Three heating elements for coffee with superior taste! In addition to an element that heats the water as it leaves the reservoir, this coffee maker includes a patented top heating element that reheats the water just before it reaches the coffee grounds to obtain maximum extraction of flavors: Keep-warm element uses a Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater to heat continuallyand automatically varies its wattage to maintain the optimum serving temperature as well as to preserve coffee flavor: This sleek, space-saving coffee maker speed brews 10 cups in about 8 minutes: Pause and serve feature temporarily halts the brewing process when the carafe is removed: Auto shut-off keeps coffee hot for two hours, then shuts off: Programmable digital clock/timer allows the setting of desired brewing time up to 24 hours in advance: 1-year limited warranty: 120 volts AC, 1300 watts.

The slim and trim Scandinavian Design coffee maker from Presto offers speedy brewing in a smart, space-saving machine. Engineered with a patented top heating element, the unit heats water to the ideal temperature for extracting flavor from coffee grounds and ensures that it's especially hot right before it hits the coffee. During brewing, the machine includes a pause-and-serve feature, so you can pour a cup before the brew process is finished, while the 24-hour programmable timer means the coffee will be ready when you wake. Able to brew up to 10 cups in about eight minutes, the machine keeps coffee hot for about two hours then shuts off power for safety. The keep-warm element deserves special mention--its Positive Temperature Coefficient design cycles on and off to maintain optimum serving temperature.

Structurally appealing, the coffee maker includes a space-smart footprint, a water level indicator, and a swing-out cone-shaped filter basket. The control panel is straightforward and easy to use, with an LCD monitor for the timer and clock, clearly marked buttons, and a pair of indicator lights. The high-profile carafe is safe in the dishwasher, and the warming plate is nonstick for easy cleanup. Measuring about 12 by 6-1/4 by 14-1/2 inches, the unit carries a one-year warranty. --Emily Bedard