This little gem is fast and makes great coffee. Easy to use, stylish and did I mention that it makes great coffee. Now for the downside. 8 cups, need I say more. We downsized from a 12 cup pot and really miss those extra cups. The only other issue is the basket, which becomes a spare part when the coffee is done. I keep a small bowl by the pot to hold the basket when it is not needed. Overall this is the best coffee pot I've ever owned.