My wife and I have probably purchased 7 Cuisinart coffee makers in the past 20 years.  They last a long time and make a great cup of coffee.  The reason we purchased so many is we had multiple residences.  It was not because the coffee makers were failing.  I would guess that ours last about 10 years with heavy usage.I would recommend purchasing one.  I do not think that you would be disappointed.  We have family members that have them too.  Hope Cuisinart does not screw up the design.