The Starfrit Personal Blender makes integrating produce into your diet a breeze. Operable at 3 different speeds--high, low and pulse control--the blender is specifically designed for convenience and user-friendliness. It comes with 2 custom-made blades: the blending blade crushes ice into snow in seconds, ideal for frozen shakes and smoothies. while the the grinding blade can quickly and easily process coffee beans, nuts and spices. The blender is also 100% safe and mess-free as it is programmed not to operate unless the blade lid is securely fastened to the cup. It's must-have for any healthy eating advocate!