My thoughts... for it's price point, the coffeemaker is excellent! Not too many features, yet enough bells and whistles to do what you desire/need. I double filter mine, the gold tone permanent filter and a paper filter. The coffee comes out strong but not bitter. The fact that it is a 14 cup allows for coffee for all to complete a gathering. The temperature adjustable heating pad is fantastic, as well the timer for the same. All in all, if you are a an every day coffee drinker and/or dinner party person, this is the coffee maker for you!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting cuisinart.com