Simplify your morning routine with The Scoop® Single-Serve Coffee Maker with Removable Reservoir by Hamilton Beach®. Just scoop your favorite ground coffee, place and brew. The mesh brew basket doubles as a scoop, so there's no need to measure or pour coffee grounds. For fewer refills and to save even more time, the removable 40 oz. water reservoir lets you brew multiple cups back-to-back. The Scoop Single-Serve Coffee Maker with Removable Reservoir doesn’t use single-serve pods or paper filters and you’ll get your first cup in minutes. The convenient flip up/down stand adjusts in a snap to let you brew a standard 8 oz. cup or up to 14 oz. into a 7” travel mug. For your peace of mind, this coffee maker automatically shuts off, so you can brew and walk away without worry. The illuminated controls are placed right on top, so you'll instantly know what's selected and when coffee is brewing. Includes bold and regular brewing strength options.
Easy — scoop your favorite ground coffee, place and brew
Simplify your morning routine and save time. The mesh brew basket of this single cup coffee maker doubles as a scoop, so there's no need to measure or pour coffee grounds.
Fewer refills — large 40 oz. Removable water reservoir
Skip the step of pouring water into the reservoir every time you brew. The 40 oz. water reservoir lets you brew multiple cups back-to-back without refilling.
Simple to use — doesn't use single-serve pods or paper filters
Why brew with plastic coffee pods that are expensive and not recyclable? Use your favorite ground coffee for the freshest flavor and forget the plastic pods and paper filters.
Fast — brews up to 14 oz. Of fresh coffee in minutes
Enjoy less waiting time in the morning for that important first cup. The Hamilton Beach coffee maker brews a 14 oz. cup of fresh, hot coffee in minutes.
Choose your size
The flip up/down stand adjusts to fit your cup in a snap. You can brew a standard cup of 8 oz. coffee or up to 14 oz. into a 7” travel mug with this single-serve coffee maker.
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This story was updated in October 2022 to ensure all picks tested and vetted by the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Culinary Innovation Lab were in stock and correctly priced.
Single-serve coffee makers have continued to stand out for the convenience of making a single cup of coffee in just a few minutes — no waiting for a pot to brew or wasted leftover coffee. A good single-serve coffee machine should deliver a tasty, hot cup of coffee just the way you like it without a lot of hassle.
Here at the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, we love coffee and test coffee products and espresso machines year-round. Over the years we have brewed over 1,000 cups of coffee in different machines, including drip coffee makers, French presses, portable coffee makers, Nespresso machines, cold brew coffee makers and espresso machines, to find the tastiest cups of coffee you can brew at home. For this guide, GH experts tested 26 best-selling and highly-rated single-serve coffee machines from brands we trust such as Keurig, Cuisinart, Nespresso and more. When testing single-serve coffee makers we evaluate each model for its ease of use including how easy it is to fill the water reservoir and how well it performs. We perform water temperature testing to make sure the brew is as flavorful as it can be — and of course our coffee experts taste every cup. Our list includes the top-performing machines in our hands-on tests as well as popular ones from brands our experts have tested in the past.
Our top picks:
Best Overall Single-Serve Coffee Maker
K-Elite Keurig Read MoreBest Value Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Single Serve Coffee Maker BLACK+DECKER Read MoreBest Large-Capacity Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Premium Single-Serve Brewer Cuisinart Read MoreBest Single-Serve Coffee Maker With Grinder
Grind and Brew Single-Serve Coffeemaker Cuisinart Read MoreBest Single-Serve Coffee and Espresso Maker With Pods
Nespresso VertuoPlus Breville Read MoreBest Single-Serve Coffee Maker Without Pods
One Scoop One Cup Coffee Maker BELLA Read MoreBest Smart Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Keurig K-Supreme Plus Smart Coffee Maker Keurig Read MoreBest Single Serve Coffee Maker for All Types of Coffee
Single Serve Coffee Maker SPINN Read MoreBest Single-Serve Coffee Maker with Thermal Carafe
K-Duo Plus Keurig Read MoreBest Single-Serve Coffee and Espresso Maker Without Pods
Dinamica Plus Single-Serve Coffee Maker & Espresso Machine De'Longhi Read More
You can read more about how we evaluated single-serve coffee makers in our Lab — plus everything you need to know to shop for the best single-serve coffee maker — at the end of this guide.
