The only problem is it has an obnoxiously loud beeping sound that goes off when the coffee is done and there is no way to turn it off.

I have a 12-year old Cuisinart that brews faster, hotter, and doesn't make obnoxious sounds in the middle of the night.

Brews on strong in 15 minutes and the strength really is different, timer works, no funny smells or sounds, no leaking

BUT, the heating plate RUSTS quickly, thereby looking awful, making rough sounds when you side the decanter in/out, and probably not making the best contact with the decanter to keep it warm.

I've had cheap-o $8 versions from Walmart last longer.