I started using the Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio with 40 oz res about 3 weeks ago. I wanted to fully use it before giving my review. I will start with saying this machine is awesome for 1 person or a family. The carafe is the perfect size for large families. It holds a decent amount of coffee. You can choose the brew strength that is best for you. It has a delay brew option so you can preset it to make coffee while your asleep. I will say this machine takes a bit longer to brew the coffee then I am use to but it doesn’t take away from the other functions that work very well. I use the single pod side more often then I thought I would. It brews extremely fast. I am very happy with this coffee maker.