Does it really brew iced coffee?

Yes. It has an over-ice brew mode that drips hot coffee directly onto ice in the carafe, so you get cold coffee without waiting for a pot to chill.

Do I need paper filters?

No. It comes with a permanent filter, so you can brew with ground coffee straight into the basket. Paper filters are optional if you want less sediment.

Can I set it to brew at a certain time?

The listed features cover a touchscreen, auto shutoff and a cleaning reminder, but no programmable timer. Plan to start each brew by hand.

How many cups does the carafe hold?

The glass carafe holds 12 cups, which is about 60 ounces. That suits a family or a small office.

The removable parts are dishwasher safe and the machine has a cleaning reminder. Wipe the touchscreen with a damp cloth rather than soaking it.

How does it compare with a pod machine?

It brews a full pot rather than single servings, uses loose ground coffee and a reusable filter, and adds an iced mode. Pod machines are faster per cup but cost more per serving and limit you to pods.