Very good machine and does a good job. I am well pleased, you could not find a finer value the money. In my estimation, Cuisinart is perhaps one of the best kitchen appliance makers there are.
The Cuisinart two-speed blender is a replacement for a multi-speed one that broke. I like the Cuisinart motors and this one has a 50 ounce container. At first, I was very concerned because it was at least one minute before the ON switch would work. It still takes several seconds and I hope this is not a bad predictor. I use the blender frequently for soups, smoothies, and humus.