We received an expensive Waring blender, and threw out our old blender. The Waring couldn't blend pesto or whip up alioli successfully. I wanted a mini processor that would allow me to add ingredients at it chopped. This KitchenAid does just that. The first night I got it, I made some alioli (garlic mayonnaise) to go with dinner - it was a snap! The only drawback is the bowl seems a bit flimsy and I worry with all the removing and securing of the lid, the plastic may break. But I am very happy so far!