I got this Black and Decker Quiet Blender with Cyclone glass jar for free from Sprectrum Brands in exchange for my feedback. This blender is the best & quietest blender I have ever used. It is not completely noiseless it does make alittle noise but it's not loud at all. I used it to make cookies & cream oreo shakes. I first put milk, then ice cream, broken up oreos, and then lastly ice cubes. I then pressed the ice crush pulse button a few time holding the button for only 5 seconds each time. It was the quickest most evenly blended milkshake I've ever made at home. Also it was the quietest. I made this milkshake at 12am while my kids were in bed & it didn't even wake them up. The blender is pretty big & is the perfect addition for a party or big family as you can make a decent amount in it. You can make smoothies, milkshakes, and alcoholic drinks in it.