I have used other blenders in this price range and I am now a die-hard Breville supporter. This blender is an absolute beauty. All of the components are thick and durable quality. I love having both a big 64oz container for making smoothies for the family and also a smaller personal cup container for making smoothies that will feed one to two people. I have been using the recipe book that came with the blender and so far they have all been delicious. I've made green smoothies and vanilla mango smoothies from the book. The other day, I made my first soup with the blender and OMG I can't believe I've never done this before. It was sooooo good and so easy to do. Love it, love it, love it.