Keurig K45 vs K55 — what’s the difference between these two nearly identical models?
Currently the K55 is the top selling Keurig coffee maker because it offers affordable, no-frills brewing. There aren’t any fancy features or big digital displays.
It does its job and does it well.
(And it generally costs around $100, which is pretty good for a K-cup coffee maker.)
The K45 offers the same functionality, as our side-by-side comparison table below shows.
Is the K45 or K55 right for you?
Find out below in The Coffee Maven’s Keurig K45 vs K55 Showdown.
Keurig K45 vs K55: The Comparison
| Specification | Keurig K45 | Keurig K55 |
|---|---|---|
| Product Line | Keurig 1.0 Elite | Keurig 1.0 Elite |
| K-Cup Compatibility | Unlicensed K-Cups, Keurig 2.0 licensed K-Cups, this reusable My K-Cup pod | Unlicensed K-Cups, Keurig 2.0 licensed K-Cups, this reusable My K-Cup pod |
| Brew Sizes | 6 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz | 6 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz |
| My K-Cup Pod | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Water Reservoir | 48 oz | 48 oz |
| Water Filter | Included | Compatible but not included |
| Display | Button controls for Brew Size and Power; LED indicators for Add Water, Descale, Heating, Auto-Off and Power | Button controls for Brew Size and Power; LED indicators for Add Water, Descale, Heating, Auto-Off and Power |
| Temp Control | No | No |
| Strength Control | No | No |
| High Altitude Setting | No | No |
| Other Features | Quiet Brew Technology, Auto-On/Off, removable water filter, removable drip tray, comes with K-Cup variety pack | Quiet Brew Technology, Auto-On/Off, removable water filter, removable drip tray, comes with K-Cup variety pack |
| Dimensions | 9.8″ W x 13.0″D x 13.3″H | 9.8″ W x 13.0″D x 13.3″H |
| Weight | 12.0 lbs | 12.0 lbs |
| User Manual | Click here | Click here |
| Price | Check it out! $109.88 | Check it out! from $81.00 |
Keurig K45 vs K55: The Differences
The K45 was discontinued and replaced by the K55, so by features and specifications they’re the exact same machine. The K55 will contain any unspecified modifications to internal components (things like changes to tubing or connectors which aren’t listed on the manual) but for all intents and purposes they’re identical.
The K45 does come with an additional accessory: Keurig’s charcoal water filter starter kit. These sell for around $12 on Amazon (currently $11.99).
Check the prices of the K45 and K55 in the table above to see which is a better deal. All prices in this article update in real time!
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