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Best Overall Single-Serve Coffee Maker
K-EliteBrew sizes4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 ouncesBrewing OptionsRegular, strong, iced and hot waterWater reservoirRemovable 75-ounce capacityCoffee typeK-Cup or reusable filter filled with ground coffee
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Best Value Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Single Serve Coffee MakerBrew sizes16 ouncesBrew optionsRegularWater reservoirAttached 16-ounce capacityCoffee typeSoft pod or reusable filter filled with ground coffee
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Best Large-Capacity Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Premium Single-Serve BrewerBrew sizes4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 ouncesBrew optionsRegular and hot waterWater reservoirRemovable 72-ounce capacityCoffee typeK-Cup or reusable filter filled with ground coffee
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Best Single-Serve Coffee Maker With Grinder
Grind and Brew Single-Serve CoffeemakerBrew sizes8, 10 and 12 ouncesBrew optionsRegularWater reservoirRemovable 48-ounce capacityCoffee typeResuable filter filled with freshly ground beans, pre-ground coffee or single-cup pods
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Best Single-Serve Coffee and Espresso Maker With Pods
Nespresso VertuoPlusBrew sizes1.35, 2.7, 5, 8 and 14 ouncesBrew optionsRegular coffee and espressoWater reservoirRemovable 37-ounce capacityCoffee typeLarge Nespresso capsules
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Best Single-Serve Coffee Maker Without Pods
One Scoop One Cup Coffee MakerBrew sizesUp to 14 ouncesBrew optionsRegularWater reservoir14 ouncesCoffee typeGround coffee
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Best Smart Single-Serve Coffee Maker
Keurig K-Supreme Plus Smart Coffee MakerBrew sizes4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 ouncesBrew optionsFive brew strength settings and icedWater reservoirRemovable 78-ounce capacityCoffee typeK-Cup or reusable filter filled with ground coffee
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Best Single Serve Coffee Maker for All Types of Coffee
Single Serve Coffee MakerBrew sizesCustomizable up to 20 ouncesBrew optionsCustomizableWater reservoirRemovable 40-ounce capacityCoffee typeWhole beans
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Best Single-Serve Coffee Maker with Thermal Carafe
K-Duo PlusBrew sizes6, 8, 10 and 12 ounces; up to 12 cups in carafeBrew optionsRegular and strongWater reservoirRemovable 60-ounce capacityCoffee typeK-Cup or reusable filter filled with ground coffee
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Best Single-Serve Coffee and Espresso Maker Without Pods
Brew sizesCustomizableBrew optionsCustomizableWater reservoirRemovable 60-ounce capacityCoffee typeWhole beans or pre-ground
How we test single-serve coffee makers
The kitchen tech experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute tested 26 best-selling models from brands we trust to find the best single-serve coffee makers.
When we test single-serve coffee makers we evaluate their ease of use and performance. We assess how easy each coffee maker is to set up, the clarity of the instruction manual, how intuitive each one is to use and how easy it is clean the coffee machine after use. We also consider ease of use when it comes to filling the water reservoir, preheat time and brew time.
When making coffee, we measure the temperature after brewing to ensure a hot cup of coffee. We brew multiple cups to check for the consistency and functionality of the machine. We also note anything that's not consumer friendly such as coffee splashing out of the mug while brewing or a difficult-to-read control panel.
Finally, we taste each cup of coffee in search of a full-bodied brew with little to no acidity or bitterness. We also consider the cost and availability of coffee pods, refills and paper filters.
What to look for when buying a single-serve coffee maker
✔️ Single-use coffee pods vs. reusable filters: Most single-serve coffee makers use store-bought coffee pods, like the popular . Pods are small plastic or aluminum cups that contain pre-portioned ground coffee and a built-in filter. K-Cups and capsules are convenient to use but are more expensive than using your own ground coffee. And while some pods are recyclable, like K-Cups, you need to remove the grounds and foil first and check with your local recycling facility to ensure they can process the type of plastic your pods are made from. Soft pods are a popular alternative: The ground coffee comes in a tea bag-like round paper filter, which eliminates the plastic waste.
If you prefer a coffee maker with no pods, there are single-serve machines that feature a reusable filter to fill with your own ground coffee. Reusable filters are definitely the more eco-friendly option but the filters need to be washed after each use. All of the reusable filters we tested were easy to detach from the coffee maker and dishwasher-safe. We recommend adding 2 tablespoons of ground coffee into the reusable filter for a 6-ounce cup of coffee.
✔️ Water reservoir: Consider how often you brew coffee. For two or more servings per day, you would benefit from a large water reservoir which means less refilling. Some water reservoirs are removable and have handles that make it easy to carry to the sink to refill and clean. Others are permanently attached to the coffee maker so you may want to have a spouted pitcher on hand to refill it. Others lack a water reservoir altogether and require you to measure and add the amount of water you want to brew each time.
✔️ Brewing options: While some single-serve coffee makers brew only one cup size, some models provide more brewing options from single espresso shots up to 16 ounces (perfect for a travel mug). Coffee choices range from basic (like regular or strong brew coffee) to fancy (think iced drinks or even cappuccinos and lattes on more advanced models that have milk frothing attachments).
✔️ Speed: One advantage of a single-serve coffee maker is its quick brew time. Some models have a powerful heating mechanism that can heat the water and brew the coffee in less than a minute! Others require you to heat and pour your own water over the ground coffee. In our tests, the average time it took to brew an 8-ounce cup of coffee was about two minutes.
Why trust Good Housekeeping?
Jamie Kim's first job at Good Housekeeping Institute was testing a variety of consumer products, including coffee makers. Since then she has tested and written about many coffee and espresso makers as well as kitchen-related and cooking tools. She has a passion for coffee and has even attended a coffee cupping class. Over the years she's taste-tested hundreds of cups of coffee. She holds an apparel and textile design degree as well as mechanical engineering.
Nicole Papantoniou has run the Good Housekeeping Kitchen Appliances and Culinary Innovation Lab since 2019; she oversees all the content and testing related to kitchen and cooking appliances, including coffee makers. Previously she worked in product development for small kitchen appliances and tools since 2014 as well as in several test kitchens, where she tested and developed recipes and food content starting in 2012. She has a grand diplome in classic culinary arts from the former French Culinary Institute and a certificate in culinary nutrition from the former Natural Gourmet Institute, now both known as the Institute of Culinary Education.