I had a Duet blender/processor for years and years. The plastic part of the processor started crumbling. So I bought this REAL food processor. Why didn't I think I needed it for all of this time? WHY? :) Well, it is great. The first thing I noticed was how much more quiet is is than the Duet machine. Holy cow! Next, how much faster it made my nut butter. Holy cow! Easy clean up. All good. I love it. For those of you who really don't need the full sized 10-11 cup processor bowl, this one is perfect. Gift this to yourself. You won't be sorry.