It is a good size for one or two people. I like the overall size of the coffee maker on the kitchen cabinet. It is easy to operate and clean. The mesh filter is fine enough to use without a paper filter. The instructions are easy to follow.
I have had a Cuisinart 4 cup coffee maker for years and years. This version is definitely an upgrade! Coffee tastes better and I like the water tank in the back that is separate. I will say that only time will tell if the plate starts to flake off like the previous maker.
It's a perfect carafe coffee maker. The coffee really taste better. Only complain is that it always drips from the top when I remove it and pour. Also carafe gets stain and needs a good cleaning. Otherwise I like it a lot and it's a space saver.