This coffeemaker has automatic shut off which is a great feature for busy people. It can also be programmed regarding start time, as well as when it will shut off. The downside is that the grinder is very loud, and it is pretty messy to clean each time as the heat and condensation cause remaining grounds in the grinder to become wet and packed into it. For the most part, I grind my coffee myself and add it to the coffeemaker already ground. It makes a high-pitch beep when the coffee is done brewing and again when it is about to turn off that drives my dog into a panic. I wish there was a way to silence that. I need to check for a volume choice in settings. I have only had the pot for a month, so there may be more choices in the settings. Overall a good quality brewer that results in great coffee every time.