First of all this is a beautiful machine!  It does disappoint in high altitudes.  I cannot speak for low altitude.  The coffee does not get hot, and does not stay hot in the decanter.  I have tried warming it up first but it stays cold.  The coffee tastes good but you can only make about 4 cups if that.  Works for me because I brew it and pour immediately into the cup and since there is only me that is all I need. Forget about having a second cup.  I put in water for 4 cups and get one and a half.  It is pretty, matches my dishwasher and stove so I guess that is important.  I would not recommend for a family or anyone who wants more than one cup of sort of hot coffee.  High end coffee brewer that needs some work.