What I love about this coffee machine is the you really don’t need anything extra… just your cup. Honestly, I was a bit skeptical about having a coffee machine with a grinder but this was absolutely the best idea. The grinder works amazing! It is like having a commercial and very sophisticated coffee machine at home. My favorite feature is definitely the variety of brew sizes… I can brew a single 3 oz coffee or a 40oz carafe for the whole family. Exceptional design!