So here we are again, sitting and discussing two of the other Keurig coffee maker models and comparing them for a clearer idea and to choose amongst them. There are so many Keurig coffee makers that writing about them can get confusing for me at times as well. But do not worry, I have made myself clear on this and am writing today about two famous Keurig coffee maker models, which will help you to sort the differences and get clarity.
We are talking about Keurig K425 and Keurig K525 coffee maker models, which are quite in demand and they possess almost all required features with them. Let us further learn about their similarities and differences and how to choose one ultimately.
3 Major Differences
Both the coffee maker models are similar in all aspects and they share just 3 major difference.
- Keurig K525 comes with a water filter kit, which is absent in Keurig K425 Plus coffee maker.
- The display screen of Keurig K525 is 2.8 inches, which is 0.4 inches larger than Keurig K425 Coffee Maker.
- The water reservoir capacity is large in K525 as well, which is 80 oz and only 70 oz in K425 coffee maker.
Features Comparison – Keurig K425 vs K525
*Differences marked red*
| Keurig K425 Plus | Keurig K525 | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | ||
| Taste of Coffee | You can choose from the various flavors of K cups. The coffee taste is brewed to perfection and to the required strength and desired taste. | You can choose from the various flavors of K cups. The coffee taste is brewed to perfection and to the required strength and desired taste. |
| Brewing Time | K- cup: 1 minute K- carafe: 3 minutes | K- cup: 1 minute K- carafe: 3 minutes |
| Price | $$ | $$ |
| Dual Brew? | K cup pods with reusable coffee filter | K cup pods with reusable coffee filter |
| Operating Complexity | Easy but Bit tricky for beginners | Easy but Bit tricky for beginners |
| Easy to clean? | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Serving | Single serve | Single serve |
| Cup size option | K cup sizes- 4, 6, 8 and 10 oz, K mug sizes- 12, 14,16 and 18 oz, K carafe sizes- 22, 26 and 30 oz. | K cup sizes- 4, 6, 8 and 10 oz, K mug sizes- 12, 14,16 and 18 oz, K carafe sizes- 22, 26 and 30 oz. |
| Display Screen | Color touch screen - 2.4 inches | XL color touch screen - 2.8 inches |
| Strength Control | Present | Present |
| Programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Auto off | Yes | Yes |
| Color Touch screen | Present | Present |
| LCD screen Signals | Yes. A digital clock is present to tell the brewing time as well. | Yes. A digital clock is present to tell the brewing time as well. |
| Design | ||
| Model Size | 10.4” x 13.6” x 13.5” | 10.4” x 13.6” x 13.45 |
| Water Reservoir Capacity | 70 oz | 80 oz |
| Material of machine (Stainless steel and plastic) | Both | Both |
| Colors Available | Platinum, red and white | Platinum, red and white |
| Removable drip tray | Present | Present |
| Power cord length | Long | Long |
| Compatibility | ||
| Carafe Support | Yes | Yes |
| k carafe pod compatible | K cups, K mugs and K carafe | K cups, K mugs and K carafe |
| Keurig 2.0 packs compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Can brew other companies’ pods? | Yes, Green Mountain coffee | Yes, Green Mountain coffee |
| Can use non 2.0 K-Cups | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptability For My K-Cup | Can brew 10 sizes | Can brew 10 sizes |
| More | ||
| Use Water Filter? | Absent | Water filter starter kit |
| Frothing options | No | No |
| Quiet Brew Technology? | Absent | Absent |
| Save energy option | Yes | Yes |
| Dispenser For Hot Water | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Water Line | No | No |
Pros and Cons of Kuerig K425 Coffee Maker
Keurig K425 coffee maker is quite simple to operate and is extremely suitable for beginners. Many people have experienced a positive result with this coffee maker.
- Brews coffee in less than a minute.
- Brews 10 sizes.
- Temperature settings and strength control present.
- Easy to program.
- Water reservoir capacity can be increased.
- Water filter kit absent.
Check Keurig k425 Complete Review
Pros and Cons of Kuerig K525 Coffee Maker
Keurig K525 has almost all satisfactory features covered within it, but its pros and cons can help us completely understand its review.
- Brews coffee in less than a minute.
- Brews 10 sizes.
- Temperature settings and strength control present.
- Easy to program.
- Digital screen gives complete instructions for brewing.
- Not easily available.
- Highest temperature setting is not appropriate.
Check Keurig k525 Complete Review
Conclusion – Which is Better
With near- to- negligible differences between Keurig K425 and Keurig K525coffee makers, you can choose any one coffee maker amongst both of them and be satisfied. With a slightly larger water reservoir capacity and display screen, K525 also has an included water filter kit, which might be one of the reasons to choose it over K425. If you are not looking for that particular feature to be important, K425 coffee maker is also a win- win!
