Ninja DualBrew Hot & Iced Coffee Maker CFP101 Review

Pods and grounds from one machine, hot or over ice, in nine grounds sizes plus a 12-cup glass carafe

Coffee pods for a quick cup and ground coffee for a full 12-cup carafe both run through the Ninja DualBrew Hot & Iced CFP101, a pod coffee maker that can brew either one over ice. Four pod sizes and nine grounds sizes run from a small cup to a full pot, and the warming plate keeps the carafe hot for up to four hours.

Spec-led review. Built from the manufacturer’s published specification and price rather than hands-on testing. Figures we could not find stated are left blank instead of estimated. Updated when we get one in.

Where you can buy itUS confirmed

Confirmed on Amazon US, which is where this link points. Availability in other Amazon stores has not been checked, and a regional store may substitute a different product.

Our rating
6.3/ 10
Decent
8 of 8 scored, out of 95.5 points · 4.5 not judgeable from specs

How we rate pod & capsule machines : what each criterion measures, and what we cannot.

Drink Quality (pump pressure not published)6.3 / 10
worth 13.5 of 95.5 · 4.5 unpublished · thinly evidenced
how we got 6.3

what this measures, and what we cannot

What it was scored onScored from specs that predict this rather than measure it. 27% published.
Pump pressurenot published in this category—
Capsule systemnot in our data1.5 / 3.0
Milk systemnot in our data1.25 / 2.5
Drink sizesGrounds: 9 sizes from Small Cup to Full Carafe; pods: 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz2.0 / 2.0

The rows that apply here are worth 7.5 between them and this one took 4.75, which is 6.3 out of 10. That 0 to 10 result is what the criterion's 13.5 of 95.5 points are then scaled by.

The 5.5 points we could not find a figure for are scored at the middle of the scale rather than as a zero, which awards 2.75 of them: the greyed figures above. We will not guess a specification and we will not mark the product down for our own missing research.

Capsule System & Choice6.8 / 10
worth 16 of 95.5 · thinly evidenced
how we got 6.8

what this measures, and what we cannot

What it was scored onScored from the specs the maker publishes. 35% published.
Not locked to one suppliernot in our data1.5 / 3.0
Third-party capsulesnot in our data1.75 / 3.5
Reusable capsuleYes, it brews grounds directly3.5 / 3.5

The rows that apply here are worth 10.0 between them and this one took 6.75, which is 6.8 out of 10. That 0 to 10 result is what the criterion's 16 of 95.5 points are then scaled by.

The 6.5 points we could not find a figure for are scored at the middle of the scale rather than as a zero, which awards 3.25 of them: the greyed figures above. We will not guess a specification and we will not mark the product down for our own missing research.

Running Cost Per Cup6.2 / 10
worth 16 of 95.5 · thinly evidenced
how we got 6.2

what this measures, and what we cannot

What it was scored onScored from the specs the maker publishes. 25% published.
Cost per cupnot in our data2.5 / 5.0
Cheaper third-party podsnot in our data1.25 / 2.5
Refillable optionYes, it brews grounds directly2.5 / 2.5

The rows that apply here are worth 10.0 between them and this one took 6.25, which is 6.2 out of 10. That 0 to 10 result is what the criterion's 16 of 95.5 points are then scaled by.

The 7.5 points we could not find a figure for are scored at the middle of the scale rather than as a zero, which awards 3.75 of them: the greyed figures above. We will not guess a specification and we will not mark the product down for our own missing research.

Ease of Use & Speed6.5 / 10
worth 12 of 95.5 · thinly evidenced
how we got 6.5

what this measures, and what we cannot

What it was scored onScored from the specs the maker publishes. 30% published.
Warm-upnot in our data1.5 / 3.0
Auto shut-offnot in our data1.0 / 2.0
Drink sizesGrounds: 9 sizes from Small Cup to Full Carafe; pods: 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz3.0 / 3.0
Milk frothernot in our data1.0 / 2.0

The rows that apply here are worth 10.0 between them and this one took 6.5, which is 6.5 out of 10. That 0 to 10 result is what the criterion's 12 of 95.5 points are then scaled by.

