I bought this coffeemaker about 3 weeks ago and have loved it! I previously had a 12 cup programmable which I used for about 10 years. When the carafe broke I figured I might as well go ahead and replace the coffee maker, knowing I was using it on borrowed time! I like the view strip so I can see if I have indeed added the water, as I often get phone calls in the middle of the process and get distracted. I also like being able to set it for 1-4 cups and still get the perfect cup of brewed coffee. I'm very pleased with this coffee maker and anticipate using it for years to come!
This Cuisinart coffee maker really makes a hot cup of coffee. It looks nice and it is easy to program the maker. I use the auto start in the morning and have a hot cup of coffee waiting when I get up. This is the best maker that I have ever owned.
This coffee maker does exactly what's supposed to do: brew excellent coffee every morning with no exceptions. It's easy to clean and operate. Only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is that it only lasts 4/5 years. I've already had 2 of these in the past and inevitably after 4/5 years of (admittingly intense) use, they fail.
This is the FIFTH Cusinart 14 cup. They usually fail before the 3 year warranty and I get a replacement. I keep buying the same mode because I’m familiar with the functions.