After more than twenty years, Bosch coffee with hot plate, a new one had on the table with thermos. Purchase decisive were the overwhelmingly positive reviews for Philips Gaia. That's why I can be brief: everything positive I completely agree. Negative sides after two months I could not find in use! The coffee tastes just as good as in the Bosch machine. After three hours in the thermos is no longer burns Although the tongue, but it's still warm enough. Brown buildup I do not know, because the pot is flushed with hot water immediately after use. For missing off: The brewing process is fast enough and the machine switches off automatically. In case of emergency: Pull the plug !!