This OXO brews the best coffee I have ever made. I bought this machine based on all the incredibly great reviews I had read. And I am happy to report that the reviews were 100% accurate. This machine makes great coffee, makes it very hot and does so very quickly. I had a minor problem with my first unit but OXO provided me with exceptional customer service and resolved the problem very to my complete satisfaction. The bottom line is this is a great coffee maker, manufactured by a terrific company and it makes the tastiest cup of coffee ever.