The single cup brewing systems are gaining in popularity every day. So much so, that you may be a bit overwhelmed when you try to select the one that will be the best for you. Take a look at the different types and you should not have any trouble today finding quite a variety on hand in department and specialty stores. They are widely available in Target, Dillards, and Macy's as well as some home supply and grocery stores.

Look on line for reviews of the different coffee brewing systems and compare on-line prices with those of local stores. Then you need to evaluate the cost of the coffee that you will use. K-Cups, the vacuum packed portions of coffee were designed and patented to work with the Keurig brewers. They can be compared to the paper coffee pods which earn varying reports. Some say the coffee brewed with the pods is stale or weak while others are satisfied. The proof is in the taste and flavor of the cup - for you.

Compare the ease of operation and the reports of the machines reliability. All Keurig machines have the same brewing system, although the more expensive models may have a few extras, like a larger water reservoir or a digital clock. Here's how the Keurig machine works:

The K-Cup acts like a mini-brewing system in a tiny cup.

• Pop a K-Cup into the brew head.
• Each K-Cup acts as a miniature drip-style filter.
• Choose the brew volume, which varies according to your machine.
• Place your cup on the small tray at the base of the brewer.
• Sensors detect that your cup is in place.
• Press the brew button.
• Water is heated and delivered to the brew head.
• The K-Cup is pierced and a stream of pressurized hot water is forced through the coffee.
• Coffee is delivered to your cup in less than a minute.
• Remove K-Cup and toss it in trash.
• The Keurig is ready to make another cup of coffee.

To me, the most important consideration is the quality of the coffee the machine brews. After all, a good cup of coffee each time is what you really want. The Keurig brewers, no matter which model you choose, win raves for brewing delicious coffee.