Ok, so it feels super fancy and professional grade! Since it grinds the beans fresh as it's brewing, it's a little louder than most coffee machines. It sounds like a grinder for part of the brewing, but grinds/brews quickly. It does make noise when you turn on and off the machine that isn't a big deal, but is unlike other machines I've had. Really love the choice of brewing temperature so my husband can drink his right away (set on 1) but also my parents don't have to immediately warm there's up (set on 3). LOVE the carafe it comes with, so you can make a whole pot but it's still so easy to make single cups.