(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I’m so glad I purchased this blender!  I love all of the speeds and the fact that there are different settings for making ice drinks.  I think my favourite feature though is the cleaning function, lol!  Just put a drop of dish soap and water (I fill it about half way) and set it to clean.  Done and done!  I love the matte black as well and it matches my new Kitchenaid stand mixer!  Great customer service as always!