We really like this coffee maker. We have been using the same model for years but have gone up to the 14 cup size for the last 2 that we have owned. My only pet peeve is the that the water reservoir is hard to pour the water into without it going all over the counter top. Also, the water filter should have some kind of automatic reminder to be replaced.
Have used this everyday for 3 weeks and like it a lot. Have used the "medium" setting for the hot plate and it keeps the coffee plenty hot for our coffee with cream. Have only tried the reusable gold filter once and went back to the paper cone filters for coffee with less grounds. Not a fan of the lid on the carafe since you have to remove it to clean out the pot. Would prefer a hinged lid but the carafe itself is quite substantial - large and sturdy. As with many coffeemakers that open at the top, it doesn't fit well in our small kitchen where I have it under the cabinet and have to slide it out to fill and brew.
We purchased this item to replace a seven year old Cuisinart Coffeemaker that we absolutely loved. We are even more thrilled with our new Coffeemaker. Easy to set and use, great quality, and, most importantly, it Brews a consistently perfect cup of coffee every morning. Look no further. This is a great product, great price.
Makes GREAT coffee, but had to replace one that was only 6months old, as the hot plate was peeling. Had this happen to a previous Cuisinart coffee maker. Love the coffee it makes, but why can't this design flaw be fixed?