We've used this grind and brew coffee maker on at least a daily basis for seven years.  It still makes great coffee.  We set the temperature a little below the mid-range because it does come out a bit hotter than we prefer.  We also crank the strength to the maximum, because we like the coffee strong.  We also fill the hopper to the maximum.  We should mention that fresh Kona coffee comes out fantastic with this maker. The grind just before brewing concept is truly the way to go for good coffee.