The 7.0 points we could not find a figure for are scored at the middle of the scale rather than as a zero, which awards 3.5 of them: the greyed figures above. We will not guess a specification and we will not mark the product down for our own missing research.

Build Quality & Reliability6.0 / 10
worth 12 of 95.5 · partly evidenced
how we got 6.0

what this measures, and what we cannot

What it was scored onScored from specs that predict this rather than measure it. 70% published.
Weight5.24, published as 11.55 lbs3.0 / 3.0
Warranty1 year1.5 / 4.0
Capsule binnot in our data1.5 / 3.0

The rows that apply here are worth 10.0 between them and this one took 6.0, which is 6.0 out of 10. That 0 to 10 result is what the criterion's 12 of 95.5 points are then scaled by.

The 3.0 points we could not find a figure for are scored at the middle of the scale rather than as a zero, which awards 1.5 of them: the greyed figures above. We will not guess a specification and we will not mark the product down for our own missing research.

Maintenance & Cleaning6.9 / 10
worth 8 of 95.5 · thinly evidenced
how we got 6.9

what this measures, and what we cannot

What it was scored onScored from the specs the maker publishes. 38% published.
No descaling programme needednot in our data1.0 / 2.0
Tank1.77, published as 60 oz, removable3.0 / 3.0
Capsule binnot in our data1.5 / 3.0

The rows that apply here are worth 8.0 between them and this one took 5.5, which is 6.9 out of 10. That 0 to 10 result is what the criterion's 8 of 95.5 points are then scaled by.

The 5.0 points we could not find a figure for are scored at the middle of the scale rather than as a zero, which awards 2.5 of them: the greyed figures above. We will not guess a specification and we will not mark the product down for our own missing research.

Machine Value for Money6.6 / 10
worth 8 of 95.5 · well evidenced
how we got 6.6
Waste & Disposal5.0 / 10
worth 10 of 95.5 · thinly evidenced
how we got 5.0

what this measures, and what we cannot

What it was scored onScored from the specs the maker publishes. 0% published.
Capsule materialnot in our data1.5 / 3.0
Take-back scheme namednot in our data1.0 / 2.0

The rows that apply here are worth 5.0 between them and this one took 2.5, which is 5.0 out of 10. That 0 to 10 result is what the criterion's 10 of 95.5 points are then scaled by.

The 5.0 points we could not find a figure for are scored at the middle of the scale rather than as a zero, which awards 2.5 of them: the greyed figures above. We will not guess a specification and we will not mark the product down for our own missing research.

The verdict

The Ninja DualBrew Hot & Iced Coffee Maker CFP101 brews coffee pods in 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz sizes and grounds in nine sizes up to a 12-cup glass carafe, with Classic, Rich and Over Ice styles for both. It has a 60 oz removable reservoir, Delay Brew and an adjustable warming plate, and Ninja lists it at $169.99.

Pros

  • Brews both coffee pods and coffee grounds
  • Nine grounds sizes plus four pod sizes
  • Classic, Rich and Over Ice styles on both routes
  • 60 oz removable water reservoir
  • Delay Brew and a warming plate with 3 temperatures, up to 4 hours
  • Includes a paper filter kit, glass carafe, pod adapter and scoop

Cons

  • Listed Out of Stock on Ninja's store on 2026-11-02
  • No milk frother described
  • Glass carafe on a warming plate, not thermal
  • One year warranty
  • Pump pressure, brew temperature and dishwasher-safe parts not published
  • Stands 17.4 in tall and weighs 11.55 lbs
From $169.99Warranty 1 year

Ninja sells the DualBrew CFP101 as one machine that takes either a coffee pod or a scoop of grounds, and it brews both hot or over ice. Ninja lists it at $169.99 and showed it as out of stock on its own store on 2026-11-02.

What is the Ninja DualBrew Hot & Iced Coffee Maker CFP101?

