I recently got this coffee machine and it makes the best coffee by far. This machine is very easy to use and the directions are very straight forward. I always make sure to have an empty cup in the machine because a little water comes out when ever the machine is turned on or off. My favorite part of this machine is how it grinds the coffee to the exact amount needed. The coffee comes out very fresh and flavorful. Cleaning up is very simple, and I really like how detailed the directions are in the instruction manual. This is definitely my favorite coffee machine I have ever owned.