The OXO 9 Cup Coffee Maker is so easy to use and makes a hot,smooth tasting and delicious cup of coffee. The water mechanism showers evenly over the coffee grounds resulting in better and more flavor since all of the grounds are getting saturated. The carafe is so beautiful looking,keeps coffee piping hot and fresh for a long time. The design of the entire coffee maker is sleek,modern and easy to leave in countertops since it doesn't take up a lot of space.