The 4oz hack in the morning to heat things up is the greatest thing I’ve learned on RUclips in a few months. Game changer. Great tip and a big thank you!
The new machine from Cosco sucks. It pokes too many holes in the top of the k-cup and makes every cup too strong when some people like light blends. I know I can do 4oz of water then brew a cup over top but the brewing process even on lowest strength is too slow, hence too strong. The strength setting is a gimmick. There is no hot water button. It needs a redesign in my opinion.
This is my second Keurig Coffee Brewer. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxBrV-RbF5Nk0Rlt9i15aao-YMzqzTG8Vf The first one lasted 6 years. It worked beautifully until the day it didn't. It was hard to go back to the drip coffee for a couple of days while I waited on my Keurig to get here. There is a huge difference in the taste. Keurig makes a really good cup of coffee. This new one is a little different from my old one. I find putting the water filter in was easier than on the old one. Attaching the water reservoir was also a little different but once I figured it out, it too was easier. This new one has the auto off feature but is not programmable like the old one. Only three cup sizes instead of four. The odd thing for me was how much lighter in weight this one is compared to my old one. More plastic and much less metal in the construction of this one. The price is so much less than the original Keurig that I bought and the coffee tastes the same so all in all I am satisfied.
The stupid descale light won’t stop flashing. I descaled it using the recommended solution and a second time with vinegar. Waste of time and $$. And I got the machine less than a month ago. I do not recommend this machine.
So just got off the phone with Kerig about the descale light staying on constantly on their K cup Supreme. The company has acknowledged there is an issue or defect with this model coffee maker! Anyone else experienced this problem?? Or how to clear the light? Thanks
Just recently on a unit we have that we are getting replaced. This will be our 3rd, both units stopped producing correct amounts of water about a month into using it. Even after troubleshooting and cleaning
Anthony, I’m having the same problem. We bought one from Costco two weeks ago and it already wants us to descale. We have RO so I know are water is not hard. Also cannot remove the descale light.
@@vincentseidle954 agreed from what I was told the unit thinks its needs to be cleaned despite every effort to do so and as a result this problem also affects the amount of coffee being delivered. The only fix is to have the manufacturer replace it free of charge. Thank-you for your comment. I just had my coffee maker replaced by the manufacturer.
Sounds like the temperature button is like the "close door" button on an elevator - something that has no function other than pressing it makes you feel better. 😜
lol, take a look at the comment I made to Bull Moose above, I think it probably is higher by a touch but we just don't see the difference in the cup because the water flow is much slower than all the other Keurig machines... but even still, it's probably a bit like the close door button on an elevator. :D
bought one at Costco same price..I absolutely hate this machine..very disappointed..does not make hot coffee and the strength adjustment doesn't change..a 12 oz coffee size make very weak coffee not to water..one of the worse FAD coffee makers on the market..went back to my BUNN..always hot and fast coffee
Same here. I went thru $$$ worth of brew cups, all I got was cold and tasteless coffee. Using Folgers and the supplied KCup on six ounce gives me the hottest and strongest brews IF I superheat the cup beforehand. I am greatly offended by the waste and the cost of making coffee using this machine
Your RUclips videos are excellent and very informative. I have an old single needle Keurig and a L'or coffee machine. I was looking at possibly a new Keurig this video was great. One thing I was curious about you mentioned you and brew a 10 Oz cup of coffee using the My-K-Cup. I can't get a decent cup of coffee from My-K-Cup. Could you share your secret? I found your video on My-K-Cup. Thanks again, Joe.
My Supreme Plus won't make over 8 oz. no matter what setting I have it on .... 10 oz. or 12 oz. setting still only yield about 7 0r 8 oz. I have de-scaled it several times , cleaned the inlet and exit needles ... tried everything the manual suggested , but nothing works . I was impressed with your review .... would you have any ideas I could try ? TIA.
We bought one of these at Costco and five hole my coffee was included in the box. Purchased Nov, 2020. Agree coffee is much better with this machine and amount of water is consistent from cup to cup. With the K575 we had, how much per cup was a crap shoot.
I would never buy this k-cup Supreme ever again. I went through two failures within a year, and when my warranty was over. Keurig wanted to have me buy a new machine, but couldn't give me a reason why their machine keeps failing. Hello Cuisinart.
Water stream splatter is what my problem is, anyone else having this issue , I have owned 3 different models this is the only one I have had that I get splatter with because of the stream. Just to be clear as the coffee is going into my cup splatter on counter tops, small but plenty of it. Thanks
The splattering doesn’t bother me because I mostly use 16 or 20 oz. coffee tumblers. Mine is starting to separate around the handle. They need to address it and somehow use metal or something that won’t warp due to the intense heat of the water and get rid of that cheap ass made in china plastic crap! It’s a great coffee making instrument, but it is just too cheaply made for the money we pay for them!
Been doing the Keurig thing for years. Years. Perfected the technique to get a good cup. Now, have fancy new Supreme Plus. Still learning, experimenting what makes my best tasting, deep, intense but not bitter, cup of Joe. I love your pre-warm cycle, I'm going to program that to button 1. My real issue with this machine - it just doesn't brew hot enough. That temp control IS a door close button.
We're on our second Keurig Supreme Plus. We had to return the first one because it kept telling us to add more water. We used bottled (non-spring) water. Now the second machine is telling us to add water. There's plenty of water in the reservoir. It's super annoying. Why is this happening? I've had numerous Keurigs of various makes and models...and this one is the worst! We've literally brewed 2 cups and now it's saying add water. The reservoir is almost full. The water is pure. I'm just about finished with this company. I haven't had my morning coffee so maybe I'm just super cranky.
@@wicky201 the Keurig is a piece of shit. There's thousands of people having the same issue. I ended up purchasing a Nespresso Vertuo Plus. No problems with it. Some people complain about the price of the Nespresso coffee pods...but here's a little pro tip. You can make your own pods. It's easy. First you buy a few sleeves of original Nespresso pods and then you can reuse them dozens of times each. It's easy. I purchased foil lids from Amazon that fit perfectly to the top (they sell them in packs of 100) great price. The best coffee is an espresso ground...I use the brand Cafe Bustelo. You'll get used to making them and it becomes second nature. I can make a pod in about 30 seconds. You literally fill it with ground coffee and pack it just a little bit...not too much. I use a 1 tbsp measuring spoon. It has a rounded bottom shape that fits perfectly to pack the coffee. About 2 tbsp is all it takes. Then just place the foil on top and it has a food grade sticky edge that seals the pod. Boom done. I'll watch TV or listen to a podcast and make 40 pods at a time. Give it a go. You won't be disappointed.
Just a friendly tip before you buy this, if your kitchen outlets are arc fault outlets (GFCI) this coffee maker will trip your breaker. I had a K Elite before this and that didn't happen. What I believe is happening is that the K Supreme Plus does not heat the water in the internal reservoir on startup like the K Elite did -- instead it heats it every-time you brew a cup. This process draws a lot of power and in turn trips the circuit breaker all the time. **SOLUTION: Simply plug a true surge protector into your GFCI outlet and plug the K Supreme Plus into the surge protector. This regulates the current and stops the breaker from tripping. It's working for me.
I’m on my third model of this appliance in less than six months. All have been returned for the same issue. Short cup of coffee. The first cup is about 1 oz. Then you must start the brew cycle again to get the required amount of coffee. This has been the same problem with all 3 units. Called Keurig, I was informed that they have never had the short cup problem reported to them. I went through all of the necessary steps to troubleshoot the problem. Although I like the look and features of this coffee maker and the coffee I’m moving on to another manufacturer. I can understand that one appliance can be defective, but 3?? I give this coffee marker 1 star for the appearance and features. I do not recommend this particular model.
I am about to return my 2nd machine for this very reason. Works great for about 60 days and then I start getting the short cups...that gradually become shorter over time. Have spent so much time on the phone with Keurig troubleshooting everything, watching videos, etc. Keurig can never tell me what the issue may be...they may or may not know...they just send a new machine. This time I'll get a refund or another model. Love to hear from anyone that has had this problem successfully solved...or knows what is causing the problem.
@@laurahogan8012 We bought ours in July and thank DOG for add-on warranties. I'M about to go back and pick-up the 3RD replacement unit. KEURIG is CRAP...
