This coffee maker is absolutely amazing! It allows you to brew 1 to 4 cups of coffee which is great for a normal cup of coffee or a large thermos. It also has a mid brew setting that will allow you to grab you a cup mid brew without a huge mess. I also love the bold setting that allows you to brew an extra strong cup when you need it. You can also program it to brew up to 24 hours in advance so it's ready when you get up. I also enjoyed the stainless steel looking finish, it matches everything. This coffee maker is perfect!