We have coffee in the morning, several cups, and sometimes a cup in the afternoon.  The pot option is great for the mornings and works very well.  In the afternoon when one of us only wants a single cup, we no longer have to figure how much of the pot to brew.  Using the single cup brewing option is both quick and convenient.  It saves time, and means less wasted coffee grounds.  Plus, it allows us to brew separate flavors in small quantities.