I purchased this coffeemaker over a month ago, but just opened it last nigh, i had been saving it until our home makeover was done. Now I'm wishing i had opened it when i received it. My old coffeemaker is OLD, coffee was barely hot, and flavor was questionable. I brewed a cup last night, and it was piping hot, the flavor was amazing, and it looks very nice on my counter top. I had been looking for a new coffeemaker for some time, but felt that everything i saw was not good quality for the price offered, but this cuisinart was a great deal. I had no hesitation making the purchase, it arrived quickly and in great condition.