It makes a good cup of coffee but the machine itself is VERY noisy while it is brewing. Kinda sounds like a fork in a garbage disposal. Not sure if that's normal with this model? Also it makes about 1-2 less cups of brewed coffee than water added so be sure to compensate when adding water. There is a LOT of steam so don't put it near cabinets as it might damage or warp the wood. The brewed coffee is good though. I wouldn't buy this model again, but it'll do for a while.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting cuisinart.com