The Vitamix E310 has the perfect size for a two person household. It makes super creamy smoothies, cold soups, spread, ice cream and fresh juice in just a few minutes. I don`t use it for hot soups but it can do it either by a longer mix. I love the simple handling witout any nicknack and it`s clean in a jiffy. For me it`s an easy to handle mixer, robust, good value for the money, fast delivery, nice customer service and at all, it makes fun with it to eat yummy, fresh and healthy food.