I wanted a filter coffee machine without too many complicated timers and buttons and the EASYTOP THERM II FILTER COFFEE MACHINE (STAINLESS STEEL) seemed to fit the bill. Easy to use and clean and makes great tasting coffee in a couple of minutes. I liked the idea of the coffee going straight into a thermos jug instead of a glass one which would then be kept warm by a hot plate. This does not have a hot plate but instead the coffee is kept warm in the supplied thermos jug. I’m reality it doesn’t keep it hot for that long and I still find myself having to heat the mug I pour in the microwave for 20 seconds but having said that it’s not a big issue. I would prefer if it would make slightly hotter coffee but for the price i can’t complain. Overall I’m very happy with my purchase. I would say that I paid £44.99 for mine but curry’s have a sale on this model for £25.99 - so do shop around.