This Oster blender is fabulous. It has multiple features that come in handy. It's a sleek model that features both a sturdy glass pitcher, as well as an individual plastic blending cup. The bottom with the blades is interchangeable between between the pitcher and the cup, so you have the option to make a large amount or smaller amount with the cup. I loved this capability because I mostly used my old blender for individual drinks. Another feature I liked was the dual blades. If they get stuck, the blades reverse and continue blending instead of burning out the motor by trying to power through a jam. The base has many options for anything you might need and I was pleasantly suprised at how powerful it was. You can control the speed or choose something more specific, like smoothie or milkshake. I received this blender to sample, but I am hooked. 5 stars from me!