I did not realize how great this little machine was going to be! I honestly thought I'd end up just going back to my blender, but I was wrong! The fact that it truly is an all-in-one is a true blessing! It's extremely easy to use, extremely easy to wash up, & small to store! The directions were very clear and easy to follow. Another thing I love is the recipes! It gave me a lot of options I guess I never thought about before!