Makes a great cup of coffee and stays hot in carafe. Daily usage and it has no oil buildup! This is the first coffee machine I've bought that stays oil free even with daily use. It's been over a month, and I wipe where the coffee dispenses every few days and no buildup. Incredible. Don't bother using the permanent filter unless you like sediment in your cup. The only downside is pouring the water in the basin. The lid does not open wide enough. I have to use a separate bottle and carefully pour. The overall satisfaction far outweighs that issue. I would definitely buy again and would purchase this as a gift.