Blender is lightweight with a base that doesn’t take up a lot of counter space. Buttons easy to push. Quiet when in use compared to others I have used. Impressed with how well it blends and also crushes ice. Makes great pina coladas!!! Only problem I had was when I accidentally left a metal spoon in it, I damaged the plastic bottom. Now I will have to replace the pitcher and metal blades that are attached in the base of the pitcher. 
Overall I think it is a good blender and would recommend it.
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