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Keurig K-50 review: 75 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220Type:?Water Container Capacity:1.4 LPump Pressure:?Built-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Keurig K-50 Review: Compare 75 technical specifications and 4 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Keurig K-50
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists, owners and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 45%, Reviews score 20%, List score 15%, Sentiment score 10%, User score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

45%

6.3

Technical score

20%

8.2

Reviews score

15%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

6.3

Sentiment score

10%

9.4

User score

▲Better than 69% of coffee machines
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the coffee machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

▲Better than 57%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 45% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components

35%

7.0

Performance

25%

4.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.1

Features

15%

7.4

Design

▲Better than 56%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
Share: Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 56% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.0

Popularity

Grades by review (4)
4 videos, average 8.3/10. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
▲Better than 56%
9.4

User score

User score
9.4/ 10
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What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models

70%

9.2

Rating

30%

10

Popularity

★Better than 99%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 15% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
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What owners say about the Keurig K-50

Based on 58 owners sharing their experience in online comments

40%positive10%mixed50%negative

Owners value the versatile brewing and helpful repair guidance, but frequent brewing failures and difficult disassembly weigh on the experience.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report it stops mid-brew, produces only part of a cup, or shows blue lights then shuts off, and descaling or cleaning did not fix it.10
  • Owners say the top cap is hard to pop off and the switch is hard to reach, with no obvious clips to release it.5
  • Owners find the controls confusing at first and say they needed a video to learn how to use it.4
  • Owners report the hot water tank cracked or leaked at the seam between the metal base and plastic top, sometimes after freezing.3
  • Owners report the machine died after about a year and a half, and one said a power surge blew a component and the unit would not turn on.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Keurig K-50

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 45% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components:

35%

7.0

Performance

25%

4.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.1

Features

15%

7.4

Design

6.3
Reviews score
8.2
User score
9.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the coffee machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

7.7
Power
?
Water Container Capacity
1.4 L
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.4 L in its water tank, which is larger than 52% of coffee machines and equal to that of 7.3% of coffee machines.
Pump Pressure
?
Heating Time
?
Heating System
Thermoblock
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Type
?
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee. 52.1% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Works with ESE Pods
no
This coffee machine does not accept ESE pods. 20.4% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
Works with Capsules
yes
This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules. 68% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule System
?
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Water Level Indicator
?
Water Filter
no
This coffee machine does not have a water filter. 30% of coffee machines have a water filter.
Descaling Program
no
This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme. 69% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
Cleaning Alert
?
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
This coffee machine does not clean its milk circuit automatically. 18.3% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
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Built-in Installation
no
Color
?
Vintage Look
no
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 10.6% of coffee machines have this look.
Housing Material
?
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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Keurig K-50 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.1% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
  • 23.7% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 99% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    10

    Popularity

    9.4 vs 7.6
  • 10.8% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 56% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    4 videos, average 8.3/10. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    8.2 vs 7.4
  • 0.15 L larger water tank
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.4 L vs 1.25 L).
    1.4 L vs 1.25 L
  • 1.5% better value for money
    Keurig K-50 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.72 vs 7.6).
    7.72 vs 7.61
  • 23.7% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 99% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    10

    Popularity

    9.4 vs 7.6
  • 10.8% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 56% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    4 videos, average 8.3/10. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    8.2 vs 7.4
  • 1.5% better value for money
    Keurig K-50 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.72 vs 7.6).
    7.72 vs 7.61
  • 0.15 L larger water tank
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.4 L vs 1.25 L).
    1.4 L vs 1.25 L
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.1% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 57.5% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.
  • No descaling programme
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 68.9% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.5% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • No ground coffee support
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 52% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
  • No hot water dispenser
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 50.5% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
  • 18.2% lower sentiment score
    6.3 vs 7.7
  • 83.3% more expensive
    Keurig K-50 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£220 vs £120).
    £220 vs £120
  • 18.2% lower sentiment score
    6.3 vs 7.7
  • 83.3% more expensive
    Keurig K-50 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£220 vs £120).
    £220 vs £120
  • No ground coffee support
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 52% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
  • No hot water dispenser
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 50.5% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 57.5% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.
  • No descaling programme
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 68.9% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.5% of coffee machines have this feature.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Review_Tube
≈ estimated
20/11/2019
Hands-on review · daily household use
Verdict
Keurig K-50 is not a bad deal for the price and works as a good replacement for daily household coffee.
9.0
Silly Reviews
≈ estimated
09/09/2021
First look · first-time setup and first brew
Verdict
Keurig K-50 pleased the reviewer from the first cup and earns a strong recommendation.
8.0
RAPID UNBOX
≈ estimated
16/06/2019
Unboxing · first brew
Verdict
Keurig K-50 worked perfectly on the first brew and impressed the reviewer straight away.
8.0
Jake Wilder
≈ estimated
03/12/2016
Buying advice · owner experience and model comparison
Verdict
Keurig K-50 is the simpler classic model to choose over the touchscreen version, since it has fewer parts that can fail.
Not graded
Overview video
Overview video
Hands-on video, no verdict

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Keurig K-50

  • The 1.4 L tank holds enough water for several cups before a refill.
  • Three cup sizes suit both small cups and large mugs.
  • The clear reservoir lets you check the water level without lifting anything.
  • The drip tray is easy to clean.
  • Automatic shutdown and sleep mode save power when it is idle.
  • It works with capsules, so there is no grinding or measuring.

What customers don't like about Keurig K-50

  • There is no milk frother, so it cannot make milk drinks.
  • There is no descaling program, so limescale care is up to you.
  • There is no adjustable cup clearance, so the space under the spout is fixed.
  • Neither the coffee nor the milk temperature can be adjusted.
  • It takes capsules only, so powdered coffee is out.

Verdict

Capsule brewing is the main idea behind the Keurig K-50, a mid-range machine for people who want a cup with no grinding and little mess. The 1.4 L tank is removable and see-through, so you can see the water level at a glance. It brews three cup sizes, which is handy when one person wants a small cup and another a large mug. The drip tray and reservoir come apart easily for cleaning. Overheat protection, automatic shutdown and sleep mode cover the safety side. The choice of coffee is wide because it takes capsules. The trade-off is the lack of extras: there is no milk frother, no descaling program and no adjustable temperature. It suits a household that wants easy coffee in three sizes and does not need milk drinks or fine tuning.

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