Great points made in your video. Running a no-pod rinse before first pod of the day, then a no-pod rinse after everyone is done in the morning is a must in my house. Additional benefits are you wet the dry needle, preventing it from clogging with grounds and preheat a mug. No-pod rinsing after everyone uses it in the morning, rinses the needle and prevents any overnight caking of grounds that might be in the needle. Before I learned the no-pod rinse method, I can not tell you how many returns Costco has received from me for clogged needles. I tried the paperclip fix to unclog for a while, but that gets old fast. I also press the pod down in the machine to pierce the bottom of pod before I close the lid.
Has anyone else have the problem with a burnt smell from inside the machine?.. The machine is only weeks old, so it's very new. I saw somewhere that it has something to with the parts that they use. Is this true?.. And if so, how long does this last?
Build Quality? It uses a non-re settable thermal fuse. If you descale the pot, that runs about 8 cups through. 50% of the time it will blow that fuse. NEVER DESCALE THIS MODEL!!!
My machine drives me nuts. I’ve run the descale twice. The first time it went great, but the second time the descale light refuses to go off. I’ve cleaned and run the descale cycle twice, done the reset sequence as per Keurig. I run a rinse cycle of 8 Oz after running my cups. The stupid descale won’t go off.
We got the special cup with our machine to brew our own grounds. We like the machine and typically make 12 oz cups. Our only complaint is that the descale function takes longer.
At Costco Canada, the machine comes with the new universal k cup. I've been using it this week, it's a little messier than the old one. What annoys me with this machine is when i take out the Universal k cup (and NOT put back the built in basket) and run a water cycle, the water just splashes everywhere. It seems the opening at the bottom is very wide and because of the 5 needles, the water just splashes everywhere. So, I have to use the built in basket for water, then the universal one for coffee. It seems Keurig just likes to add few quirks in every machine it makes. I also agree with you on the Temp settings, it does nothing. But I did notice the larger brew you make, the hotter it is. So maybe the temp setting works on larger cups only.
Lots of quirks for sure, I think Keurig really opened up a con of worms by introducing the 5-point needle. I just don't see a good way of making a reusable k-cup work well with both the old single needle and the 5-point needle systems. The more I use the my k-cup the more small problems I find and you just described another one I've failed to mention on the channel to date. Running straight water through it is different. On a side note, I'm glad to hear that yet another person was able to get a supreme bundled with the new design my k-cup, hopefully that will become more and more normal over time.
I also used to have a 2.0. I replaced it with a K Duo Plus, which I love. I like the fact that on my new one, the reservoir is square instead of that whatever-you-call-that shape of the one on the 2.0.
@@jamesedgar3442 I had to get rid of my 2.0 because I changed my sink faucet I used to fill the 2.0 with the sprayer this new faucet I can’t use that so I had to lift it up and put it under the sink terrible so I got the supreme and it’s easy to lift with a handle and fill it up under the faucet. I did notice that the new one splatters over the counter as the coffee is going into the mug the 2.0 did not do that and I think the 2.0 is a bit faster.
It might sound like a simple question, but after my Keurig K-45 lasted over 10 years, I had to get a new one. I chose the Keurig K-Supreme Plus, but it seems like the coffee doesn't flow as heavily as it did from my old K-45-it used to pour like a kitchen faucet. Should I check the needles or has Keurig designed the newer models to flow more slowly?
Did you try the temp setting at a cold start to see if the variance is there? The machine was designed not to have to be preheated…not saying that’s right but that might be where the difference is. I am happy with mine overall. Good cup of coffee. The one quark I have with it, is it splatters all over the place when the stream hits the cup. Not sure if you are getting that same thing?
Save your money. I Have the K-Supreme Plus After about 3 weeks of owning this brewing it started to require two attempts to brew a 12oz cup of coffee. I did a descale and corrected this issue I though. About 3-4 weeks later the same issue of 2 or more attempts to brew a single cup of coffee reappeared.
One of the 5 water jets does NOT work on My Keurig® K-Supreme Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker and it's the Second machine that this has happened with...is this normal??? I use the My K cup with my Decafe organic special coffee. The top left is always clogged cause the jet there does not work since it was Brand New and I have used a wire to clean it out several times which never worked and returned and got a New same machine that does the same on the same jet. Just lived with it. Any help will be Grateful.
So it is normal for this Keurig to take 4-5 times longer than my k classic at work? I thought my k-supreme plus at home had a clog or was broken but it’s brand new so I thought a clog was unlikely.
I do the same thing, I rinse with 6 oz after removing my pod to flush. I have done for 10+ years. I also save this removed pod in fridge & sometimes make a weaker cup in PM, again flushing after. My first Keurig was still doing fine 8-9 years & I was using a separate cream warmer, but wanted a newer one. I like my Keurig duet with creamer attached. Thanks for review. Jeanne
This model stopped working. replaced once by Keurig. Replacement same thing. Keurig this K supreme is junk.;Descaling Problem.? Bought a K-Slim On ebay for 69$ No problem.
Mine came from Costco with the My K Cup accessory. I use full hot/full strength, usually a 6 oz brew. I've been using the 4oz for a rinse, but I'll have to try the pre-heat. My water res handle cracked after 6 months and got a warranty replacement.
I’m on machine number 4 on this ma hone in a year Thank god I bought at Costco and no hassle return I find pump craps out Big tip : do NOT FOLLOW DESCALING INFO ON BOTTLE… this model requires different instructions
Have you tried any after-market reusable K-Cups for the Supreme Plus coffee maker that you'd recommend? I'd like a set of four that work well, but at around $10 a pop for a Keurig K-Cup that gets pricey fast.
Hey Terry, it's looking like a few retailers are selling bundled units, I'm pretty sure Costco has been one of them this fall but it you go to regular old department stores or over on Amazon I pretty much only see the non-bundled units. The one I bought I got from my local Walmart and it did not come with any accessories other than the charcoal filter. Glad you got yours though, IMO all of these units should come with a 5-point my k-cup adapter lid at the very least.
great tips thank you. Question - I can't tell when the temp and the strength setting is at its highest. is it at one black square, two black squares or when it's blank? the instructions show the picture but doesn't explain .
My Keurig K-Supreme is asking for a descale....When I go into descaling mode. If I push the flashing K nothing happens. Thoughts as to whats going on.?
It’s garbage. It worked for about a year, and no matter how much I descale it, it cuts out sometimes on the triple bold setting. It’s time to throw it away and stop losing money on ruined k cups and descaling solutions. I’ll never buy a premium keurig again.
I don't know what Keurig's intent is for the 3 temp settings, your video and just a dad's video are thinking it is supposed to be the temp of the coffee in the cup, but i remember hearing about extraction of coffee flavor and increasing the temp for the grounds during the brew to get maximum extraction with certain beans so there is possibly more flavor in your cup, not higher temp coffee in the cup.
My machine worked well for two months and now spits while brewing and only puts out 8oz when I ask for 12...has anyone had issues with the kind of water to use? We have well water plus a water softener water, any issues?
Mine continues to say ‘Add Water’. So I do, open the lid, close it in pod and it continues to say Add Water. I unplugged it for a whole day and same. Unplugged for a week, works through 2 water refills and today, Add Water and no coffee for me this morning. I hate this one.
I bought twice in Costco and I couldn’t drink because smell like melted plastic . Brought back I tried second time exactly same. Why is allowed to sell in Canada?
I’ve always use rinsing out the machine after brewing a cake cup, keeps it clean I wasn’t aware of the preheating cause I get my coffee put it in a pot and boil it so I will have coffee and it lasts for hours
How has yours held up in the last three years. I have read lots of complaints about them dying prematurely? Perhaps your two a day rinse made a difference but to me that is wasting water and electricity. In summer I can use the water in my garden and house plants, but no garden in winters here.
I’ve had my Keurig VUE coffee machine for many years now and I’ve been using it with the K-cup adapter. It allows me to set the brew temperature to 197° and, from what I’ve seen, this is the ONLY Keurig brewer that has this high of a brew temperature. I’ve been brewing Newman’s Own Organic French Roast for years now (solely), and it tastes fantastic. However, I’ve been really interested in the new Keurig K-Supreme Plus for awhile now because I thought the multi stream technology would make for an even better tasting cup of coffee. Well, I decided to buy one the other night because Target had them on sale for only $149, and I’ve not had good results so far. On my VUE, I would set my temperature to 197° and brew a 6oz cup with the strong button and it came out perfectly every time. I’ve tried all of the possible settings for temperature and strength on the K-Supreme Plus and the coffee ALWAYS comes out tasting flat and lifeless. I tested the water temperature of both brewers with my quick read thermometer and the VUE is almost 10° hotter than the K-Supreme Plus. Knowing what I know about coffee, that difference in temperature can definitely make a difference in taste profile. Is there anything you’d recommend to help me brew a better cup with this K-Supreme Plus? If not, do you know of any single serve brewers that brew at around 200°? Thanks!
