I had a Cuisinart 10 cup Grind and Brew for 13 years. I was very impressed with the product. I decided to buy the Grind and Brew but in a 12 cup. I am extremely disappointed for the cost of the product. Because the machine decides how strong instead of measuring yourself it is never the same cup of coffee. The machine after three/four uses gets clogged and only brews hot water, no coffee. It is a terrible product!