For 25 years now I always purchased black and decker products including coffee makers, toaster ovens etc.  The last couple of coffee makers purchased I decided to try other brands and was not happy with them.  I replaced each of those coffee makers after using it for a couple of months.  From now on I will only buy black and decker.  Very happy with their products.  I especially like the fact that this coffee maker has option for a 1 to 4 cup brew as well as option for a stronger brew.