The Pod Coffee Makers I Use Every Day Are on Sale for Black Friday

"Pod coffee makers are contentious, but I love them. I'm a big fan of getting caffeine into my system as quickly as possible upon waking up. While I can understand the ritual and ceremony behind crafting a fancy cappuccino or pulling the perfect espresso shot, my morning self simply cannot be bothered. If you, too, believe in the power of the pod, there are tons of pod coffee maker deals for Black Friday."

"The Bruvi BV-01 is my favorite pod-style coffee maker. It's cute as a button, with clean and simple lines and an aesthetically pleasing design that should match any kitchen decor. I like the large touchscreen interface and the built-in wastebasket. My favorite part, though, is that the proprietary B-Pods are biodegradable and designed to break down in a landfill. I don't have to worry about specialty recycling or sending the pods off somewhere to be processed. And yes, the resulting beverage is good, too, be it coffee, tea, or "espresso." (Sale price with coupon.)"

"Sometimes a pod will do, and sometimes you want a whole pot of coffee. Rather than sacrifice double the counter space, consider the Ninja DualBrew Pro. This pod coffee maker can be used with K-Cups or coffee grounds that you supply, and in addition to brewing individual cups of coffee, you can also make entire carafes. There's a built-in milk frother, though you'll need to warm the milk separately, and you can also brew directly over ice if you prefer your coffee cold. While the machine is on the large side, I like that you can reposition the water reservoir to make it fit your countertop more efficiently."

Pod coffee makers prioritize speed and convenience for morning caffeine. Black Friday brings significant discounts on several pod machines and related roundup deals. The Bruvi BV-01 combines a stylish design, large touchscreen, built-in wastebasket, and biodegradable B-Pods that break down in landfill, delivering acceptable coffee, tea, and espresso-style drinks. The Ninja DualBrew Pro accepts K-Cups or ground coffee, brews single cups or full carafes, includes a milk frother, supports iced brewing, and has a repositionable water reservoir to save counter space. The Keurig K-Café Smart Single Serve Coffee Maker is listed as an additional discounted option.

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