Funny since I find the french press to be the same or LESS work? Probably because I don't do the washing. - No filters to buy and deal with (bonus, no chemicals in filters). - Still have to clean the pot (same as electric). - Have to boil water which is about as hard as pouring water into coffee maker - Have to push down plunger which is about as hard as turning on electric - Bonus can take your pot outside while it's brewing and watch the sunrise - More control over water temperature - Never have to clean the coffee system with vinegar or whatever. Always hated doing this. - Never get that filter fold down where water bypasses coffee - Coffee has more direct contact with water so end up with better brew Those are just my reasons. I have no issue with you or anyone liking your coffee maker. I seriously love the french press though.