I purchased this coffee maker because I wanted exactly what it offered- options. I drink one cup of coffee a day. That’s it. So the brew to cup feature is perfect! I set it up the night before and just turn it on in the morning. I have seen reviews of people complaining that it doesn’t keep the coffee warm, but it says that pretty clearly. I make it when I want to drink it. It brews the perfect temperature. I also love that I can brew more than one cup if I have a visitor. I did buy paper filters, but that was more due to personal preference than anything wrong with the included filter. I highly recommend it!