I love this machine. The Ninja CFP301 DualBrew Pro Specialty Coffee System, Single-Serve, Pod, and 12-Cup Drip Coffee Maker is a delight. Set up took a few minutes to figure out but it was smooth drinking after that. I use the single serve cups once in a while and the full pot for the morning. It is easy to transition from one to the other. The water vessel can be on the side or the back. It can do iced coffee and specialty coffees too. It has a milk frother if you like that. I like the richness settings. I highly recommend this coffee maker.