When my food processor cracked I decided to give the Vitamix a try on my sister's raving recommendation. This machine replaces not only my food processor but blender too - in spades. No more smoothies with ice chunks. Making silky smooth broccoli soup, hummus or just about anything is easy as pie! I make fresh liver paste for my dog and he's so very happy. And it is WAY quieter than any of my former machines - easy to clean too. What's not to love?!