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The K-Mini’s electric cord wraps up for easy storage and makes for a good travel coffee maker. It also accommodates taller travel cups. Read More

This portable coffee maker is great for just that because it provides a smooth-tasting cup of hot coffee or espresso in just under a minute—or cold brew in just under two minutes. Read More

This high-tech portable coffee maker is for those looking for one with multiple functions. Read More

For a portable coffee maker that’s both reliable and extremely easy to use, this is your best bet. Read More

This is a great portable coffee maker for those who want a versatile, budget-friendly option. Read More

Whether you like to camp every weekend or have been craving an extra cup of coffee during your workday, having a travel-friendly coffee maker for your backpack or desk can often come in handy—especially if you’re a big coffee lover. From high-tech coffee makers to basic designs, you’re sure to find the perfect investment for you in this guide.

To help you find the right portable coffee maker, we shopped a variety of options available online. Based on our research, these are some of the best portable coffee makes you can get on Amazon now. And here are some of the best coffee makers that aren’t necessarily made for traveling, but are great stationary options for your kitchen.

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I personally have been using a Keurig for years, and can attest to how great this brand is. Keurig products are easy to use and can make you a cup of coffee in no time, especially when you’re in a rush. As for this portable one, reviewers say it’s easy to use and great for traveling or for small spaces such as an office desk. Its five-inch-wide design and 12-ounce liquid capacity makes this coffee maker very compact. It even has space for you to place a mug—up to seven inches tall—for one or two cups of fresh-brewed coffee. What’s even better: it automatically shuts off after 90 seconds to save energy.

Comes in several color schemes

We all need a nice caffeine boost every now and then, especially if we’re on the road or waking up early in the morning at a campsite with friends. This portable coffee maker is great for just that because it provides a smooth-tasting cup of hot coffee or espresso in just under a minute—or cold brew in just under two minutes. It comes with a mug and lid that can also be used as a travel case, and it can make one to three cups of coffee at a time. Most customers like it, but they don’t see it as anything too extravagant. As far as its construction and sturdiness, reviewers say it’s just okay.

Easy to use and clean

Build quality is just okay

This high-tech portable coffee maker is for those looking for one with multiple functions. It has a built-in rechargeable battery, an LED indicator for low battery and temperature, and a feature that blocks boiling if it detects no water inside. In addition, the stainless-steel water tank can brew one to two ounces of espresso or a hot cup of coffee in three or four minutes. It’s compatible with NS capsules as well as ground coffee. This coffee maker is compact and comes with a carry bag for convenient traveling.

Works best on a full battery charge

For a portable coffee maker that’s both reliable and extremely easy to use, this is your best bet. It has a convenient one-button start feature that can boil up to 50 milliliters of water at once. It’s very packable and therefore great for life on the road or backpacking trips. A few customers describe it as slow to charge and heat up, but it’s cool that you can utilize your car charger to recharge the battery—which is great for folks who take a lot of road trips. It’s lightweight and compact, so you won’t break your back carrying it.

Can be slow to charge and heat up

This is a great portable coffee maker for those who want a versatile, budget-friendly option. With this one, you can add any coffee beans or roast to it. And many customers say it makes great espresso. It can also brew up to 50 milliliters of water and is fairly easy to use. The only downside is you have to add boiling water to it; it doesn’t come with an internal heat-up feature, meaning you need to have a portable water boiler handy as well. Overall, this portable coffee maker is compact, lightweight, and great for the price.

Does not heat up water

Lily Hartman is a staff writer at Reviewed. In her free time, she enjoys hiking the White Mountains, running at the beach, and strength training at the gym.

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