I had the opportunity to test out the 12 Cup Programmable Coffeemaker from Black and Decker and I am impressed! The auto brew system allows me to wake up to a freshly brewed pot of coffee which is great on the weekend and the auto shutoff feature provides peace of mind. The carafe is made of high quality Duralife glass. This is a quality carafe and feels premium when pouring. This coffeemaker also has a Sneak-A-Cup feature to fill a cup before the brewing process ends, for those times when you can't wait - every time! This product is a must for coffee lovers!