Stay away from this crappy machine!! My second Supreme plus just pooched itself today after just only four months of ownership. My first only lasted two months. Both were bought from Costco in Southern Ontario. The first one was replaced by Costco because it failed within their warranty period of 90 days. Keurig is replacing my second one. Total junk IMHO.
My first one died after' 1 month. Purchased at Costco, but Keurig replaced it in 2 days. the one they sent has been working great for several months. Hope I don't jinx myself as I will be descaling for the first time tomorrow.
Had two of these, both broke during the second descaling. I think the heat/steam fries the electronics. Wen't back to a cheaper version. Not as nice, but it's ONLY coffee.
In all seriousness, there is something to be said for simplicity. Until I (very recently) bought a K-Supreme Smart Plus we used Keurig 2.0. No complaints about the coffee. A simple and straightforward device by comparison. The 2.0 brewed a lot of coffee for us but it did begin to leak on the countertop intermittently. I was a little sad on the day we decommissioned the 2.0 because it had served us very well.
Regarding the myKcup, my K-Supreme Plus did include a myKcup. I purchased at Costco and they always have bundled type packaging. One of the first things I noticed about the new myKcup (after removing the unecessary holder that was literally taped to it) was that EVERYthing about it is identical to the old universal myKcup EXCEPT the lid. I would love to see Keurig offer replacement lids for sale in the new style rather than having to buy all new components. Because this is my regular method of brewing I have multiple units so I can clean and let dry between uses. I usually set up 3 at a time and keep them in an airtight container so I can grab and brew as easily as my husband does with his premade k-cups. For now, I'm still doing that and using the old lids to keep coffee from dumping out if they tilt, then switching just the lid when it's time to brew, but seriously? how hard would it be to just sell the new lid and keep the rest out of landfills?
I am astonished over the waste associated with using this machine. The cost of brewcups and the trash from the throwaway items is enough from me to give this thing a 0 rating. Jeez, I spent $99.00 for a machine to make me a cold, tasteless cup of coffee!
I contacted Keurig to get to the bottom of the temperature adjustment settings. They are indeed a sham, the range is 170f - 172f, not ever a precept able difference. I'm guessing the water heeater on these got cost reduced somewhere between the drawing board and the assembly line.
I just bought a new one from Costco but the strenght and temperature display does not show any info as compared to what you showed. May I ask why is this.
I have a Keurig K155. In the cup, my temp (set to max) is a steady 185, and 193 degrees in the output stream. If 169's is the highest, not sure I would find that acceptable-- a defective unit? Granted the Supreme is slower with the wider flow, but why not put the thermometer end right in the water stream before it hits the cup/grounds, and compare that to the stream in a hotter K unit?
Found your tips for this coffee maker helpful. Planning to watch the other ones. I just picked up this exact model - K-Supreme Plus last night for $25 off of FB Marketplace. Got it up and running this morning but immediately found out it was showing "Descale" / So I found other videos about that and while it was going through the process (I used vinegar) I was wondering > Did I buy a lemon??? --- Nope. After going through the descale cycle it sure enough *STOPPED* showing me the descale message. I was able to get my 3 settings "set" , that works. What I learned from your video > 1) The "sold separately" coffee grounds specialty cup / I was a little relieved to find out it is indeed sold separately and that the seller didn't actually screw me over or leave out missing parts. I gotta order one if I want to go that route. Fine. Cool. 2) You explained the strength setting and the temp setting very well. I learned what the heck the strength button actually does and will likely program all 3 settings with the highest strength setting. 3) Your temp settings / + 4oz preheat tip was helpful. Will likely set that as program setting #1. #2 will be used for "make my freakin' coffee now please." ---- I also learned about the coffee filters in the water jug. I'll need to order some but thankfully they are really cheap on Amazon. Made 2 cups of coffee this morning. Found out 8 oz isn't enough for me, while 12oz is maybe too much. (Lost some flavor punch) - So I'll probably split the difference and get used to 10 oz setting. Good job, good video, good tips and lessons. Thumbs up. If it only lasts 6 months - I still got a steal at $25. Unit looks brand new. Other than having to descale (which worked) / I think I got a great deal.
I see you posted this a month ago. Can you please give an update? I've read where some people have had to descale weekly, or issues with it just shutting down after a few uses, never to turn on again. Just curious how it has held up for you.
Okay there is one major problem with Keurig! It does not heat the water to the ultimate temperature for coffee which is 195°F. I checked the temperature of the water, with my meat thermometer, as it was dripping out because I know the water temperature will drop dramatically once it is in your glass mug. The highest temperature setting only heated the water to 180°F. Your brewer should maintain a water temperature between 195°F to 205°F for optimal extraction. Colder water will result in flat, under-extracted coffee, while water that is too hot will also cause a loss of quality in the taste of the coffee.
Hi, I am having two issues with my new Keurig supreme plus that I bought from Costco last week. The brewing stream is too weak, if I put the cup down on its stand, the splashing drops scatter on the machine front and also down on the carpet etc until I hold it closer to the brewing spot. Also, when I press the brewing button, it releases water into the cup for about 7-8 seconds which makes it dilute. I returned the first machine back for both the reason and got replacement but this too has the same issues....I called the customer service of Keurig Canada, it is a terrible customer service, they do not have much product knowledge and language barrier to understand and communicate. If you please let me know if this is the manufacturing defect? My old Keurig coffee maker 2.0 which is about 7-8 years old makes great coffee with good downpour stream and right away starts to brew the coffee instead of water in the beginning. Please help otherwise I have to return this machine again and get to some other brand. The taste of coffee with this machine is better the old machine and also it is stainless steel which look beautiful. Thank you.
I’ve ordered this machine and waiting on delivery. I’m already sorry I did after all the negative reviews. I too have noticed on videos including this one that when it starts brewing, there’s only water pouring for a few seconds. It doesn’t make sense if the water is supposed to be filling the cup. None of my machines have ever done this. It would be nice to know if this is just another defect. I’ll test my machine when it arrives and if it does the same, I will be calling Keurig to see if I can get a straight answer.
I also just found out because you said you had different sizes for different things! my girlfriend uses the machine too so I have two settings one for coffee @ 8oz and one for ramen @ 12oz. If you click a setting that has your prefered strength and temperature you can just change the size and start it that way as well! Thought that was cool
I picked this up at Costco for $99 (normally $135 but on sale right now) and it came with the new My K-Cup adapter, the filter, and 15 sample K-Cups. So far I really like this compared to the one we have at the office. I too found myself using the 4oz as the cleaning rinse pretty quickly. :)
All of you Costco customers are really getting a great deal; I haven't seen this in person sold for less than $139 locally and that was without a bundle - I bought mine full price for somewhere around $169! I get a lot of people watching my videos on Keurig products but even they don't give me anything. lol
Should I remove the red silicone in the reusable cup before making coffee in the suprem plus? In a previous video you had said to do that if it was being used in a multi stream Keurig.
I'm pretty sure that you keep the red silicone piece on with a single needle but I need to know if I should leave it off when using the multi stream Keurig. I've only used pods so far but when I do finally use it I want to do it the right way. I'm pretty sure you leave the piece off but just waiting to hear back from Bryan.
Man....I'd sure like to know what the secret is to a long life with these machines! I always descale my K Supreme Plus when the Descale light comes on, and (until now) have always changed out the filter every month. (I'm now running it without the filter, but am finding no filter doesn't seem to change anything). Yet, for some reason, I'm on my 4th K-Supreme Plus coffee maker! Each one has malfunctioned within the manufacturer's warranty period, so I haven't had to purchase the machine 4 times...Keurig has replaced it after each malfunction. What happens to me (and I don't know how common this fault is) is that, over time (usually within 3-7 months) the machine starts to brew less than the desired amount. Typically, what happens is that it starts to brew 8 ounces on the 10 ounce setting...and each setting seems to brew 2 ounces less than it should. (The first malfunction, in addition to what I've previously described, actually resulted in a machine that wouldn't even turn on). I'd also like to point out that cleaning the upper needles in these machines isn't very easy, as the holes are sometimes tucked under the rubber housing, making them difficult to find (much less clean out). While Keurig does honor their warranty, it's still a pain in the butt. It requires a phone call to Keurig support, where the call center individual has you run thru all the troubleshooting steps you've already done. At the end of this, the individual says they will order a new unit for you. Then you have to wait approximately 10-14 days for the new unit to arrive. So maybe it is a good machine, and I've just had freakishly bad luck with these?
