Head-to-head · Best Single-Serve Coffee Makers

Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus Coffee Machine vs Keurig K-Supreme Plus Smart Single Serve Coffee Maker

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

Verdict is reader-supported. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Some links on this page are affiliate links — if you click through and buy, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Our ratings are sourced from independent publications, not sponsors.

The short answer

Keurig K-Supreme Plus Smart Single Serve Coffee Maker comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.6 vs 4.7). The gap is mostly about users wanting balance of convenience and coffee quality — read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #2 in Best Single-Serve Coffee Makers

Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus Coffee Machine

4.6

3 sources$600as of Aug 1

The Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus draws praise for a user-friendly interface and the range of espresso drinks it can pull. Tom's Guide reports reliable performance, preprogrammed drink options, and intuitive operation. It takes original and third-party capsules, and users like how simple it is to clean. On the downside, it needs regular descaling and has no dedicated iced coffee setting, which will limit it for some buyers.

Strengths

— Preprogrammed with 7 drink options including espresso, cappuccino, and latte
— Intuitive operation with clear machine prompts for milk frothing sequence
— Simple cleaning process with removable drip pan and steam wand

Watch-outs

— Requires descaling every 6 months
— No dedicated iced coffee setting

$600 · Buy at breville.com Full review →

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Single-Serve Coffee Makers

Keurig K-Supreme Plus Smart Single Serve Coffee Maker

4.7

2 sources$199.99as of Jul 31

The Keurig K-Supreme Plus Smart Single Serve Coffee Maker uses Keurig's MultiStream technology, which punches five holes in a K-Cup pod instead of one to improve extraction. Reviewers said coffee quality benefits, and brew strength, temperature, and drink sizes are all adjustable. Others criticized the brew temperature and extraction time as still short of where they should be. The price is premium, which pushes it out of reach for budget buyers. It fits people who want convenience plus decent coffee quality but don't need the full smart connectivity of the K-Supreme Smart model.

Strengths

— MultiStream technology improves coffee extraction and flavor
— Offers 6 brew size options (6-12 oz) and 5 strength settings
— Includes programmable buttons for saved brewing preferences

Watch-outs

— Brew temperature still too low for optimal extraction
— Extraction time remains insufficient for full flavor development
— Price is fairly high compared to basic models

$199.99 · Check Price on Amazon Full review →

How they stack up

Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus Coffee Machine

The Breville Creatista Plus offers preprogrammed drink options and intuitive operation that the Nespresso Vertuo Next lacks, while also supporting third-party capsules unlike the Nespresso Essenza Mini. However, it requires regular descaling and lacks the milk heating feature that the Ninja DualBrew Pro provides, making it less convenient for users wanting full milk-based drink capabilities.

Keurig K-Supreme Plus Smart Single Serve Coffee Maker

The K-Supreme Plus introduces MultiStream technology that improves extraction quality compared to the Keurig K-Elite and K-Classic, but it's more expensive and still falls short of optimal brew temperatures. Unlike the Ninja DualBrew Pro, it lacks a built-in milk frother, and while it offers more customization than the K-Mini Plus, it's less compact and doesn't support ground coffee brewing.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Breville Nespresso Creatista Plus Coffee Machine	Keurig K-Supreme Plus Smart Single Serve Coffee Maker
Brew Sizes	7	6-12 ounces
Compatibility	Nespresso original and 3rd party	K-Cup pods
Features	Removable drip pan and steam wand	BrewID, MultiStream Technology, and WiFi
Dimensions	8.98"D x 16.41"W x 12.64"H	12.2H x 7.9W x 12D inches
Water Capacity	1.5 L / 50 oz	66 ounces
Brewing Methods	Espresso, coffee, and coffee brewed hot or over ice	hot and iced
Weight	11.5 lb	5.8 lb
Wattage	1500W	—
Voltage	120V	—
Material	—	Stainless Steel

← See the full ranking of best single-serve coffee makers