I bought this about one year ago and it is working better than ever! I bought this due to my frustrations with my previous blender (ninja). I couldn't be happier with this purchase. I use it at least once a day, sometimes twice a day. It takes me literally ten seconds to blend my smoothie. I through the entire raw ingredient in there!  Thank you for this amazing product. I am at the point where I am looking into accessories to go with the blender (personal adapter, bowls, etc).