Ninja Single-Serve Pods & Grounds Coffee Maker with Integrated Milk Frother Black : Iced Coffee System

A: I use some, coffee tastes fine, easier clean up too

A: I use a small paper filter as it’s easier to clean and have had no issue with it and have had it for around 9 months now. I just bought the small single serve filters off Amazon

A: Manual says not to, but it works fine with the #2 coffee filter. You will have to use it with the permanent filter to recognize it.

A: Yes !! Never ever put coffee grounds down your sink drain , it will cost you a HUGE plumbing bill !

A: This system isn't compatible with paper filters.

A: It can’t but there’s a “specialty” setting that you can use to make a concentrated 4oz coffee similar to espresso. It’s similar to moka pot coffee if you’ve had it.

A: This does not have an espresso setting.

A: yes you can, this was answer on January 1, 2026 stating it was compatible with Ninja PB051 , so i don’t know why another sharkninja product expert gave a different answer

A: No, the Ninja Single-Serve Pods & Grounds Coffee Maker cannot use K-Cup pods. It’s designed for brewing coffee using ground coffee only, not single-serve pods.

A: This unit comes with a 1-year limited warranty. You can contact our team at 1-800-365-0135 if you need any assistance with your Single-Serve.

A: Yep it happened to us! We left the lid open after removing pod & it helped.

A: We appreciate your feedback. We are sorry to learn about the problems you've encountered with your Ninja Coffee Maker. If you would like to discuss how we can assist you regarding this issue, please contact us at 1-800-365-0135, and we will be happy to help you.

A: Although there is no exact temperature we can provide, we confirm that its coffee is as hot as any other specialty's coffee made from other coffee makers in the market.

A: Yes, it has an option to brew a very strong cup. While not a true espresso, I find it to be enough to hold up in a latte type drink.

A: Yes, the coffee maker can make a super-rich coffee concentrate using the Specialty Brew setting, which is designed to mimic the strength and intensity of an espresso shot. While it’s not a true espresso machine, it produces a concentrated brew that works well for drinks like lattes, cappuccinos, and macchiatos when using coffee grounds.

A: I've always knocked out old grounds in compost bucket or trash, NEVER sink. * Then blast with sprayer (filter up side down) before stains set in. Easy Peasy! 😄

A: Yes, it is very easy to clean.

A: The integrated frother on the Pods & Grounds Coffee Maker does not heat the liquid itself. For hot froth, you'll need to preheat the milk first.

A: If your PB051 is leaking from the bottom, the fastest things to check are whether the water reservoir is seated correctly and not cracked, whether the brew‑basket O‑ring is worn or damaged, and whether there are any clogs (like a blocked needle valve), since these are the most common causes of leaks. If you’d prefer help over the phone, you’re welcome to call Ninja Support at 1‑877‑646‑5288 for further assistance.