Which is better for a household with mixed tastes?

The Original Donut Shop Regular. Its mild, balanced medium roast suits most drinkers, while the Great Value Colombian is darker and fruitier.

Which has the stronger coffee?

The Great Value Colombian. It is a medium-dark roast with a bolder, more aromatic cup; Donut Shop Regular is a milder medium roast.

Does the Great Value coffee work in a Keurig?

Yes. The pods are made for major single-serve brewers, including Keurig K-Cup machines.

Which lasts longer on the shelf?

Both are sealed pods with long shelf life. Donut Shop lists a 365-day shelf life; the Great Value bag holds 100 pods, so it lasts longer in daily use.

Is Donut Shop worth stepping up to over the store brand?

If you want a smoother, more neutral cup and a recognized brand, yes. If you prefer a darker Colombian roast and a bigger supply, the Great Value pods are the better fit.

Is either coffee Kosher?

The Original Donut Shop Regular is certified Orthodox Union Kosher. Great Value does not state Kosher certification.

Great Value 100% Arabica Colombian Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee Pods, 33.1 oz, 100 Count vs The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cups

Buy the Great Value Colombian if you want a big box of medium-dark, fruity Colombian coffee and don't mind a store brand. Buy The Original Donut Shop Regular if you want a milder, sweeter, unflavored medium roast that guests and family will drink without complaint. The Donut Shop pods have the better-known name and a smoother, more neutral cup; the Great Value pods are darker, more aromatic and come in a much larger count. Owners rate the Great Value pods higher on average, but the Donut Shop pods are the safer crowd-pleaser.

Choose the Great Value Colombian if you drink dark, fruity coffee daily and want a large supply of compatible pods.
Choose The Original Donut Shop Regular if you want a smooth, balanced medium roast that suits most drinkers.

Prices

The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cups: $16.79 at Target (last seen Nov 1)

Great Value 100% Arabica Colombian Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee Pods, 33.1 oz, 100 Count

What separates them

	Great Value 100% Arabica Colombian Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee Pods, 33.1 oz, 100 Count	The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cups
Roast	Medium-dark, stronger and more aromatic	Medium, milder and smoother
Flavor profile	Colombian, bright and fruity	Classic unflavored, balanced and slightly sweet
Pod count	100 pods	18 or 24 pods depending on the box
Machine compatibility	Fits major single-serve brewers	Keurig K-Cup brewers
Brand reputation	Store brand, less established	Keurig-made, widely recognized
Owner ratings	4.7 from about 36,000 ratings	4.5 from about 3,600 ratings
Kosher certification	Not stated	Certified Orthodox Union Kosher
Brew size	Standard single-serve cup	Brews up to 12 oz

Specs compared

Spec	Great Value 100% Arabica Colombian Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee Pods, 33.1 oz, 100 Count	The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cups
flavor	Colombian	Unflavored
count_per_pack	100	18
size	9.4g	7.0 fl oz
Roast	Medium-Dark Roast	Medium Roast
Container Type	Bag	Box
multipack_quantity	1	—
Type	Ground	—
Region Of Origin	South America	—
Brand	—	The Original Donut Shop
Roast type	—	Medium
Works with	—	Keurig
Caffeine designation	—	Naturally Caffeinated

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Spec	Great Value 100% Arabica Colombian Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee Pods, 33.1 oz, 100 Count	The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cups
Piece count	—	18
Total count	—	18
Product net content parent	—	7.02
Shelf life	—	365 Days
Manufacturer	—	keurig
Product net content uom	—	Ounce
Product line	—	Keurig Hot
Food form	—	Pieces
Weight	—	0.45 lbs
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Great Value 100% Arabica Colombian Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee Pods, 33.1 oz, 100 Count vs The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cups

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Great Value 100% Arabica Colombian Medium Dark Roast Ground Coffee Pods, 33.1 oz, 100 Count vs The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cups

Prices

The Original Donut Shop Regular K-Cups

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