I have previously owned three Krups grinders.  I bought them because they were cheap and I got what I deserved!  They all finally crapped out after two or three years and were VERY noisy.  The Capresso is a little more but so far it seems to be very good.  It is quiet and makes a very consistent grind.  Can't speak for the reliability yet, but the grind setting and timer work fine.  The only negative comment I would make is that the grind outlet dispenser is a little hard to grab (the edges don't overlap the body enough so one can easily grab it).  I am thinking of putting a knob on the front of it so I can easily grab it.