This is my 2nd Vitamix. I decided to replace the one we had for about 6 years or longer. This is smaller, which is a perfect size and I love the fact that it has a 'spare' cup and the blades come away which makes it easy for cleaning and also purchasing other jugs if required. My 'but' in the title relates to the lid for the jug. The lid is top heavy and gets very slippery. It twists around as I am removing it, making it sit upside down on the jug. It can also get messy and splash the smoothie everywhere. This doesn't happen with the older model. I am not sure if it is as fast as the older, larger one either. However, I do prefer the new one for the reasons stated. I still have the original model hidden in the cupboard as my husband is resistant to change!

I absolutely love the how smooth everything it. Quite expensive but totally worth it

This is a great product at the right price. This is for home use by my wife who is a French trained professional Chef.