@@ccchhhrrriiisss100 You have to call Keurig support. They have a "script" they have to follow, so they'll have you doing some things you've probably already done, like descale, purge water from the line, etc. After that, and if they agree to replace the unit, they'll send you a replacement brewer, and a shipping tag to return your broken one. My experience has been it takes about a week to 10 days to get the replacement brewer.
I'm assuming you are talking about pour-over coffee? Yeah, that's generally a lot better than Keurig coffee but the slow drip on the K-Supreme Plus is getting closer especially if you are using your own coffee grind.
@@TopOffMyCoffee Yeah pour over, thats what I meant sorry. Man, I've never had such a good cup of coffee until I tried that. I think I still have to perfect the way I do it but its getting there.
My husband decided to get me a new machine for Christmas . I had a 2.0 that ran fine . He was worried the internal parts could be getting moldy . I was surprised how slow it brews , but it makes sense , the longer the contact with the coffee the better the coffee. So I’ll have to wait longer for my coffee . The one big thing is it splash’s a lot . I certainly can just wipe the counter but I noticed it right away . I’m not getting rid of my 2.0 , I’ve heard others say this new machine burns out fast ?? Has anyone had this happen . I’m s Starbucks k-cup fan, The stronger the coffee the better
I’ve ordered mine and read customer reviews only after the fact. I haven’t received it yet but there are many complaints of this machine shutting down especially during the descale cycle. The splattering is also a concern so if this model gives me too much trouble, I may have to return and look at another model or brand.
Thank you for this. Did you fine any issues with the taste of the water with tea? I found it tasted a tad plasticy? Maybe because its new. Just replaced an 8 year old Keurig.
I like mine very much, but I don't use the filter. One reason is because my drinking water is already filtered through my LG refrigerator, filters I diligently change every 6 months or so. Secondly, the little bean-bag type carbon filters from Keurig add a nasty taste to the hot water/coffee that passes through the machine. When I first got my Keurig K-Supreme Plus I soaked the filter, rinsed it (per instructions)... but was grossed out by the awful taste after brewing the first cup. I dumped the water, soaked and re-rinsed the filter, same issue on cup #2. So I thought "why do I even need this filter? my water is already filtered" and threw the bean-bag in the trash. Coffee tastes great now, as it should. Besides the taste of the water that gets passed through (or beneath!) this filter, the way it's implemented is goofy. The flat side of the little bean-bag just lightly sits over the port that your water passes into the machine through. Water never really goes all the way through the thickness of the filter; it just seeps beneath it. Kind of a dumb design.
My testing was lower and is always lower but I'm starting to suspect my thermometer may be off a tad so I'll be redoing temperature testing this fall on all of the machines (I own them all) with a new thermometer or two. I'd like to compare temperature gauges to ensure I'm giving out the best info possible.
Thank you so much. Your videos have been invaluable in helping me make the best choice for my home! I was finally ready to upgrade from the K15 Mini I received as a gift a couple years ago. It has served our home well, but hubby needed a small and simple replacement at work and I was happy to let him take it. We were delighted to find the K Supreme Plus (Costco bundle with filter, My K-Cup, and 15 K-Cup pods) still available at our local warehouse and quickly bought it for our anniversary. I unboxed set up as and performed the initial cleaning before bedtime. This morning I enjoyed the most flavorful cup of coffee. My current favorite KCup blend is Green Mountain single origin Kenyan Highlands. 🤗☕
The 4 oz setting is very useful for those of us with Thermos-type coffee cups. Unfortunately, the 12 oz setting swill not fill the cup, but you can lift the lid, then reseat it and brew an additional 4 oz to bring the coffee level to the top. -A work around, but one that works for me!
The temperature is concerning to me. I’ve already ordered this machine and will receive it in a few days. I like hot coffee but if this machine does not brew hot, it will be a deal breaker. This is, however, the first time this has been mentioned after watching other videos and reading reviews. The only thing that was mentioned is that the coffee will definitely cool once it hits the cup which is understandable but just hope it’s not enough to make a bad cup.
I’m including an update here. I received this machine today. Wow! What a let down. It looks and feels like a toy and with the problems mentioned not just here but in many other pages, it’s a no go. I’m sending it back.
This is my first ever keurig!! How many cups of coffe per pod will it do? One? I’m so lost but I’m looking forward to fresh hot coffee n no more star buck lines!
only brew one cup of coffee per pod. I recommend my viewers and readers on my website to only brew between 6 and 8oz cups per k-cup or up to 10oz from the Universal My K-Cup. I have a video from a week or two ago where I brewed one 12oz cup from a single k-cup but split it into roughly 2oz portions and you can see how terrible the coffee looks if you start brewing more than 8 to 10oz from one k-cup. Check it out. Thanks for your comment Cynthia!
The 4oz hack in the morning to heat things up is the greatest thing I’ve learned on RUclips in a few months. Game changer. Great tip and a big thank you!
Glad to hear that was a ninja tip. :) You are welcome
@@TopOffMyCoffee Doesn't the K-Elite automatically brew hot water when it's started? I wonder why the K-Supreme doesn't do that.
The new machine from Cosco sucks. It pokes too many holes in the top of the k-cup and makes every cup too strong when some people like light blends. I know I can do 4oz of water then brew a cup over top but the brewing process even on lowest strength is too slow, hence too strong. The strength setting is a gimmick. There is no hot water button. It needs a redesign in my opinion.
This is my second Keurig Coffee Brewer. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxBrV-RbF5Nk0Rlt9i15aao-YMzqzTG8Vf The first one lasted 6 years. It worked beautifully until the day it didn't. It was hard to go back to the drip coffee for a couple of days while I waited on my Keurig to get here. There is a huge difference in the taste. Keurig makes a really good cup of coffee. This new one is a little different from my old one. I find putting the water filter in was easier than on the old one. Attaching the water reservoir was also a little different but once I figured it out, it too was easier. This new one has the auto off feature but is not programmable like the old one. Only three cup sizes instead of four. The odd thing for me was how much lighter in weight this one is compared to my old one. More plastic and much less metal in the construction of this one. The price is so much less than the original Keurig that I bought and the coffee tastes the same so all in all I am satisfied.
I use my 4 Oz setting to make my morning oatmeal. Most pouches require 4 oz of water and this works great.
Genius!
Great idea!!!
OMG! I do the same thing 😄
Great idea! Thank you!
I use to use my Bunn before I bought my 1st keurig . Lol
The stupid descale light won’t stop flashing. I descaled it using the recommended solution and a second time with vinegar. Waste of time and $$. And I got the machine less than a month ago. I do not recommend this machine.
So just got off the phone with Kerig about the descale light staying on constantly on their K cup Supreme. The company has acknowledged there is an issue or defect with this model coffee maker! Anyone else experienced this problem?? Or how to clear the light? Thanks
Just recently on a unit we have that we are getting replaced. This will be our 3rd, both units stopped producing correct amounts of water about a month into using it. Even after troubleshooting and cleaning
Anthony, I’m having the same problem. We bought one from Costco two weeks ago and it already wants us to descale. We have RO so I know are water is not hard. Also cannot remove the descale light.
@@bobfisher9452 absolutely agree with your comments. After my 3rd call into the manufacturer I demanded and received a new replacement free of charge!
@@vincentseidle954 agreed from what I was told the unit thinks its needs to be cleaned despite every effort to do so and as a result this problem also affects the amount of coffee being delivered. The only fix is to have the manufacturer replace it free of charge. Thank-you for your comment. I just had my coffee maker replaced by the manufacturer.
