The Ninja is fabulous! I like that the cups are tall and narrow and much smaller (16oz which is all I need), they have the markings so I know exactly how much liquid I'm putting in, the rubber gasket is deep in there so I don't have to worry about it coming out, and it's powerful so it blends well and quickly. The only con is that you have to hold it down while it's blending but since it only takes me like 10 seconds or less, I don't think it's a big deal. And it's way cheaper then most of the other blenders. I ordered extra as a gift but have to sell it.