I bought this brand name coffee pot for my son-in-law. He was so excited to receive it since it was a surprise for him. His old coffee pot was just about to bite the dust, and about time, he has had the old one, Gevolia, for at least 5 years, probably longer. He and I both were under the brand name impression that this, Black and Decker coffee pot would go on to work even longer than his old coffee pot. He loved the added features too. After responsibly using the coffee pot daily for only one month is stopped working. Just wouldn't brew. I was shocked. I am writing this review as a beginning to have the coffee pot replaced with one that will withstand normal use and time. Sorely disappointed.