Breville Control Grip Immersion Blender, One Size, Brushed Stainless Steel

June 2nd the motor died on the blender now. So disappointedCouldn’t wait to get this, got it a day earlier then it said, altho I bought it from amazon warehouse at reduced price because of cosmetic flaws, a scratch on the big pitcher,it didn’t have the original box, but came with all parts, wrapped in clear plastic bags, and tags, as well as operation manual.I was using two food processors to grind up my husband’s food and constantly having to wash them, etc, got to be so much extra work, and I dreaded it.Immersion blenders are easy to clean and then quickly move to the next thing for the menu, also you have more control with these as to what you want to mash, puree or just chop by hand with a stick blender vs. food processor.I feel liberated from the washing and cleaning of my big processors.This BrevilleThe speed variation is very nice to have, also noticed it is quiet, surprised me how quiet it seems, the grip is so comfortablethis Breville is very pretty as well, the color is a dark grey and black.The containers are nice quality and stack which I love that feature, I tested each piece for function, the wisk turned, and on high is really amazing, same with the small processor.I made ice cream with the stick tonight using frozen bananas, milk, honey, no ice, was out of heavy cream or I would have used some, compared to making this in my stand processor, this was a breeze, so easy I will be making more desserts like this now.I had recently bought a used 5.00 Braun at thrift store to see if the immersion blender would work to puree his food, the suction on the Braun MQ caused me to crack my ceramic cooktop because it stuck to the bottom of pot and lifted it and when released came down hard and cracked the cooktop, so now my 5.00 Goodwill blender, is costing me a lot because I have to buy a new cooktop,Had no idea when I first used one this could happen.I did not have a problem with suction, or splatter with the Breville, very happy with that,I made a loaded tater soup tonight that was sooo good,also had no problem with removing the shaft from the blender head.I will take some photos of all of it, and show some food as well soon, haven’t actually used the processor or wisk, but they both function, will update this review to include my experience with the food processor part, and wisk.I already like that the top of processor doesn’t lock on, will make it so much easier to just dump things out and add more, far quicker ..will also be so much easier to wash then my old processor.also like the smaller size so I can blend smaller amounts.I will be testing this everyday, as I use daily to prepare food for someone who has difficulty chewing, so foods must be chopped, ground, etc.I didn’t use the jug to mix the ice cream, as I haven’t washed it yet, but used a wide mouth empty protein shake container so I could then store the rest of ice cream in it.the reasons I bought this blender over the others*shaft length longer so won’t feel the heat from soup etc.*the protection for non stick cookware on bottom largest mixing container with lid and handle food processor larger then most but perfect size to mix small amts as well stackable design is awesome variable speed comfort grip and design long cord, with hole for unplugging non suction bottom, (as I mentioned, the old Braun broke my ceramic cooktop from this) so be careful. more noticeable power with the 280 wattI can’t wait to use this blender with all it’s functions, for all my cooking, I love to make no bake cheesecakes using gelatin and whipped creams, meringues, etc, this is perfect for that with the mixing jug as well.Also make a lot of soups in my crockpot, as well as bone broths, chicken stocks, chili, spaghetti sauce,I have noticed with immersion blenders everything is better, sauces, dressings,can’t believe that all this time I have been killing myself with the big processors..can’t wait to make mayo, guacamole, all kinds of butters, whipped cream butter.. etc etc etc.I hope this one will last me many years and hours, recommended by America’s test kitchen, and many other websites, glad I got this one.I did a very in depth search for the right system, this one stood out because of all the features listed above, and poor reviews of other makes and models always led me back to this unit.Needed the lower suction and wanted protection for non stick pans, long shaft, comfort, long cord, power, larger mixing jug, lid, handle, larger processor.Takes up no space on my counter, I keep it plugged in and separated from the bottom, on a cutting board in the corner, with the bowls stacked.Love it.Already removed my two big food processors, and my stand mixer off of the counter.Yeah..liberated.note:on e replacement parts for this blender,if you look at the replacement parts list, their is a diagram # 23 of the blender shaft how it’s put together, behind the blade are several washers, screws etc if they stay tight would keep food from getting into the hollow part of the shaft.Also if you want to buy just the 42oz mixing jug it’s 7.95 and the lid is 3.95 so 11.00parts to replace the whip attachment are all very cheap, it’s 37.99 to replace the entire stainless hollow blending shaft blade etc.also I think if you want to fill up the hollow shaft with water and just let it keep flowing and running out this would clean it, as well as running it while holding in soapy warm water.updatehave had this for a couple weeks or so and love it still, I use the whisk and processor attachments alot, whipped cream is quick and easy, the processor is so simple to use and clean and does a really great job, the immersion blender has been so perfect for what I needed, it will chop meat etc with no problem, is not heavy, very comfortable to use. loving it still very happy with this product.Update : 11/20/2018still loving this I use it several times a day, the whisk to make quick whipped cream, the blender I use multiple times a day for my husband who needs ground food, it works very well, is so much easier than my big cuisinart to use and clean, and I use the immersion blender every single day for smashing sweet potatoes, or other crockpot foods into soup so he can eat it, I make sure I rinse the parts right after use, I love this thing, so functional, easy to use, easy to store, love the pitcher and lidusually I keep full of whipped cream right now, but also is great for anything else.