When I first tried to use the coffee machine, I was very confused. I have never used this type of coffee machine before, so I would say that you definitely need to read the manual. Once I figured out the settings , I was impressed. The iced coffee option is my favorite as it is not watered down at all by the ice. As for the pour over option, my boyfriend loves it more than I do as he likes his coffee much more concentrated than I do. Over all awesome little machine!