Previously, I'd picked up a similar immersion hand blender set at a discount store. While it was a name brand item from a popular lifestyle vendor, the quality wasn't what it should have been. I was barely able to complete a simple task of whipping cream with an unstable connection for the whisk attachment.When I saw this set I decided to step up, and will donate the other one. First usage today was on a pot of vegetable soup. The recipe called for blending the soup into a full creamy outcome, versus leaving it chunky.The motor in the base of the unit is substantial and powerful. I really like the click-in style for changing the attachments. It feels like a solid connection is made when you hear the click.I did have to get an extension cord, because our stove is on a peninsula and there isn't an outlet close enough to be able to use the appliance properly without the extended length. Once I had it set up and began working on the pot of soup I got quick results.The blender powered through liquifying the soup into a creamy consistency very easily. So far I'm very pleased with this purchase.