This is my 3rd Vitamix! I have one in both my home and just bought a new one, because I wanted the larger stronger version. I thought my smaller Vitamix was great, but this larger one, with larger blades is a beast!!!  I use is for making smoothies. I use lots of frozen fruit and the frozen strawberries that give it a run for the money. It never lets me down! Even the smaller version I have is amazing. I've owned a Vitamix for 15 years and would never bu another brand.