Had to find a replacement for one that I dropped and cracked on a slate floor. These were a great find. They seem sturdier than the original and the seal on the lid and spout are super-tight. Plus, now I have two and at such a reasonable price--well under one replacement from the manufacturer site.
1. TIME OWNED: A few months 2. USAGE FREQUENCY: Twice a week 3. PURPOSES: Shakes, smoothies, soups. 4. POSITIVES: Size, Shape, Durability, Compatibility 5. NEGATIVES: Initial investment price 6. SUMMARY: Bonus is that I can now make larger batches and save half for later. 7. RECOMMENDATION: Buy! 8. HOW I RATE: > 5 Stars: EXCEEDS expectations and accomplishes its purpose > 4 Stars: MEETS all expectations and accomplishes its purpose > 3 Stars - DOES NOT MEET expectations, but accomplishes its purpose > 2 Stars - MAJOR FLAWS but somewhat accomplishes its purpose > 1 Star - DEFECTIVE or deceitful. Does not accomplish its purpose.