More than worth the money...you will keep / use it for MANY years
921126
Keeps coffee or tea hot for many hours!  This is a very high quality product.  I have another Thermos version, the one without the handle and have had it for about three years.  As I am typing this, I have mine filled with hot chocolate that I made about an hour and a half ago and it is still hot.

I bought this one as a sales sample and had it laser engraved with the logo and contact information of one of the companies that i consult for.  It looks AWESOME, very expensive.  It reinforces the company's high quality image.  Our idea will be to buy 3-5 dozen and have them laser engraved to give out to key customers & sales reps.  I am sure they will use it daily like I use mine...and keep my client's name and contact information in front of them for years.

Expensive but more than worth the money...you will keep it for years and most likely use it daily

I think that this is is not only an excellent mug for ANYONE, but will be a good investment as a marketing tool for my client..
182500
After reading all the previous reviews, I had some reservations but the price is right and with Amazon and the company's 15 month guarantee, I decided to try it.  The upcoming holiday choirs will give it the acid test.
After using for several weeks and giving it the kitchen test, the length of the tool is the only
drawback, but for me that's easily compensated for.  Cooking for one or two makes it more versatile than my big Cuisinart food processor, and that saves counter real estate.  Changing the tools might be a bit awesome and changeling for some but I didn't have a problem after practicing a few times before putting to actual use.  It does have some plastic parts (gears) but with the 15 mo warranty I have to assume they are of industrial quality materials.
I am amazed at the number of blades and how well they perform their respective tasks.  Now on to the holiday cooking.
If you like and appreciate quality I think you'll enjoy the feel and using this one.

Just one recommendation don't judge it until you've used it a couple times.
Jan 13,2011
Finding better uses for it ever time used.  Took my big Cuisinart blender off the counter and using the blender tub on this saves lots of counter real estate and a real time saver.  I continue to be impressed.
Oct 3, 2011
It is a year old now and use it almost every day, with all the attachments I've found many helpful and time-saving uses.  It has held up well not one problem with it's quality of construction and now don't ever think about how much longer it is than other cheaper units.
11/16/2013 and it still going just as good as day it was new, I've just about quit using the big counter Cuisinart 6 cup, and have found new ways to use this.  Still a happy camper, this is probably the best service I've had from any kitchen gadget.  You can't have mine, buy your own.
I'm sold but now notice they don't show the extra chopping blade and bowl that came with mine.  This sure saves a need for big Cusinart blender, quicker and easier for small cups than that big old unit.  I'm expecting this will last for many years, this will be my last update.
1061712
This is well built and should last for many years, works extremely well and the storage case is a big plus.
1033187
Use this daily, still looks brand new after months and months of use
1848529
Wish I had this years ago!  Use it all the time.
2935945
Fantastic quality.  It is worth the money, this will last a long time.
496306
Have been using this for over 4 years now and it's still as good as new. Wouldn't give it up for anything.
1155414
Handy, well made, I expect to use this for many years.
2703194
Excelent choice ..worth it. How could I live without it?!?
711246
Just want to add my voice on such a great piece of kitchen equipment.  We have used this for over 3 years and gotten more than a fair amount of use out of it.  What I like best is that I can lift the piece out of the base and remove the lid as well as a cover then stick it all in the fridge to be reheated the next day.  With care, three years later, it will look as new as the day you purchased it.  Would definitely buy another if I needed to.
629588
We bought this blender in December, 2014 with some apprehension. It seemed like too much money to spend on just a blender. But this is definitely not just a blender. It has stood up to consistent heavy use since we bought it and blends things that no other blender we've tried will. We use it to make nut butter, smoothies, ice cream, soups, purees, and have never had any issues.

We are continually finding new uses for our vitamix and have recommended it to multiple family members. The few times that it has been too thick to blend without help, the supplied pusher works phenomenally to get things running smoothly.

In the opinion of my wife and I, our vitamix has been well worth everything we paid for it. This is especially true because we saved about 25% by buying a refurbished one from Amazon warehouse deals. We highly recommend getting one but think it is wisest to keep an eye out for a good sale first.
1598514
I've had this pan for nearly two years and I use it frequently - at least once or twice per week (150 times or so by now?). It still looks like new, but in some ways even better. The copper patina gets more beautiful with time and the stainless steel cooking surface is easily cleaned to original finish with a bit of steel wool. The quality is such that this item should last and provide excellent service for decades.

It's great for Paella, but also very convenient when I need to saut a large batch of vegetables for a stew, make an extra large egg scramble or omelet, stir fry, or make French toast for the whole family. So it easily doubles as an extra large frying pan (or wok), spreading the heat evenly and cooking food nicely. It's not as heavy as one might expect for the large cooking surface that it provides, and it it looks gorgeous hanging in the kitchen. I originally thought that it was a bit pricey , but now I am convinced that it was money very well spent.
1962709
We wore our old one out after using it every day for ten years, so I just bought a new one. Still using it daily! A great gadget, you'll love it.
4913105
I have it for more than a year, and it is often in use. Great product, well designed and very  high quality. It worths every penny you pay  for it.
112647
I  own a much older version of this product. I know I've had it for at least 16 years and I would guess I've had it for well over 20 years. And it's still going strong! The major difference between this one and my old one is the old one came with a blender attachment and a small chopper/food processor and the new one has the large food processor.  Also the new version has the "power squeeze" technology. Without exception, this is the single most valuable, highest quality, and "value for the money" household product of any type I have ever bought.  The funny thing is that when I originally bought it I thought I was just getting the immersion blender. I didn't read the product description very carefully and was surprised when I kept unpacking more and more attachments and parts.  At the time I assumed I'd shove all the extra stuff to the back of a top cabinet and just use the immersion blender.  I could not have been more wrong. I use every single part that came with my Braun and they all still work great. To name a few, I make all kinds of smoothies, whip egg whites and cream, chop and make salsa, guacamole, egg and tuna salads, blend frozen margaritas, mix sauces, and chop nuts, grate cheeses, and even mix cakes with this great tool. I could go on and on about how I have every tool for every job in the kitchen. I keep thinking it will finally give out one of these days and I'll order the new one so I can have the big food processor, but this one just keeps on going and doing a great job. You'd think the parts would no longer work very well after all these years, but they are still just as sharp, strong, and snap together as tightly as they did the day I first got them. When was the last time you could say that about anything you bought especially considering the VERY FAIR price I paid. I just can't give up on this great Braun product, so my niece has found the answer to my desire for a new, black version with a large food processor.  I will give her the old one and buy a new one for myself. What a smart young lady she is. She can keep using the old one for at least another 20 years and I can break in a new one for when her daughter is ready for one of her own. We don't believe in wasting anything in our family.  We certainly believe in passing down things of value including everything we have ever purchased from Braun (coffee maker, steam iron, and electric razor).  You should start your own family tradition with Braun. You will ABSOLUTELY be very happy you spent your money so wisely. . . today and over 20 years from today!

I don't work for Braun. I have not received anything for writing this review. I am not related to any member of the Braun company or family. I am simply a most satisfied, extremely happy customer.
2010572
have been using this for over 20 yrs, still a great product.
2518024
Highly valuable, practical, useful. As long as I take good care of it, it will last me a long time. Great product quality and attractive design. Would buy another