Coffee pods, to no one's surprise, can be very expensive. I was looking for a reusable pod for our favorite ground coffees. This set is perfect! The scoop is a must-have! It loads the pods perfectly, although I do suggest not filling the scoop completely to the top. I like the idea of two pods so that we can make two cups of coffee without having to empty and refill a single pod. If my husband wants "high octane", but I'd rather have "unleaded", no waiting. no messy cleanup, no worries. You can fill both pods at the same time, and once the first cup is brewed, the second pod is ready to go.