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Keurig K-Cafe vs Keurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker

Buy the K-Café SMART if you want app control, BrewID pod recognition and finer tuning of strength and temperature. Buy the original K-Café if you want the same latte and cappuccino capability with simple buttons and no Wi-Fi setup. Both froth hot and cold milk and brew 6 to 12 oz cups from any K-Cup, so the coffee itself is close. The SMART adds customization and connectivity; the original is the simpler, more predictable machine.

  • Choose the K-Café if you want a straightforward latte maker with button controls and no app or Wi-Fi required.
  • Choose the K-Café SMART if you want BrewID pod recognition, app brewing and five strength and six temperature settings.

Prices

  • Keurig K-Cafe: $35.00 at Schumann (checked today)
  • Keurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker: $115.00 at 360 N One (last seen Nov 8)
  • Difference: the Keurig K-Cafe is $80.00 cheaper than the Keurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker at the latest prices (Nov 8 and Nov 10)
Keurig
Keurig K-Cafe Single-Serve K-Cup Coffee Maker, Latte Maker and Cappuccino Maker

Keurig K-Cafe

Keurig K-Cafe Single-Serve K-Cup Coffee Maker, Latte Maker and Cappuccino Maker

$35.00at SchumannChecked 5 h ago
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Pros
  • Hot and cold frothing for lattes and iced drinks
  • Works with skim, soy and almond milk
  • Button controls need no phone or account
  • Smaller footprint and lighter
Cons
  • No app, scheduling or voice control
  • Only one strength option and one temperature
  • No pod recognition or guided recipes
Keurig
Keurig K-Cafe SMART Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker

Keurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker

Keurig K-Cafe SMART Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker

4.5(1,389 ratings)
$115.00at 360 N OneChecked Nov 8
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Pros
  • BrewID tunes settings to each pod
  • Five strength and six temperature levels
  • App brewing, scheduling and saved favorites
  • Three frother speeds plus a cold setting
Cons
  • Smart features depend on Wi-Fi and the app
  • Larger footprint
  • More settings to learn

What separates them

Keurig K-CafeKeurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker
ControlsSimple button controlsTouch controls plus the Keurig app
Pod recognitionNone; you pick the brewBrewID reads the pod and suggests settings
Strength settingsStrong Brew on or offFive levels from Balanced to Intense
Temperature settingsSingle brew temperatureSix levels from Warm to Max Hot
FrotherHot and cold froth, dishwasher-safeThree speeds plus one cold setting
ConnectivityNoneWi-Fi, Alexa and Google Home, scheduled brews
FootprintAbout 11.7 in deep, 10 lbsAbout 15 in long, 10.6 lbs
SetupPlug in and brewWi-Fi and app pairing for smart features

Price history

  • Keurig K-Cafe: lowest $35.00 on Nov 10 at Schumann.
  • Keurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker: lowest $199.49 on Nov 10 at The Home Depot.

Prices at every store

Keurig K-Cafe

  • SchumannNew

    In stockShips from Brazil · duties may apply

    $35.00Checked 5 h ago
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  • FairstoreNew

    In stockShips from Canada · duties may applyReturn policy

    $75.00Checked Nov 8
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  • From WhereNew

    In stock

    $195.00+ $9.00 shippingChecked 5 h ago
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  • FairstoreNew

    Availability unknownShips from Canada · duties may applyReturn policy

    $51.00Checked Nov 8
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Keurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker

  • 360 N OneNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $115.00Checked Nov 8
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  • Shop 2u DropshipNew

    In stock

    $234.84Checked 5 h ago
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  • The Home DepotNew

    Availability unknown

    $199.49Free shippingChecked 5 h ago
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    $199.49Free shippingChecked 5 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecKeurig K-CafeKeurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker
Auto off2 hours after the last brew2 hours after the last brew
Cup sizes6, 8, 10, 12 oz.—
Latte shot size2 oz shot—
Water reservoir capacity60 oz—
Milk frothingHot & Cold Froth—
Strength controlYes—
Water tank capacity1.8 qt—
Item depth11.7 in—
Item height4.3 in—
Item width15.3 in—
Item weight10 lbs.—
Voltage120 V—
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SpecKeurig K-CafeKeurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker
Water reservoir—60 oz
Strength settings—five strength settings
Temperature settings—six temperature settings
Frother speeds—three speeds and one cold setting
Product dimensions—14.96" L x 12.2" W x 14.1" H
Product weight—10.6 lbs
Connectivity—Wi-Fi
Voice assist—Amazon Alexa or Google Home
Saved settings—up to 10 custom settings

What reviewers say

Keurig K-Cafe

Owners like the convenience of pod coffee and cafe drinks from one machine, and the cold froth gets frequent praise for iced drinks. Common complaints are weak lattes from the small shot, a frother that needs cleaning after each use, and the machine's size.

What people mention
  • Drink strengthCriticisedOwners say lattes and cappuccinos come out weak because the Coffee SHOT is only 2 oz.
  • Milk frotherMixedThe frother is liked for hot and cold foam but needs cleaning after each use.
  • Iced drinksPraisedThe cold froth setting is a favorite for iced lattes and iced cappuccinos.
  • Ease of usePraisedButton controls and pod brewing make it simple to operate.

Keurig K-Café SMART Coffee Maker

  • 4.5 / 51,389 ratings

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from about 1,389 ratings. Owners praise the café-style drinks, the customization and the app convenience, while a minority mention frother cleaning and connectivity problems.

What people mention
  • FrotherPraisedOwners say the frother turns ordinary pods into café-style lattes and cappuccinos, including cold foam.
  • CleaningCriticisedReviewers complain the frother and its parts need frequent, fiddly cleaning.
  • App connectivityMixedMany like scheduled and remote brewing, but some report pairing failures and dropped Wi-Fi.

Questions and answers

Which makes better lattes?
Both use a concentrated coffee shot and a milk frother, so results are close. The SMART gives you three frother speeds and six temperature settings, which helps if you want to fine-tune texture and heat.
Do I need Wi-Fi for the SMART?
No. It brews from the panel without a connection. Wi-Fi unlocks BrewID recommendations, app brewing, scheduling and voice control.
Which is easier to use every morning?
The original K-Café. Press a cup size, add a shot and froth. The SMART adds steps only if you use the app or custom settings.
Which lasts longer?
Both carry a limited one-year warranty and share Keurig's pod brewer design. Longevity depends more on descaling and cleaning the frother than on the model.
Is the SMART worth stepping up to?
Yes if you want pod-specific settings, scheduled brews and precise strength and temperature control. If you just want coffee and froth, the original covers it.
Do both froth dairy alternatives?
Yes. Both froth skim, soy and almond milk, and both frothers are removable for cleaning.

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Warranty
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Limited 1 Year Warranty
  • CustomizationPraisedUsers value the five strength and six temperature settings and saved favorites.