The construction and design quality of this coffee maker is way beyond the Keurigs, etc. Ive had. Everything is so well though out ... Like the fold out handle to lift out the tank for water, and the 4-12 ounce selection on the pod brew switch. I have not used the karafe yet, but its design is amazing. Finally, this brewer is much quieter than my previous Keurig machines. I'm very happly with it.