Out of the box, this coffee maker is a sleek looking machine and the touchscreen is a nice addition for selecting the brew type. After brewing the first pot of coffee, I’m amazed at how fast the coffee machine brewed. This is a game changer, since I’m usually waiting on my coffee to finish brewing. The stainless steel carafe is a nice touch, and keeps the coffee warm for a long time. I’m so impressed that the coffee still tastes just as good as when it first brewed, after it’s been sitting on the burner plate for a long time. The brewing process retains all the flavor from the first cup to the last cup, and each cup is full bodied with this coffee maker.