This blender combo has made my life easier. I was struggling with a cheap, over used, leaking blender for quite some time. Once I got this new one, no more struggles at all. I love the way it blends my smoothies, no uneven pieces just so smooth. I like the gray color of the base. The jars are of plastic, but not the flimsy kind. I would have liked it more if the jars were glass. All in all totally reliable, strong, sturdy,and easy to clean. Perfecto!!!