I love the design of the Easy SmartSpeed button! The more you squeeze the button, the more power you get. No more stopping to change the speeds while cooking. I also like the rubber grip at the bottom of the chopper to help keep it from sliding on the counter top. This blender is very handy for multiple uses. I use the whisk the most personally and it works great for everything from pancakes and muffins to eggs and pudding. It's easy to clean and doesn't take up too much room either.