Hamilton Beach 12 cups coffee maker is simple and easy to use. I am able to enjoy my cup of coffee while I wait for the rest to be brewed with first cup convenience feature. I have a family of 6, so it is useful for me to make multiple cups enough for my family as well as guests at the same time. The coffee pot looks durable. The spout of pot makes it easy to pour without spilling. If the lid of the coffee maker snapped, it would be safer.