This is my first coffee pot with a thermal carafe and I will never go back! The programmable features are simple yet profound. You can customize to make your coffee stronger and of course set the timer so it’s ready when you wake up. The carafe itself is lightweight and easy to clean and there’s no dripping when you pour. I brewed a pot of coffee and it stayed hot for hours! Doesn’t take up much space on the counter and the stainless steel design matches my kitchen perfectly. All around great addition from Black and Decker!