Which is better for a household of two or more?

The KBGT. It brews 40 oz in one 4 to 6 minute cycle, and the thermal carafe keeps the rest hot. The Cup-One makes 10 oz at a time, so a second person means a second brew.

Which is better if I only drink one cup a day?

The Cup-One. You brew exactly 10 oz into your own mug and never pour out a half pot. It also takes less counter space.

Is the KBGT worth the extra $79?

Only if you use the capacity. At $327.98 versus $249.00 as of November 4, 2026, the premium buys the 40 oz batch, the thermal carafe, and the drip stop. For single-mug drinkers that money is wasted.

Do both use paper filters?

Yes. The KBGT takes #4 cone filters and the Cup-One takes #1 filters. The Cup-One includes 3 boxes, enough for 240 cups; the KBGT does not include filters.

How long do these last?

Both carry a 5-year warranty, and Technivorm stocks replacement parts and repairs Moccamasters for the life of the brewer. The KBGT's copper heating element and metal housing are built for years of daily use.

Can I brew into a travel mug with either?

The KBGT's carafe comes with a travel lid, so you can brew a pot and carry it. The Cup-One brews directly into your mug, but the mug is sold separately and there is no drip stop.

Technivorm Moccamaster KBGT Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker vs Moccamaster Cup One Coffee Maker

Buy the KBGT if you brew for two or more people and want a full 10-cup thermal carafe that stays hot for hours. Buy the Cup-One if you drink one 10 oz mug a day and want no pods and no leftover coffee. The KBGT's best new price is $327.98 at Amazon as of November 4, 2026, and the Cup-One's is $249.00 at Home Outlet Direct the same day. The gap is about $79, and you pay it for capacity, not for better coffee.

Today the Moccamaster Cup One Coffee Maker costs $78.98 less at its best price.

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