@@anthonygasparini1734 our new unit so far is working fine. 1.5 months in. The others started having issues 3 weeks in. Fingers crossed
Sounds like the temperature button is like the "close door" button on an elevator - something that has no function other than pressing it makes you feel better. 😜
lol, take a look at the comment I made to Bull Moose above, I think it probably is higher by a touch but we just don't see the difference in the cup because the water flow is much slower than all the other Keurig machines... but even still, it's probably a bit like the close door button on an elevator. :D
On sale at Costco for $99. As others have stated, comes with the My K-Cup, Water Filter, and 15 K-Cups.
bought one at Costco same price..I absolutely hate this machine..very disappointed..does not make hot coffee and the strength adjustment doesn't change..a 12 oz coffee size make very weak coffee not to water..one of the worse FAD coffee makers on the market..went back to my BUNN..always hot and fast coffee
Same here. I went thru $$$ worth of brew cups, all I got was cold and tasteless coffee. Using Folgers and the supplied KCup on six ounce gives me the hottest and strongest brews IF I superheat the cup beforehand. I am greatly offended by the waste and the cost of making coffee using this machine
Your RUclips videos are excellent and very informative. I have an old single needle Keurig and a L'or coffee machine. I was looking at possibly a new Keurig this video was great. One thing I was curious about you mentioned you and brew a 10 Oz cup of coffee using the My-K-Cup. I can't get a decent cup of coffee from My-K-Cup. Could you share your secret? I found your video on My-K-Cup. Thanks again, Joe.
My Supreme Plus won't make over 8 oz. no matter what setting I have it on .... 10 oz. or 12 oz. setting still only yield about 7 0r 8 oz. I have de-scaled it several times , cleaned the inlet and exit needles ... tried everything the manual suggested , but nothing works . I was impressed with your review .... would you have any ideas I could try ? TIA.
We bought one of these at Costco and five hole my coffee was included in the box. Purchased Nov, 2020. Agree coffee is much better with this machine and amount of water is consistent from cup to cup. With the K575 we had, how much per cup was a crap shoot.
Did you have any problems in the first year or two? Have you already replaced it after three years?
Why is there an altitude setting and what does it do ? For 5,000 ft and above, just saw it in manual……thx
I would never buy this k-cup Supreme ever again. I went through two failures within a year, and when my warranty was over. Keurig wanted to have me buy a new machine, but couldn't give me a reason why their machine keeps failing. Hello Cuisinart.
Water stream splatter is what my problem is, anyone else having this issue , I have owned 3 different models this is the only one I have had that I get splatter with because of the stream. Just to be clear as the coffee is going into my cup splatter on counter tops, small but plenty of it. Thanks
The splattering doesn’t bother me because I mostly use 16 or 20 oz. coffee tumblers. Mine is starting to separate around the handle. They need to address it and somehow use metal or something that won’t warp due to the intense heat of the water and get rid of that cheap ass made in china plastic crap! It’s a great coffee making instrument, but it is just too cheaply made for the money we pay for them!
Been doing the Keurig thing for years. Years. Perfected the technique to get a good cup. Now, have fancy new Supreme Plus. Still learning, experimenting what makes my best tasting, deep, intense but not bitter, cup of Joe. I love your pre-warm cycle, I'm going to program that to button 1. My real issue with this machine - it just doesn't brew hot enough. That temp control IS a door close button.
We're on our second Keurig Supreme Plus. We had to return the first one because it kept telling us to add more water.
We used bottled (non-spring) water.
Now the second machine is telling us to add water. There's plenty of water in the reservoir. It's super annoying.
Why is this happening? I've had numerous Keurigs of various makes and models...and this one is the worst!
We've literally brewed 2 cups and now it's saying add water. The reservoir is almost full. The water is pure.
I'm just about finished with this company.
I haven't had my morning coffee so maybe I'm just super cranky.
I'm having the same issue with a brand new machine.
@@wicky201 the Keurig is a piece of shit. There's thousands of people having the same issue. I ended up purchasing a Nespresso Vertuo Plus. No problems with it. Some people complain about the price of the Nespresso coffee pods...but here's a little pro tip. You can make your own pods. It's easy. First you buy a few sleeves of original Nespresso pods and then you can reuse them dozens of times each. It's easy. I purchased foil lids from Amazon that fit perfectly to the top (they sell them in packs of 100) great price. The best coffee is an espresso ground...I use the brand Cafe Bustelo. You'll get used to making them and it becomes second nature. I can make a pod in about 30 seconds. You literally fill it with ground coffee and pack it just a little bit...not too much. I use a 1 tbsp measuring spoon. It has a rounded bottom shape that fits perfectly to pack the coffee. About 2 tbsp is all it takes. Then just place the foil on top and it has a food grade sticky edge that seals the pod. Boom done. I'll watch TV or listen to a podcast and make 40 pods at a time. Give it a go. You won't be disappointed.
@@JD-os2kr I owned the Nespresso for 2 weeks, sold it
I still have my Bunn My Cafe which is a lot less complicated.
Just a friendly tip before you buy this, if your kitchen outlets are arc fault outlets (GFCI) this coffee maker will trip your breaker. I had a K Elite before this and that didn't happen. What I believe is happening is that the K Supreme Plus does not heat the water in the internal reservoir on startup like the K Elite did -- instead it heats it every-time you brew a cup. This process draws a lot of power and in turn trips the circuit breaker all the time.
**SOLUTION: Simply plug a true surge protector into your GFCI outlet and plug the K Supreme Plus into the surge protector. This regulates the current and stops the breaker from tripping. It's working for me.
I’m on my third model of this appliance in less than six months. All have been returned for the same issue. Short cup of coffee. The first cup is about 1 oz. Then you must start the brew cycle again to get the required amount of coffee. This has been the same problem with all 3 units. Called Keurig, I was informed that they have never had the short cup problem reported to them. I went through all of the necessary steps to troubleshoot the problem. Although I like the look and features of this coffee maker and the coffee I’m moving on to another manufacturer. I can understand that one appliance can be defective, but 3?? I give this coffee marker 1 star for the appearance and features. I do not recommend this particular model.
I am about to return my 2nd machine for this very reason. Works great for about 60 days and then I start getting the short cups...that gradually become shorter over time. Have spent so much time on the phone with Keurig troubleshooting everything, watching videos, etc. Keurig can never tell me what the issue may be...they may or may not know...they just send a new machine. This time I'll get a refund or another model. Love to hear from anyone that has had this problem successfully solved...or knows what is causing the problem.
Getting ready to return my 2 one in three months. They just stop working. So frustrating!
@@laurahogan8012 We bought ours in July and thank DOG for add-on warranties. I'M about to go back and pick-up the 3RD replacement unit. KEURIG is CRAP...
My second one failed yesterday. First one failed in early 2021
Crap. I just bought one of these a couple days ago. Well, glad I bought it at Costco. If it fails I’ll just return it
When you just brew water without a pod don’t your water go everywhere on the counter ?
No I’ve been doing that to get the plastic taste out and I’m not getting water everywhere?
Great points made in your video. Running a no-pod rinse before first pod of the day, then a no-pod rinse after everyone is done in the morning is a must in my house. Additional benefits are you wet the dry needle, preventing it from clogging with grounds and preheat a mug. No-pod rinsing after everyone uses it in the morning, rinses the needle and prevents any overnight caking of grounds that might be in the needle. Before I learned the no-pod rinse method, I can not tell you how many returns Costco has received from me for clogged needles. I tried the paperclip fix to unclog for a while, but that gets old fast. I also press the pod down in the machine to pierce the bottom of pod before I close the lid.
"Preheating the machine" is a great idea that works. Thanks!
Has anyone else have the problem with a burnt smell from inside the machine?.. The machine is only weeks old, so it's very new. I saw somewhere that it has something to with the parts that they use. Is this true?.. And if so, how long does this last?
Yes, I don't know why this model has such a plastic taste to it.
Build Quality? It uses a non-re settable thermal fuse. If you descale the pot, that runs about 8 cups through. 50% of the time it will blow that fuse. NEVER DESCALE THIS MODEL!!!
Good Video!!! Thank You!!!! This machine has me investigating it. :)
My machine drives me nuts. I’ve run the descale twice. The first time it went great, but the second time the descale light refuses to go off. I’ve cleaned and run the descale cycle twice, done the reset sequence as per Keurig. I run a rinse cycle of 8 Oz after running my cups. The stupid descale won’t go off.
We got the special cup with our machine to brew our own grounds. We like the machine and typically make 12 oz cups. Our only complaint is that the descale function takes longer.
"Quirky" is EXACTLY the word that came to mind after I unpacked and used mine for the first time.