It is a pod and carafe coffee maker in one body. Ninja calls it a dual coffee maker: a grounds and pods system with nine grounds brew sizes and four traditional pod brew sizes. You fit the Ninja Pod Adapter when you want to brew a pod, and the grounds adapter with the brew basket when you want to brew from a scoop of coffee. Both routes share the same 60 oz removable water reservoir and the same three brew styles, Classic, Rich and Over Ice.

Ninja also makes one comparison claim: a pod brews faster than on the Keurig K-Elite upon startup. That is the maker's own statement and nobody here has timed it, so treat it as a claim rather than a measurement. The color is listed as Black/Stainless, and the warranty is one year.

Ninja DualBrew CFP101 specs

SpecAs published
BrewingCoffee pods or coffee grounds
Grounds sizes9: Small Cup, Cup, XL Cup, Travel Mug, XL Travel Mug, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 or Full Carafe
Pod sizes4: 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz
Brew stylesClassic, Rich, Over Ice
Carafe12-cup glass
Water reservoir60 oz, removable
Keep warmAdjustable warming plate, up to 4 hours, 3 temperatures
Delay brewYes
Power1,550 watts, 120 volts, 13 amps
Size (L x W x H)13.07 x 12.01 x 17.4 in
Weight11.55 lbs
Cord length29 in
WarrantyOne year limited

Ninja does not publish a pump pressure, a brew temperature or a water-line option for this model, so those are unknown. It is a drip-style brewer with pod support rather than an espresso machine, and Ninja describes no milk frother for it.

How the Ninja DualBrew brews: pods, grounds and iced coffee

The brew style choice is the heart of the machine. Classic is the standard cup, Rich is the stronger setting, and Over Ice is meant for coffee that goes straight onto a glass of ice. Ninja says Over Ice brews fresh over ice so the drink is never watered down. The same three styles apply to a pod and to grounds, which sets this machine apart from a plain pod brewer with a single strength.

On the pod side, you choose from 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz. Ninja calls these traditional pod sizes and describes the machine as brewing from your favorite coffee pods. Ninja does not name a pod brand, so check the pod format against the machine before you buy a case of any one kind. On the grounds side, a small cup is the lowest setting and a full carafe is the top, with a travel mug and an XL travel mug in between. The two travel sizes fill a commuter cup without a second pour.

Because one reservoir feeds both routes, there is only one tank to fill. It lifts out and carries to the sink, and at 60 oz it is sized for a full carafe. Delay Brew lets you set the machine ahead of time, and Keep Warm holds the carafe on a warming plate for up to four hours at one of three adjustable temperatures. Ninja does not state how far ahead Delay Brew can be set.

Ninja DualBrew CFP101 brew sizes and keep warm

The size range is wide. A small cup and a cup sit at the bottom, then an XL cup, then the two travel sizes, and then quarter, half, three-quarter and full carafe settings. That is nine grounds sizes, and the four pod sizes sit alongside them. If you brew one mug most mornings and a full pot when guests visit, the range covers both without a second appliance.

The warming plate is adjustable across three temperatures and holds coffee for up to four hours. A glass carafe on a hot plate is a different thing from a thermal carafe, which holds heat without power. If you drink the pot slowly through the day, the plate keeps it hot but keeps heating it, and that is a trade you accept with any glass carafe.

What is in the box and how to clean it

Ninja lists six items in the box: a Paper Filter Kit, a 12-Cup Glass Carafe, a Ninja Pod Adapter, a Ninja Smart Scoop, a grounds adapter and a brew basket. The paper filter kit and the brew basket mean the grounds route works with paper filters out of the box, and the Smart Scoop is a measuring scoop for the grounds side.

Ninja does not say which parts are dishwasher safe, how often to descale or what the descale routine is. The removable reservoir and the adapters are the parts you would handle most, and the owner's guide is where that answer will be. A machine that swaps adapters has more small parts than a single-route brewer, so allow a little counter or cabinet space for them.

