I got my blendtec for Mother's Day. I've had to get used to the loudness of the blender but think the performance out weighs the loudness of the blender. I have not yet mastered the ice cream recipes.
I bought this blender one month ago. It's a very practical and sturdy blender that works great and nothing can stand in it's way . I make delicious smoothiesusing it.
It was the gift from my daughter. After months of use, everything were great, except for the noise which is terrific for me. If I bought it, I'll return it at once.
After watching demonstration of a Blendtec and its main competitor I went ahead and purchase a Ninja,because their info said its is just as good as Blendtec, but at less than half the price,dont' believe the hype, I had to put it aside and buy a Blendtec, believe the hype, its by far superior to the Ninja, it is being used 3 to 4 times per week.