At Costco Canada, the machine comes with the new universal k cup. I've been using it this week, it's a little messier than the old one. What annoys me with this machine is when i take out the Universal k cup (and NOT put back the built in basket) and run a water cycle, the water just splashes everywhere. It seems the opening at the bottom is very wide and because of the 5 needles, the water just splashes everywhere. So, I have to use the built in basket for water, then the universal one for coffee. It seems Keurig just likes to add few quirks in every machine it makes. I also agree with you on the Temp settings, it does nothing. But I did notice the larger brew you make, the hotter it is. So maybe the temp setting works on larger cups only.
Lots of quirks for sure, I think Keurig really opened up a con of worms by introducing the 5-point needle. I just don't see a good way of making a reusable k-cup work well with both the old single needle and the 5-point needle systems. The more I use the my k-cup the more small problems I find and you just described another one I've failed to mention on the channel to date. Running straight water through it is different. On a side note, I'm glad to hear that yet another person was able to get a supreme bundled with the new design my k-cup, hopefully that will become more and more normal over time.
Totally agree about it’s sprinkling water or coffee on the counter and the stove which is adjacent to it my 2.0 did not do that.
I love the K Supreme better than my Keurig 2.0. I purchased my K Supreme from Costco & it came with the new 5 prong my K-Cup.
Yeah, it's become my favorite so far too... just wish I didn't have to pre-heat the machine to get a full temp brew first thing in the AM.
I also used to have a 2.0. I replaced it with a K Duo Plus, which I love. I like the fact that on my new one, the reservoir is square instead of that whatever-you-call-that shape of the one on the 2.0.
@@jamesedgar3442 I had to get rid of my 2.0 because I changed my sink faucet I used to fill the 2.0 with the sprayer this new faucet I can’t use that so I had to lift it up and put it under the sink terrible so I got the supreme and it’s easy to lift with a handle and fill it up under the faucet. I did notice that the new one splatters over the counter as the coffee is going into the mug the 2.0 did not do that and I think the 2.0 is a bit faster.
It might sound like a simple question, but after my Keurig K-45 lasted over 10 years, I had to get a new one. I chose the Keurig K-Supreme Plus, but it seems like the coffee doesn't flow as heavily as it did from my old K-45-it used to pour like a kitchen faucet. Should I check the needles or has Keurig designed the newer models to flow more slowly?
Did you try the temp setting at a cold start to see if the variance is there? The machine was designed not to have to be preheated…not saying that’s right but that might be where the difference is. I am happy with mine overall. Good cup of coffee. The one quark I have with it, is it splatters all over the place when the stream hits the cup. Not sure if you are getting that same thing?
Thanks for the warm up tip- love mine, but though taste is better, didn’t think it hot as described. Elizabeth
Thank you very much!
Mine doesn't get hot enough. I have yet to burn my tongue. Thank you for the 4oz hack!!
Save your money. I Have the K-Supreme Plus After about 3 weeks of owning this brewing it started to require two attempts to brew a 12oz cup of coffee. I did a descale and corrected this issue I though. About 3-4 weeks later the same issue of 2 or more attempts to brew a single cup of coffee reappeared.
Yes! We are having the same issues, even after descaling and cleaning the pod “dock” area!
I don't care what people say,,the best coffee is stovetop coffee
I love the 4oz setting for instant oatmeal, instant rice, instant potatoes, etc
They need a 1 or 2 Oz rinse. We use the 4 Oz all of the time for Tea warmup. Great video.
One of the 5 water jets does NOT work on My Keurig® K-Supreme Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker and it's the Second machine that this has happened with...is this normal??? I use the My K cup with my Decafe organic special coffee. The top left is always clogged cause the jet there does not work since it was Brand New and I have used a wire to clean it out several times which never worked and returned and got a New same machine that does the same on the same jet. Just lived with it. Any help will be Grateful.
So it is normal for this Keurig to take 4-5 times longer than my k classic at work? I thought my k-supreme plus at home had a clog or was broken but it’s brand new so I thought a clog was unlikely.
I do the same thing, I rinse with 6 oz after removing my pod to flush. I have done for 10+ years. I also save this removed pod in fridge & sometimes make a weaker cup in PM, again flushing after. My first Keurig was still doing fine 8-9 years & I was using a separate cream warmer, but wanted a newer one. I like my Keurig duet with creamer attached. Thanks for review. Jeanne
This model stopped working. replaced once by Keurig. Replacement same thing. Keurig this K supreme is junk.;Descaling Problem.? Bought a K-Slim On ebay for 69$ No problem.
We have had our Keurig for years, THANK YOU for the tip about 4 oz hot water, it's cleaning out bits of coffee grounds every time right now!!!
Mine came from Costco with the My K Cup accessory. I use full hot/full strength, usually a 6 oz brew. I've been using the 4oz for a rinse, but I'll have to try the pre-heat. My water res handle cracked after 6 months and got a warranty replacement.
I’m on machine number 4 on this ma hone in a year
Thank god I bought at Costco and no hassle return
I find pump craps out
Big tip : do NOT FOLLOW DESCALING INFO ON BOTTLE… this model requires different instructions
Have you tried any after-market reusable K-Cups for the Supreme Plus coffee maker that you'd recommend? I'd like a set of four that work well, but at around $10 a pop for a Keurig K-Cup that gets pricey fast.
Strange, my Keurig supream plus came with a 5 hole my K-cup insert unit.
Hey Terry, it's looking like a few retailers are selling bundled units, I'm pretty sure Costco has been one of them this fall but it you go to regular old department stores or over on Amazon I pretty much only see the non-bundled units. The one I bought I got from my local Walmart and it did not come with any accessories other than the charcoal filter. Glad you got yours though, IMO all of these units should come with a 5-point my k-cup adapter lid at the very least.
Mine did as well and it also had a “lever” that does the pre puncture for you which is my favorite feature of the K supreme!
So did mine! Bought mine from QVC and got 48 k-cups with it!
We bought ours a C-tire and it did not come with the universal K-cup. :(
great tips thank you. Question - I can't tell when the temp and the strength setting is at its highest. is it at one black square, two black squares or when it's blank? the instructions show the picture but doesn't explain .
My Keurig K-Supreme is asking for a descale....When I go into descaling mode. If I push the flashing K nothing happens. Thoughts as to whats going on.?
It’s garbage. It worked for about a year, and no matter how much I descale it, it cuts out sometimes on the triple bold setting. It’s time to throw it away and stop losing money on ruined k cups and descaling solutions. I’ll never buy a premium keurig again.
I don't know what Keurig's intent is for the 3 temp settings, your video and just a dad's video are thinking it is supposed to be the temp of the coffee in the cup, but i remember hearing about extraction of coffee flavor and increasing the temp for the grounds during the brew to get maximum extraction with certain beans so there is possibly more flavor in your cup, not higher temp coffee in the cup.
For $219.99 they could of added a bigger screen with more temperature settings
Ours came with basically zero instructions, and it will not brew a 12 oz cup, the 12 oz setting only fills a 6 oz cup? Are we doing something wrong??
My machine worked well for two months and now spits while brewing and only puts out 8oz when I ask for 12...has anyone had issues with the kind of water to use? We have well water plus a water softener water, any issues?
It's quicker to just microwave your coffee for 10s instead of extra spending 60s to brew 4oz
I've gone through 3 of these . I've had many keurigs this one is terrible for temp. Wouldn't recommend this one .
Mine continues to say ‘Add Water’. So I do, open the lid, close it in pod and it continues to say Add Water. I unplugged it for a whole day and same. Unplugged for a week, works through 2 water refills and today, Add Water and no coffee for me this morning. I hate this one.
I bought twice in Costco and I couldn’t drink because smell like melted plastic . Brought back I tried second time exactly same.
Why is allowed to sell in Canada?
I’ve always use rinsing out the machine after brewing a cake cup, keeps it clean I wasn’t aware of the preheating cause I get my coffee put it in a pot and boil it so I will have coffee and it lasts for hours
How has yours held up in the last three years. I have read lots of complaints about them dying prematurely? Perhaps your two a day rinse made a difference but to me that is wasting water and electricity. In summer I can use the water in my garden and house plants, but no garden in winters here.
