The construction and design quality of this coffee maker is way beyond the Keurigs, etc. Ive had. Everything is so well though out ... Like the fold out handle to lift out the tank for water, and the 4-12 ounce selection on the pod brew switch. I have not used the karafe yet, but its design is amazing. Finally, this brewer is much quieter than my previous Keurig machines. I'm very happly with it.

Overall very pleased with the product. This is my second combo pod and ground coffee maker from Cuisinart. Setup and use is easy. Only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was we had a couple pods back up and make a mess. I cleaned both needles (they pierce the pod when brewing)with a paper clip as instructed, and the issue stopped. Set it to automatically make a pot of coffee each morning at 520am, works great.

We had a prior Cuisinart model and it was time to replace it so we bought this 2-IN-1 coffee center. Very pleased with the multiple venues allowing Caref or POD. The POD works well for a single serving but there are two of us using the center and when we don't wait at least 5 minutes between PODs we get mostly hot water (0-25% coffee) from the dispenser on the second cup at 6 or 8 oz setting. Otherwise, we would have up'd the rating to 5 stars.

The coffee maker works great, the flip down level for the single cup side is what was needed. I had the first version of this, and had to use a small ice cream cup to lift my coffee mug higher to the drip so it didn't splash everywhere. I bout this newer version for the ice coffee feature. However, I'm disappointed, it brews hot, and it didn't explain that, even though you have to add ice when brewing, it melts immediately.

I had big expectations with this Cuisinart product, based upon the name, reputation, and my wife's past experience with them. I was quite disappointed when the first one I received wouldn't work like it was supposed to, and I had to return it. I reordered the same exact unit, as it was (providing it worked) exactly what I wanted. It is a very sharp looking and well-made machine. I allowed for a bad one and, this time, wasn't disappointed again. My new unit works extremely well, as designed. I now have a fresh brewed pot of coffee waiting when I get up in the morning. In the meantime, should I want a hot cup, the single serving side is at my disposal. Hot or iced coffee, anytime, wonderful!

Have been a Keurig user for many years, but seem to continuously have issues regardless of regular maintenance which requires me to replace it every year or two. I decided it was time to try something that may have better longevity. Have only had this one for about a month, but using either the coffee pot side or pod side every day and have had no issues so far.

I was so extremely disappointed with this product. It had everything I was looking for but the POD button didn’t work. I had exchanged this BRAND NEW machine 3 different times and every single one the POD button was nonfunctional. I called customer service multiple times to try and get it to work. The customer service representatives that I had spoken to were wonderful and helpful but despite all the trouble shooting they walked me thru we could never get the machine to work . Highly disappointed

The carafe is great! I like that I can choose to go bold and the heat level for the warmer. However the single serve doesn't get hot enough for me. It will brew the single cup hot but the cup does not stay hot for long even when I warm my cup. If you like to have a leisurely cup of coffee, use the carafe.

I like the machine overall. The pod coffee side does not work properly. You have to hold the top closed to get it to complete the process. They have offered to replace the unit but require that I send it back before I can get a new one. I don’t have a box to ship it in and would be without a coffeemaker during the process. Haven’t decided if I will return it yet or just hold the top down when using the pjs side.

Been using for two weeks and just love it. Carafe does not drip when pouring like other past versions. Coffee from both the single cup and carafe come out hot and as strong as you want it. Single cup brews in less than 2 minutes and has multiple sizes from 4 oz to 12 oz. Very happy overall!