cup, you have the same choices (in ounces). There are no sizes in between, and the maximum K-cup size you can make is 12 oz. * The coffee filter basket is a little difficult to pull out and put back. The "My K-Cup" adapter with its own coffee grounds requires the coffee basket to be pulled all the way out, climb in, and push out the part that pierces the K-Cup. So switching between K cups and your own soil for a single brew is very cumbersome. * The kit does not include "My K-Cup" adapter for your own floor. It needs to be purchased separately.* The height is quite tall and it can be difficult to see the control buttons if your cabinets are low or cast a shadow. Some find it difficult to introduce the K-Cup. Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Pro:* MUCH cheaper.* Fewer button presses because water delivery is based on how much water you added during brewing.* One serving makes up to 14 oz. *The size of a serving depends on how much water you poured, making the size more customizable - for example, you can make a small cup of espresso using just 4 ounces. * The size of the carafe can also be adjusted to 12 cups depending on how much water you put in. * Slightly shorter than Keurig. * Includes strainer for disposable portions so you can use your own pod. * Single-serving colander storage is located at the bottom is a single-serving drip tray, which is very convenient. * The coffee is really hot, so you can add liquid cream without feeling like you have to reheat it in the microwave. Cons of Hamilton FlexBrew: * Not as attractive as Keurig. Volumetric.* Does NOT include gold filter. Must be purchased separately.* Does not have a reservoir that stays filled and ready for use. It needs to be refilled every time you brew.* Takes longer to brew than Keurig.* Two separate spouts for carafe and single-serve. So two spouts that need to be cleaned/descaled. * Thermograph not included (they have a different model but it only holds 10 cups). * Bins are more difficult to fill as they are located at the rear of the machine. When installed under cabinets, it may be necessary to pull out the machine during operation to reach and fill the tanks. Final Decision: I ended up going with FlexBrew since I decided I would prefer to make 14 ounces per serving so it completely fills my mug. While the directions say not to exceed 10 ounces for true K-Cups, I add 14 ounces when picking a bold drink and it seems to work well. I also like that you can easily switch between K-cups and use your own plate for a single serving. There's also a strainer compartment right on the potty, so I don't have to look for accessories. Of course, the best price is also an important factor. I ended up buying a gold filter and a separate thermos for the days I needed it, although we usually drink a full carafe pretty quickly. Even with the purchase of a thermograph and a gold filter, the price for this is still significantly lower than at Keurig. I didn't have to put it under the closet so I didn't care about the question. If you need yours under a closet, I'd probably recommend Keurig.