It is so convenient to pour water in the front of this coffee maker instead of in the rear as with other coffee makers.  There's a water measurement window on the left side of the coffee maker which the water level can easily be seen. The swing out feature to add the coffee grounds is easy to access and remove if necessary to clean.  A great feature of this coffee  maker is the water compartment is separate from the coffee grounds, no chance of spilling water in the coffee grounds.  I also appreciate the program feature to wake up to the smell of coffee brewing.  The coffee maker will automatically shut off after 2 hours, one less thing for me to remember to do. This is a very stylish coffee maker, a modern  appliance for my counter.