I'm not sure how I lived without this for so long but now I've been spoiled and will never go back to coffee pods.  The fresh ground coffee from this machine is amazing and the flavors are so much more robust when ground right when brewing.  It has every option needed for different sized mugs, iced coffee, and even espresso (I'm fancy now!).  I love being able to pick the size and strength of my coffee.  The fresh taste is amazing!  I am shocked at how easy it is to clean the grounds tray too.  All directions come with a picture manual and are super easy to follow.  I am in love!