I've used a Keurig & a Cuisinart for years. Both were dependable, but the coffee they made (pods or grounds) was always just "ok", and never really hot enough.
This Ninja makes a far richer & hotter cup, and is especially good with grounds, which is what I most often use. It comes out of the machine at around 195F, and is around 175F in your cup when finished. Just right for me.
It doesn't have a selection for just 'hot water', but all you have to do is put the (empty) brew basket in and hit 'brew' (You can also make a decent cup of hot tea by placing a tea bag in the brew basket.)
I use coffee and chicory, which is already stronger than 'regular' coffee. For my first 'test cup' I followed the recommended # of scoops (3), which is probably on point for regular coffee grounds like Folgers, MH, etc. My advice? Use only 1 good scoop with coffee and chicory! It's definitely all you need for a good, strong, cup - and that was using the 'classic' setting.
The 'rich' setting was too strong with my coffee brand (Cafe du Monde), but that setting definitely works as advertised.
With the other maker brands I had to fill the brew basket, and the coffee was never strong enough. Not so with this machine. I'll save $ by having to use about 2/3 less coffee per cup.
I like having the convenience of being able to use pods, when I'm lazy or in a hurry, but I really wanted a machine that would make coffee from grounds that tasted like brewed coffee, and this Ninja does it. Not to mention the pods are so much more expensive.
I have the model without the frother, so I can't comment about that feature.
The appliance looks good, has a very slender footprint (long, but skinny) and it fits under my standard kitchen cabinets, even with the 'lid' fully open. I can even fill it using a pitcher without having to slide it out from under my cabinet, which is really nice. It's close, but it can easily be done.
I've only had it a short time, so I can't speak to how well it'll hold up, if it'll start clogging, etc. But so far, it's the best coffee maker I've had of this type.
It takes a bit longer to brew than my previous makers, but as a result the coffee tastes like real coffee. It's worth waiting an extra minute or so.
Ninja PB041ST Pods & Grounds Single-Serve Coffee Maker, K-Cup Pod Compatible, Brews Grounds, Compact Design, 56-oz. Reservoir
4.3 | 1,711 ratings
Price: 79.99
Last update: 01-09-2025
About this item
BREW WITH PODS OR GROUNDS: Brew a single-serve cup of coffee with grounds for ultimate flavor or with a coffee pod for ultimate convenience in one small footprint.
3 BREW STYLES: Select Classic, Rich, or Over Ice for your grounds or coffee pods.
ULTIMATE BREW VERSATILITY: Brew a 6, 8, 10, or 12-oz. pod brew or choose from a 6, 8, 10, 12, 18, or 24-oz. grounds brew. Brew more drink options vs. a leading single-serve coffee maker.
COMPACT DESIGN AND STORAGE: Sleek, compact design takes up little countertop space, with a storage drawer for the brew basket or permanent filter when not in use.
ICED COFFEE: Brew fresh coffee over ice for a flavorful cup or travel mug that is never diluted.
REMOVABLE RESERVOIR: Features a removable 56-oz. water reservoir for easy refilling.
THERMAL FLAVOR EXTRACTION DUO: Delivers perfect flavor for grounds and pods with even saturation and precise temperature control for ultra-flavorful coffee.
ON-THE-GO CONVENIENCE: Machine accommodates up to a 24-oz. travel mug so you can take your coffee on the go.
WHAT'S INCLUDED: Ninja Scoop, removable brew basket, Ninja pod adapter, permanent filter.
3 BREW STYLES: Select Classic, Rich, or Over Ice for your grounds or coffee pods.
ULTIMATE BREW VERSATILITY: Brew a 6, 8, 10, or 12-oz. pod brew or choose from a 6, 8, 10, 12, 18, or 24-oz. grounds brew. Brew more drink options vs. a leading single-serve coffee maker.
COMPACT DESIGN AND STORAGE: Sleek, compact design takes up little countertop space, with a storage drawer for the brew basket or permanent filter when not in use.
ICED COFFEE: Brew fresh coffee over ice for a flavorful cup or travel mug that is never diluted.
REMOVABLE RESERVOIR: Features a removable 56-oz. water reservoir for easy refilling.
THERMAL FLAVOR EXTRACTION DUO: Delivers perfect flavor for grounds and pods with even saturation and precise temperature control for ultra-flavorful coffee.
ON-THE-GO CONVENIENCE: Machine accommodates up to a 24-oz. travel mug so you can take your coffee on the go.
WHAT'S INCLUDED: Ninja Scoop, removable brew basket, Ninja pod adapter, permanent filter.
Product information
| Brand | Ninja |
|---|---|
| Color | Stone |
| Product Dimensions | 13.07"D x 5.31"W x 13.31"H |
| Special Feature | Dishwasher safe parts |
| Coffee Maker Type | Drip Coffee Machine |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Style | Modern |
| Specific Uses For Product | Espresso |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Brewing coffee and creating coffeehouse-style drinks |
| Exterior Finish | Stone-like finish |
| Included Components | Coffee maker, Ninja Scoop, Removable brew basket, Permanent filter, Ninja pod adapter |
| Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
| Voltage | 1.2E+2 Volts |
| Model Name | Ninja PB041ST |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Package Type | Flat Free Package (FFP) |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Coffee Input Type | Pods and Grounds |
| Manufacturer | SharkNinja |
| UPC | 622356617581 |
| Item Weight | 7.9 pounds |
| ASIN | B0C29LZNLD |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | PB041ST |
| Customer Reviews |
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars
1,711 ratings
4.2 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,557 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #10 in Single-Serve Brewers |
| Date First Available | September 6, 2023 |
Top reviews from the United States
P.J.Makes good, hot coffee. Much better product than my last two brands of coffee makers.
P.J.
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2024
This Ninja makes a far richer & hotter cup, and is especially good with grounds, which is what I most often use. It comes out of the machine at around 195F, and is around 175F in your cup when finished. Just right for me.
It doesn't have a selection for just 'hot water', but all you have to do is put the (empty) brew basket in and hit 'brew' (You can also make a decent cup of hot tea by placing a tea bag in the brew basket.)
I use coffee and chicory, which is already stronger than 'regular' coffee. For my first 'test cup' I followed the recommended # of scoops (3), which is probably on point for regular coffee grounds like Folgers, MH, etc. My advice? Use only 1 good scoop with coffee and chicory! It's definitely all you need for a good, strong, cup - and that was using the 'classic' setting.
The 'rich' setting was too strong with my coffee brand (Cafe du Monde), but that setting definitely works as advertised.
With the other maker brands I had to fill the brew basket, and the coffee was never strong enough. Not so with this machine. I'll save $ by having to use about 2/3 less coffee per cup.
I like having the convenience of being able to use pods, when I'm lazy or in a hurry, but I really wanted a machine that would make coffee from grounds that tasted like brewed coffee, and this Ninja does it. Not to mention the pods are so much more expensive.
I have the model without the frother, so I can't comment about that feature.
The appliance looks good, has a very slender footprint (long, but skinny) and it fits under my standard kitchen cabinets, even with the 'lid' fully open. I can even fill it using a pitcher without having to slide it out from under my cabinet, which is really nice. It's close, but it can easily be done.
I've only had it a short time, so I can't speak to how well it'll hold up, if it'll start clogging, etc. But so far, it's the best coffee maker I've had of this type.
It takes a bit longer to brew than my previous makers, but as a result the coffee tastes like real coffee. It's worth waiting an extra minute or so.
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