For the past 20 years, or so, I've used Bullet blenders to use for single serve smoothies.When the Bullet first came out, it were the only one of it's type.Each one only lasted about 5 to 7 years, so I've had 3 over that time.With each one I've had to replace various parts that either broke or wore out.The plastic pieces that you insert the cup into get damaged over time and can't be replaced.I decided to get something a bit more powerful and robust.I would have preferred it if it was only $99 instead of $120, but the difference only comes to a penny or two a day, so the cost difference is only really psychological when you place your order.Pros:Generous sized cup compared to the bullet.Handles the ingredients that had maxed out in my bulletPowerful, blends smoothies in just a few seconds, a fraction of the time of the bulletRobust design making it much easier to use, and probably last longer, than the Bullet.Easier to keep clean than the bullet.Canwork as a normal blenderCons:Fairly noisy.However, it's on for less than 5 seconds so it's not a big dealPricey for a single serve smoothie blender.However, it only really comes down to a penny or two a day, and it gives you the option to use as a regular blender when needed.I am extremely happy with the purchase.

My last blender is o l d - as in belonged to my parents - and I am at “grandmother age”! My husband wanted to get me the Ninja Nutri Bullet as a gift and I was lukewarm about ordering it…as I said I did not know that I needed this! After some thought though I began looking at various Ninja models and when I saw the Twisti I knew it was the right model for me. More versatile that the Nutri Bullet (imho) and it has a significantly higher wattage, plus it includes the cups that had drawn me to the Nutri Bullet originally.I have only been using this beast for only a day, but I am thoroughly impressed! This machine is just so good!I made fruit and yoghurt smoothies with extra protein today and they were ready in a flash! So good! The parts are all easy to remove and take apart and they are very easy to clean. The container and the cups are made of a quality plastic - like Lexan…sturdy and well made. I question the longevity of the blade assembly simply because it is plastic (old blenders had glass containers and the blades were set into metal), but since I see that replacement parts are available and not very costly I am not worried. I also don’t think that any parts will need replacement any time soon because this machine is very well made. It sits on the counter very securely with gripper suction cups that actually work exceedingly well.Pros:1. Fantastic motor and wattage2. Not huge - does not take up much counter space3. Works thoroughly and quickly4. Has tamper legs that can be rotated as you blend (not available when you are using the cups - only with the large container5. Well made!6. Capable of doing things like making nut butters, crushing ice, and so much more7. Replacements parts like cups, containers, blades, seal rings etc are readily available and not too costlyPossible Cons1. Longevity for plastic parts with the blade assembly ?I am very happy with this blender and think it is a little powerhouse!

Very strong blender for a tiny size. Although it’s meant for making drinks it’s still a bit small but it is powerful. It can basically blend most soft ingredients instantly. Frozen fruits and ice also blend easily especially with the help of the sides that you can twist to create a frozen smoothie bowl in less than a minute. Cleanup is even easier as you can separate the twist top, container and bottom blade lid.