I’ve had my Keurig VUE coffee machine for many years now and I’ve been using it with the K-cup adapter. It allows me to set the brew temperature to 197° and, from what I’ve seen, this is the ONLY Keurig brewer that has this high of a brew temperature. I’ve been brewing Newman’s Own Organic French Roast for years now (solely), and it tastes fantastic. However, I’ve been really interested in the new Keurig K-Supreme Plus for awhile now because I thought the multi stream technology would make for an even better tasting cup of coffee. Well, I decided to buy one the other night because Target had them on sale for only $149, and I’ve not had good results so far. On my VUE, I would set my temperature to 197° and brew a 6oz cup with the strong button and it came out perfectly every time. I’ve tried all of the possible settings for temperature and strength on the K-Supreme Plus and the coffee ALWAYS comes out tasting flat and lifeless. I tested the water temperature of both brewers with my quick read thermometer and the VUE is almost 10° hotter than the K-Supreme Plus. Knowing what I know about coffee, that difference in temperature can definitely make a difference in taste profile. Is there anything you’d recommend to help me brew a better cup with this K-Supreme Plus? If not, do you know of any single serve brewers that brew at around 200°? Thanks!
You could try the keurig supreme plus smart, it has 5 different strength and temp controls
Stay away from this crappy machine!! My second Supreme plus just pooched itself today after just only four months of ownership. My first only lasted two months. Both were bought from Costco in Southern Ontario. The first one was replaced by Costco because it failed within their warranty period of 90 days. Keurig is replacing my second one. Total junk IMHO.
My first one died after' 1 month. Purchased at Costco, but Keurig replaced it in 2 days. the one they sent has been working great for several months. Hope I don't jinx myself as I will be descaling for the first time tomorrow.
Had two of these, both broke during the second descaling. I think the heat/steam fries the electronics. Wen't back to a cheaper version. Not as nice, but it's ONLY coffee.
In all seriousness, there is something to be said for simplicity. Until I (very recently) bought a K-Supreme Smart Plus we used Keurig 2.0. No complaints about the coffee. A simple and straightforward device by comparison. The 2.0 brewed a lot of coffee for us but it did begin to leak on the countertop intermittently. I was a little sad on the day we decommissioned the 2.0 because it had served us very well.
Regarding the myKcup, my K-Supreme Plus did include a myKcup. I purchased at Costco and they always have bundled type packaging. One of the first things I noticed about the new myKcup (after removing the unecessary holder that was literally taped to it) was that EVERYthing about it is identical to the old universal myKcup EXCEPT the lid. I would love to see Keurig offer replacement lids for sale in the new style rather than having to buy all new components. Because this is my regular method of brewing I have multiple units so I can clean and let dry between uses. I usually set up 3 at a time and keep them in an airtight container so I can grab and brew as easily as my husband does with his premade k-cups. For now, I'm still doing that and using the old lids to keep coffee from dumping out if they tilt, then switching just the lid when it's time to brew, but seriously? how hard would it be to just sell the new lid and keep the rest out of landfills?
I am astonished over the waste associated with using this machine. The cost of brewcups and the trash from the throwaway items is enough from me to give this thing a 0 rating. Jeez, I spent $99.00 for a machine to make me a cold, tasteless cup of coffee!
I contacted Keurig to get to the bottom of the temperature adjustment settings. They are indeed a sham, the range is 170f - 172f, not ever a precept able difference. I'm guessing the water heeater on these got cost reduced somewhere between the drawing board and the assembly line.
Descale is the most annoying part of this machine. Make that the flashing Descale banner that will not go away...even after Descaling!
I just bought a new one from Costco but the strenght and temperature display does not show any info as compared to what you showed. May I ask why is this.
Just got 1. Coffee is cold..
Going back to costco.
It's junk...
I have a Keurig K155. In the cup, my temp (set to max) is a steady 185, and 193 degrees in the output stream. If 169's is the highest, not sure I would find that acceptable-- a defective unit? Granted the Supreme is slower with the wider flow, but why not put the thermometer end right in the water stream before it hits the cup/grounds, and compare that to the stream in a hotter K unit?
You’re very passionate about your cup joe...you won a like and subscribe from me..
How do you take the pitcher off like that without water draining out the bottom hole? Is our flawed? Or are we idiots?
My machine came with the new k-cup, was at the bottom of the box under the brown paper
Found your tips for this coffee maker helpful. Planning to watch the other ones. I just picked up this exact model - K-Supreme Plus last night for $25 off of FB Marketplace. Got it up and running this morning but immediately found out it was showing "Descale" / So I found other videos about that and while it was going through the process (I used vinegar) I was wondering > Did I buy a lemon??? --- Nope. After going through the descale cycle it sure enough *STOPPED* showing me the descale message. I was able to get my 3 settings "set" , that works. What I learned from your video > 1) The "sold separately" coffee grounds specialty cup / I was a little relieved to find out it is indeed sold separately and that the seller didn't actually screw me over or leave out missing parts. I gotta order one if I want to go that route. Fine. Cool. 2) You explained the strength setting and the temp setting very well. I learned what the heck the strength button actually does and will likely program all 3 settings with the highest strength setting. 3) Your temp settings / + 4oz preheat tip was helpful. Will likely set that as program setting #1. #2 will be used for "make my freakin' coffee now please." ---- I also learned about the coffee filters in the water jug. I'll need to order some but thankfully they are really cheap on Amazon. Made 2 cups of coffee this morning. Found out 8 oz isn't enough for me, while 12oz is maybe too much. (Lost some flavor punch) - So I'll probably split the difference and get used to 10 oz setting. Good job, good video, good tips and lessons. Thumbs up. If it only lasts 6 months - I still got a steal at $25. Unit looks brand new. Other than having to descale (which worked) / I think I got a great deal.
I see you posted this a month ago. Can you please give an update?
I've read where some people have had to descale weekly, or issues with it just shutting down after a few uses, never to turn on again. Just curious how it has held up for you.
Okay there is one major problem with Keurig! It does not heat the water to the ultimate temperature for coffee which is 195°F. I checked the temperature of the water, with my meat thermometer, as it was dripping out because I know the water temperature will drop dramatically once it is in your glass mug. The highest temperature setting only heated the water to 180°F.
Your brewer should maintain a water temperature between 195°F to 205°F for optimal extraction. Colder water will result in flat, under-extracted coffee, while water that is too hot will also cause a loss of quality in the taste of the coffee.
Totally agree. Have you found a single serve maker that can get close to that temp?
Can you see the water bubbles in the water reservoir? Mine has a ton of water bubbles
why do you need your coffee to be so hot that you need to wait to drink it?
Hi, I am having two issues with my new Keurig supreme plus that I bought from Costco last week. The brewing stream is too weak, if I put the cup down on its stand, the splashing drops scatter on the machine front and also down on the carpet etc until I hold it closer to the brewing spot. Also, when I press the brewing button, it releases water into the cup for about 7-8 seconds which makes it dilute. I returned the first machine back for both the reason and got replacement but this too has the same issues....I called the customer service of Keurig Canada, it is a terrible customer service, they do not have much product knowledge and language barrier to understand and communicate. If you please let me know if this is the manufacturing defect? My old Keurig coffee maker 2.0 which is about 7-8 years old makes great coffee with good downpour stream and right away starts to brew the coffee instead of water in the beginning. Please help otherwise I have to return this machine again and get to some other brand. The taste of coffee with this machine is better the old machine and also it is stainless steel which look beautiful. Thank you.
I’ve ordered this machine and waiting on delivery. I’m already sorry I did after all the negative reviews. I too have noticed on videos including this one that when it starts brewing, there’s only water pouring for a few seconds. It doesn’t make sense if the water is supposed to be filling the cup. None of my machines have ever done this. It would be nice to know if this is just another defect. I’ll test my machine when it arrives and if it does the same, I will be calling Keurig to see if I can get a straight answer.
Mine couldn’t even turn on now , it’s only less than 2 years , don’t know how to fix it .
So pre brew and use 3 8oz shots instead of 2 12oz shots still 24oz
Very helpful. Thx! Did you have issues with your coffee having a plastic taste?
Did you get rid of the plastic taste? Mine tastes like plastic I’ve been trying to run numerous cycles to get it out
@@brucejones8961 I did but the machine broke within a month so I returned it
This machine is way overpriced and a piece of junk.
Does anyone think this thing is slower than a turtle? I am replacing an old machine and today using this machine the first time. It’s SO slow though.
Yes! and it splashes all over the back and my counter!
