Was offered machine by KitchenAid to test and review. As a professional chef, have used in kitchens vita-prep, and loved them. This 3hp machine is stronger, and works well under stress. If you are looking to purchase a vita-prep, I would also consider this KitchenAid blender, it's built sturdier and feels solid. It's a lifetime investment, and with speed control, can make soups, sauces and any purees seem easy, no hot liquids shooting the top off. My only advise to only fill half to three-quarters, so no worries, and hold on, the motor is strong!