I bought this mixer in order to mix my shakes after Exercising. Previously I had NEN stand mixer. But who was sooo loud that I had no more desire to use it. With my new machts simple fun again. One must not make the cup stop so full, otherwise it spills over. But for that it is pleasant to use, not very loud, mixes great and just looks awesome. Little downside's even for brushing. Because it's not possible to remove the blender. Then must stop the whole unit to the sink ;-)