This coffee machine is just that. A machine! It’s amazing. Grinds whole beans to brew a cup or a pot. Came with a great stainless steel pot. Very easy first time use and assembly. You can also use ground coffee but it tasted very strong to me. It stores the leftover grounds and you empty when it flashes the red light. It is awesome for my husband and I that waste up and have a cup each. You can adjust the taste and cup size. All with the touch of a button. It really is the best coffee machine I’ve ever had. Only downfall sometimes the coffee isn’t piping hot like I like it. Yes it is hot, but not piping hot. I still love the machine it is wonderful!