I love this nutri-blender. I have another system that had a individual blender cup on it but don't use it now that I have this. I love that it comes with 3 cups, 2 with spouts and a lid for storage. I can make two smoothies at one time and stick one in the fridge for later. Or I can make a smoothie for me and the kid and we can have them at the same time. The drinking lids are great, I love that the cap can fold all the way back and not get smoothie or whatever on your face. It doesn't take long for this little blender to mix your ingredients up. I tried making "crushed" ice, but it came out more like shaved ice. You could pour some fruit flavored syrups over it for a snow cone. Also, the consistency of the shaved ice can be made into snow balls. This is a blender, so it is loud, but that is to be expected.  Overall, I definitely recommend this product!