I had a small chopper that attached to a blender that I've used for over 28 yrs. It was a bit of a hassle to get bring it out every time I wanted to use it. So when I received a gift certificate, I decided to purchase this chopper that I wouldn't mind leaving out on my counter. I'm really glad I did.  It's cute and feels nice & sturdy. I like the way it feels when I lock the lid on.  It works good and is easy to clean.