The 1100 watt motor makes short work of ingredients and blends without fuss. The two Auto-iQ modes Smoothie and Crush are smart programs that work pretty well with typical ingredients. Smoothie works with softer items while Crush is for harder or more difficult ones. There is also a Pulse feature in addition to the Auto-iQ. The high power and small size does mean that this blender is a bit loud. This personal blender excels as blending as expected and is not meant to be a food processor or chopper, smoothies and protein shakes are great and convenient to make in this machine.

The jar and lids are dishwasher safe and you can also clean by blending some soapy water. It comes with 2 24oz. cups, 1 blade assembly, and lids.

The design is attractive and build quality seems solid, the plastics used are high-quality and has held up well so far.