Ninja DualBrew CFP101 vs Keurig K-Duo Gen 2

The nearest rival on this site is the Keurig K-Duo Hot & Iced Single Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker (Gen 2). It also brews pods and a 12-cup glass carafe, has Brew Over Ice, and lists $219.99 against the Ninja's $169.99. Its tank is 72 oz (2.13 litres) against the Ninja's 60 oz, and both of its sides share it. Keurig's pod side and carafe side are separate brewers, while the Ninja uses one brewer with swappable adapters.

The practical difference is the grounds range. The Ninja offers nine grounds sizes including two travel mug sizes, and the Keurig lists four carafe sizes of 6, 8, 10 or 12 cups. Both carry a one year warranty, and neither lists a milk frother. If the Ninja is back in stock at its list price it is the less expensive of the two; if it stays out of stock, the K-Duo is the fair alternative.

Ninja DualBrew CFP101 vs Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio

The Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio offers three modes: a pod single cup, a grounds single cup, or up to 12 cups in the carafe. It has 5 single-serve sizes and a 1.66 litre tank. The Ninja's 60 oz reservoir works out to about 1.77 litres, and it has more sizes in total. The FlexBrew Trio's three modes are the simpler choice; the Ninja's edge is the Rich and Over Ice styles on both routes.

Ninja's own single serve option on this site is the Ninja PB051, which takes K-Cup pods or loose grounds and has a built-in frother, but no carafe. The CFP101 is the one to look at if you want a pot as well as a cup.

Is the Ninja DualBrew Hot & Iced Coffee Maker CFP101 worth it?

At $169.99 list, it is a mid-priced machine that replaces two appliances. The case for it rests on one thing: you will use both the pod side and the carafe side. A household where one person wants a pod and another wants a pot is the clearest fit. If you only ever brew one cup, a single serve machine costs less. If you only ever brew a pot, a plain drip coffee maker costs a good deal less again.

Two cautions apply. The first is stock: Ninja showed it as out of stock on the day this was written, so the price may move when it returns. The second is that nobody has tested this machine for this site, so the claims about brewing faster than a Keurig, and about iced coffee that is never watered down, are Ninja's statements and not findings. What the specs establish is the range of sizes, the three brew styles, the 1,550 watt rating and the warranty.

Who should buy the Ninja DualBrew Hot & Iced Coffee Maker CFP101 (and who should not)

Buy it if you share a kitchen with someone who prefers pods while you prefer grounds, if you want iced coffee brewed over ice without a separate cold brew setup, or if you want a delay brew and a keep warm plate on the same machine as a pod brewer. The two travel mug sizes also suit anyone who fills a commuter cup before leaving.

Skip it if counter space is tight, since it stands 17.4 in tall and weighs 11.55 lbs. Skip it if you want milk drinks from a built-in frother, because Ninja describes none here. Skip it if you want a thermal carafe, because the carafe is glass on a warming plate. And skip it if you only drink one kind of coffee, since the second route would sit unused.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Ninja DualBrew CFP101 brew both pods and grounds?

Yes. Ninja describes it as a grounds and pods coffee system. It ships with a Ninja Pod Adapter for pods and a grounds adapter with a brew basket for ground coffee.

What brew sizes does the Ninja DualBrew CFP101 make?

It lists nine grounds sizes, from a small cup to a full carafe with a travel mug and an XL travel mug along the way, and four pod sizes of 6, 8, 10 or 12 oz.

Can the Ninja DualBrew CFP101 make iced coffee?

Yes. Ninja lists an Over Ice brew style for both grounds and pods, and says the coffee is brewed fresh over ice so it does not taste watered down.

How long does it keep coffee warm?

The adjustable warming plate keeps coffee warm for up to 4 hours, with 3 adjustable temperatures. Delay Brew and Keep Warm are both listed.

How big is the water reservoir?

It is a 60 oz removable reservoir, about 1.77 litres, which you can carry to the sink to fill.

Is the Ninja DualBrew CFP101 in stock?

Ninja listed it as out of stock on 2026-11-02, at $169.99. Stock and price change, so check before you plan around it.

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