I bought this as a Christmas gift and it’s great so far.  My husband makes Cappuccinos and says they are better than most coffee shops because he gets the foam just the way he likes it.  I like using the coffee pods now and again but also have the carafe for when more people come over.  I really like that it’s all in one.  I don’t find the pressure noise annoying because it doesn’t last that long.  I bought it for Christmas so we haven’t had it very long so it’s great…so far.