I had the original nutribullet and purchased the pro to get the bigger cup. I gave my daughter the original. I love the pro. I use it everyday and for more than smoothies. I make hummus in it and grind pumpkin seeds and nuts. I love my nutribullet!
I found this item to be cheaply made and it leaked, despite loading it and using it exactly as the instructions indicated. I used the correct amount of solid and liquid ingredients, loaded in the right order and filled only to the fill line and screwed the base on tightly. I find my Oster blender works better and blends more quickly and easily and does not leak. I am going back to my trusty blender.
I primarily use the NutriBullet for my morning protein shakes. It's quick, powerful, and efficient. The only problem I've run into is when using solid items like frozen bananas, the blade tends to separate from the cup if it is not screwed on VERY tightly, leaving a big mess. The unit is very difficult to clean if the liquid leaks out.
One of the greatest devices for one's health. Very easy to use. Only complaint: max line needs to more easy to see & once locked into place one has to twist container (require strength) to activate unit. All in all still a fantastic unit.
I BOUGHT A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO BECAUSE MY BROTHER-IN-LAW RECCOMMNENDED IT TO ME AND DEMONSTRATED IT TO ME, BUT THE LEVEL OF EXTRACTION DOES NOT SERVE MY DIGESTIVE AND THERAPEUTIC NEEDS. I AM USING IT TEMPORARILY.