Previously I had a Marella and wanted to like to try something quality model Elemaris. Well, I liked the idea with the water hardness measurement so that you can determine the filter switch in more detail. So, the pot sits comfortably in the hand and the handle feels great. This selbstönnende flap when filling is nonsensical for me. It remains always be some water on top. The biggest weakness is, however, that does not seal the lid at the rear end properly. That is if you have the pot filled fresh and not quite straight stops or a little bit shaky running water back out of the handle. I find that extremely unpleasant and was not the case with the cheaper model. Your actual Work performed the pot or the filter in the usual good quality therefore 3 stars!