I was on the lookout for a blender to use to make my protein smoothies. This blender is easy to use, and it comes with a lot of nice accessories. I have used it primarily to make my morning smoothies, and each one has come out smooth with just a few seconds of blending. The attachments pop in and out of place very easily and was well in the dishwasher. It is quite loud, so beware if you are using it early in the morning.