I use my Magic Bullet to make my morning smoothies. I've had it for about 1 1/2 years, and it has earned its keep!
I got mine from HSN for around $49? (I just saw a similar blender that looks even better, for about the same price.)
I have used the MB for other blending, but it doesn't do it as well (using the larger "blender container"that comes with it.
It's great for smoothies, though.