I like the option of having two container sizes (I purchased the 12 oz size at the same time as the blender.) The lighted timer is very helpful and I like the fact that there is a timer so that I could do other things while listening for it to stop. This mighty blender makes chopped ice into a smooth froth. The design of the base is a bit chunky-looking though. but other than that, I am VERY happy with this purchase!