I bought this after using one that was in our timeshare unit. It replaced a 4 cup Melitta that I had for years. Avoided buying larger unit as I am the only coffee drinker in the house but this one does well with small amounts as there is a setting for 1 to 4 cups.  Love the permanent filter and the water filter. The automatic brewing is a great feature and you can set the unit to turn off after a specific time or it can shut-off automatically. Wish that the top opened wider. Easier to use a small container than the carafe for filling the water reservoir.