Pros: fast, accurate, small portions, does what claims, consistent chopping, easy-to-clean. Cons: lots of parts, blender for only softer items, plastic gears The Bottom Line: The NINJA MASTER PREP actually does what the commercial claims- refreshing, isn't it? A few drawbacks, but an excellent gift and item to have. We have all done it. Sitting there, enjoying some passive entertainment and then suddenly it happens … more