Coffee Pods Market Report 2025

This Coffee Pods market report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market’s characteristics, size, and growth, including segmentation, regional and country-level breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends, and strategies. It also tracks historical and forecasted market growth across various geographies.

The coffee pods market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $6.83 billion in 2024 to $7.13 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to convenience, busy lifestyles, flavor variety, sustainability concerns.

The coffee pods market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.25 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to premiumization, e-commerce and dtc (direct-to-consumer), emerging markets, health and wellness trends, home office culture. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements, sustainability and eco-friendly pods, flavor innovation, health and wellness pods, smart coffee machines, private label and store brands, café-style experience at home, functional coffee pods.

The projected growth in the working population is set to drive increased demand for convenience products, leading to a significant uptick in the coffee pods market. As an example, data from September 2022, provided by the US-based government agency, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, indicates that the number of employed women aged 16 and above increased from 72,295,000 in September 2021 to 74,349,000 in September 2022. This expanding working population is expected to result in a heightened desire for coffee pods and other convenient products during the forecast period, thus contributing to the growth of the coffee pods market.

Anticipated lifestyle changes are poised to be a key driver in the coffee pods market's growth moving forward. Lifestyle changes encompass modifications in the way individuals or groups live, including their behaviors, habits, daily routines, and choices. These lifestyle shifts are closely aligned with consumer preferences for convenience, customization, and quality in their coffee consumption. The adaptability of coffee pods to modern lifestyles has made them a favored choice for coffee enthusiasts and those seeking quick and personalized coffee solutions. For instance, in February 2022, according to the World Economic Forum, a US-based international non-governmental organization, 44% of Americans reported to Ipsos that they were thriving during the pandemic, while 21% stated that their mental health was suffering. Opinions on prosperity varied significantly across age groups, with only 34% of millennials and 51% of baby boomers reporting a sense of prosperity. As a result, the growing focus on inclusivity in lifestyle changes is contributing to the growth of the coffee pods market.

Major companies operating in the coffee pods market are focusing on technological innovations, such as bio-based packaging and the elimination of plastic and aluminum, to enhance sustainability, reduce environmental impact, and meet the growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products. Bio-based packaging refers to materials derived from renewable biological resources, designed to minimize environmental impact, while the elimination of plastic and aluminum involves replacing these traditional materials with more sustainable alternatives. For instance, in October 2023, US-based Nespresso and Blue Bottle launched the Blend No.1, a collaboration aimed at appealing to a consumer demographic with increasing influence in the coffee industry. This initiative seeks to attract younger consumers by offering unique flavors, sustainable packaging, and customizable coffee experiences that align with their values and lifestyle preferences.

Major companies in the coffee pods market are also innovating new products, such as coffee-at-home aluminum pods, to increase profitability. These aluminum single-serve coffee capsules are designed for use in various coffee makers. For example, in August 2022, Pret a Manger Ltd., a UK-based coffee flavor company, introduced coffee-at-home aluminum pods. This product offers a practical and environmentally friendly option for coffee enthusiasts who wish to enjoy a premium coffee experience at home. The company’s involvement in the Podback program and its partnership with JDE Peet demonstrate its commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction.

Major companies operating in the coffee pods market include Nespresso SA, The Kraft Heinz Company, Jacobs Douwe Egberts Au Pty Ltd., Dunkin Brands Inc., Luigi Lavazza SpA, Keurig Green Mountain Inc., Kraft Foods Group, Starbucks Corporation, Coffee Roaster Peeze, Colonna Ltd., Gloria Jeans's Coffee International Pty Ltd., Ueshima Coffee Company, Little's Rich Coffee, Artisan Coffee Co, Solimo Coffee CO, Maud's Coffee & Tea, Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., Folger Coffee Company, Café Bustelo, Gevalia, Two Rivers Coffee, Happy Belly, Gourmesso Coffee, Artizan Coffee Co, Storyville Coffee Co, Bulletproof 360 Inc., Peet's Coffee, illycaffe SpA, Fresh Brew Co, Georg MENSHEN GmbH & Co KG.

A coffee pod is a biodegradable paper pouch containing ground coffee, which is sealed inside and brewed using specially designed pod brewers.

The coffee pods market, as discussed in this report, is categorized into two main product types soft coffee and hard coffee. Soft coffee is known for its mellow, well-rounded flavor without the presence of harshness or acidity. Additionally, the market is segmented by roast type, including dark, medium, and light roasts, and by caffeine content, distinguishing between regular and decaffeinated coffee pods.

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Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the coffee pods market in 2024. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the coffee pods market.The regions covered in the coffee pods market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the coffee pods market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The coffee pods market consists of sales of hard coffee pods, soft coffee pods, and other coffee pods. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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