I also just found out because you said you had different sizes for different things! my girlfriend uses the machine too so I have two settings one for coffee @ 8oz and one for ramen @ 12oz. If you click a setting that has your prefered strength and temperature you can just change the size and start it that way as well! Thought that was cool
I picked this up at Costco for $99 (normally $135 but on sale right now) and it came with the new My K-Cup adapter, the filter, and 15 sample K-Cups. So far I really like this compared to the one we have at the office. I too found myself using the 4oz as the cleaning rinse pretty quickly. :)
All of you Costco customers are really getting a great deal; I haven't seen this in person sold for less than $139 locally and that was without a bundle - I bought mine full price for somewhere around $169! I get a lot of people watching my videos on Keurig products but even they don't give me anything. lol
I just scored a k supreme plus bundle for $38 before tax and shipping $55 after tax and shipping. How has the machine performed for you?
Did it break yet?
@@DrewTyler15 Ours stopped working at one point. But Keurig replaced it with no issues and the replacement has been working well.
Should I remove the red silicone in the reusable cup before making coffee in the suprem plus? In a previous video you had said to do that if it was being used in a multi stream Keurig.
You should remove the silicone if you are using the new reusable cup in a single-needle machine because it just gets in the way.
I'm pretty sure that you keep the red silicone piece on with a single needle but I need to know if I should leave it off when using the multi stream Keurig. I've only used pods so far but when I do finally use it I want to do it the right way. I'm pretty sure you leave the piece off but just waiting to hear back from Bryan.
@@uverse2 I d like to know the same.
I usually preheat my coffee tumbler and my coffee cream! I never really noticed the heat problem with the water!
save your money..this machine is junk..
How many models use that multi stream feature?
Man....I'd sure like to know what the secret is to a long life with these machines! I always descale my K Supreme Plus when the Descale light comes on, and (until now) have always changed out the filter every month. (I'm now running it without the filter, but am finding no filter doesn't seem to change anything).
Yet, for some reason, I'm on my 4th K-Supreme Plus coffee maker! Each one has malfunctioned within the manufacturer's warranty period, so I haven't had to purchase the machine 4 times...Keurig has replaced it after each malfunction.
What happens to me (and I don't know how common this fault is) is that, over time (usually within 3-7 months) the machine starts to brew less than the desired amount. Typically, what happens is that it starts to brew 8 ounces on the 10 ounce setting...and each setting seems to brew 2 ounces less than it should. (The first malfunction, in addition to what I've previously described, actually resulted in a machine that wouldn't even turn on).
I'd also like to point out that cleaning the upper needles in these machines isn't very easy, as the holes are sometimes tucked under the rubber housing, making them difficult to find (much less clean out).
While Keurig does honor their warranty, it's still a pain in the butt. It requires a phone call to Keurig support, where the call center individual has you run thru all the troubleshooting steps you've already done. At the end of this, the individual says they will order a new unit for you. Then you have to wait approximately 10-14 days for the new unit to arrive.
So maybe it is a good machine, and I've just had freakishly bad luck with these?
How did you get your Keurig replaced? Did you have to send back the defective one first or did Keurig send you a replacement?
@@ccchhhrrriiisss100 You have to call Keurig support. They have a "script" they have to follow, so they'll have you doing some things you've probably already done, like descale, purge water from the line, etc. After that, and if they agree to replace the unit, they'll send you a replacement brewer, and a shipping tag to return your broken one. My experience has been it takes about a week to 10 days to get the replacement brewer.
Doubt it. Too many of the same complaints everywhere you look.
I’ll tell you what. My folks use keurigs but when I had my first slow pour cup of coffee I was a changed man, I only do slow pour
I'm assuming you are talking about pour-over coffee? Yeah, that's generally a lot better than Keurig coffee but the slow drip on the K-Supreme Plus is getting closer especially if you are using your own coffee grind.
@@TopOffMyCoffee Yeah pour over, thats what I meant sorry. Man, I've never had such a good cup of coffee until I tried that. I think I still have to perfect the way I do it but its getting there.
I haven’t tried pour over but French press with fresh ground beans is my favorite.
Kuerig is for a quick cup of coffee though.
Is your Keurig supreme still working?
My husband decided to get me a new machine for Christmas . I had a 2.0 that ran fine . He was worried the internal parts could be getting moldy . I was surprised how slow it brews , but it makes sense , the longer the contact with the coffee the better the coffee. So I’ll have to wait longer for my coffee . The one big thing is it splash’s a lot . I certainly can just wipe the counter but I noticed it right away . I’m not getting rid of my 2.0 , I’ve heard others say this new machine burns out fast ?? Has anyone had this happen . I’m s Starbucks k-cup fan, The stronger the coffee the better
I’ve ordered mine and read customer reviews only after the fact. I haven’t received it yet but there are many complaints of this machine shutting down especially during the descale cycle. The splattering is also a concern so if this model gives me too much trouble, I may have to return and look at another model or brand.
I use the microwave to warm up my cups.Running the machine at 4 oz sounds good too.
Thank you for this. Did you fine any issues with the taste of the water with tea? I found it tasted a tad plasticy? Maybe because its new. Just replaced an 8 year old Keurig.
I taste that flavor with my coffee when I use this machine. It's a shame, because everything else about this machine is great.
I like mine very much, but I don't use the filter. One reason is because my drinking water is already filtered through my LG refrigerator, filters I diligently change every 6 months or so. Secondly, the little bean-bag type carbon filters from Keurig add a nasty taste to the hot water/coffee that passes through the machine. When I first got my Keurig K-Supreme Plus I soaked the filter, rinsed it (per instructions)... but was grossed out by the awful taste after brewing the first cup. I dumped the water, soaked and re-rinsed the filter, same issue on cup #2. So I thought "why do I even need this filter? my water is already filtered" and threw the bean-bag in the trash. Coffee tastes great now, as it should. Besides the taste of the water that gets passed through (or beneath!) this filter, the way it's implemented is goofy. The flat side of the little bean-bag just lightly sits over the port that your water passes into the machine through. Water never really goes all the way through the thickness of the filter; it just seeps beneath it. Kind of a dumb design.
Based on the date of your post, seems you’ve had the machine for a while. Any problems since?
My old Keurig brews at 190 or so.. did they make them less hot in the newer versions?
My testing was lower and is always lower but I'm starting to suspect my thermometer may be off a tad so I'll be redoing temperature testing this fall on all of the machines (I own them all) with a new thermometer or two. I'd like to compare temperature gauges to ensure I'm giving out the best info possible.
Thank you so much. Your videos have been invaluable in helping me make the best choice for my home! I was finally ready to upgrade from the K15 Mini I received as a gift a couple years ago. It has served our home well, but hubby needed a small and simple replacement at work and I was happy to let him take it. We were delighted to find the K Supreme Plus (Costco bundle with filter, My K-Cup, and 15 K-Cup pods) still available at our local warehouse and quickly bought it for our anniversary. I unboxed set up as and performed the initial cleaning before bedtime. This morning I enjoyed the most flavorful cup of coffee. My current favorite KCup blend is Green Mountain single origin Kenyan Highlands. 🤗☕
The 4 oz setting is very useful for those of us with Thermos-type coffee cups. Unfortunately, the 12 oz setting swill not fill the cup, but you can lift the lid, then reseat it and brew an additional 4 oz to bring the coffee level to the top. -A work around, but one that works for me!
Not recommended as it can and will plug your needles
The temperature is concerning to me. I’ve already ordered this machine and will receive it in a few days. I like hot coffee but if this machine does not brew hot, it will be a deal breaker. This is, however, the first time this has been mentioned after watching other videos and reading reviews. The only thing that was mentioned is that the coffee will definitely cool once it hits the cup which is understandable but just hope it’s not enough to make a bad cup.
I’m including an update here. I received this machine today. Wow! What a let down. It looks and feels like a toy and with the problems mentioned not just here but in many other pages, it’s a no go. I’m sending it back.
i love my 4 ounce cup of coffee.. good tips here...thank you.
This is my first ever keurig!! How many cups of coffe per pod will it do? One? I’m so lost but I’m looking forward to fresh hot coffee n no more star buck lines!
only brew one cup of coffee per pod. I recommend my viewers and readers on my website to only brew between 6 and 8oz cups per k-cup or up to 10oz from the Universal My K-Cup. I have a video from a week or two ago where I brewed one 12oz cup from a single k-cup but split it into roughly 2oz portions and you can see how terrible the coffee looks if you start brewing more than 8 to 10oz from one k-cup. Check it out. Thanks for your comment Cynthia!