This is a fun blender. I brought it home, and I washed it with warm, soapy water. This is because the blender smelled like plastic, an odor that reinforced the impression that it was brand new and never before used. After washing and rinsing, the plastic scent vanished.

I like this blender. I like the measuring units on the sides of the blender. Additionally, I like the measuring units inside the cap. More generally, I like the parts. It feels like it will last when I hold the handle, and it looks like it will last when I use it. It offers the following settings in low and high speed: Grate, Ice Crush, Milk Shake, Smoothie, Icy Drink, Stir, Whip, Purée, Grind, and Chop. 

This is a fun blender for fun times. Think margaritas! Think daiquiris! Think other frozen drinks at the bar! Think milk shakes, too! Think fun!