Vita-Mix 1320 Professional Series, Platinum Review

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(More customer reviews)My wife and I have two Vita-Mix blenders. We bought one at a fair 6 years ago, and picked up a new-in-the-box commercial model at an auction about 3 years ago. We have used both heavily. Vita-Mix blenders are tall (too tall to fit under typical kitchen cabinets), heavy, loud, and very, very effective. Like most, we've burned through any number of typical home blenders. The Vita-Mix blenders last.
Customer service is superb. We've had exactly one problem - the variable speed dial got really difficult to turn. With about two weeks go to on the original 5-year warranty (warranties have changed since - they're longer now), Vita-Mix fixed the base, including paying shipping both ways, and also told us to send along the container so they could make sure it was in good shape - and then replaced the blade for us.
Vita-Mix blenders come with a tamper, and a lid designed to take the tamper. Most of the time you don't need it. It comes in handy for very thick, very cold blends, like thick smoothies, ice cream, etc. You will absolutely, positively need to have a tamper - or stop and use a scraper - with ANY blender, no matter how powerful, the shape of the container, or configuration of the blades. "Tamper" is actually something of a misnomer. While it is used to tamp at times, it actually changes the mixing dynamics by effectively taking up part of the volume at the center of the container, eliminating cavitation in mixes where that's helpful.
The Vita-Mix base units are heavy because they use heavy-duty motors. Don't be taken in by competing companies' horsepower claims with lighter-duty motors with half the weight. The competitors hit higher horsepower ratings by running their motors at higher speeds. All blender motors run fast, of course, and bumping up the horsepower by pulling more amps this way can be appropriate for some motor applications, but you can't consider one factor in a vacuum. The Vita-Mix motors are heavy, and heavy motors last longer by using heavier cores and windings, both of which make the motor stand up longer to heavy use and heat without breaking down. Vita-Mix containers also employ a heavy flywheel below the blades. That, in conjunction with the heavier-duty motor, is what gives you longevity, and the ability to chop heavy stuff for years. If you look at the motor-to-container connector, you will also see that the Vita-Mix uses a larger diameter connector - less stress, more life, and lower possibility of stripping.
I do wish they were quieter, but the competitors are in the same ballpark, claims to the contrary notwithstanding. The height can be dealt with by simply storing the container away from the base (which we leave on the countertop). My only real complaint is the cost of extra containers. I'd love one of the 32oz containers, but think $100-$120 (typical price at a fair)is too much.

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"It's not a blender - It's a Vita-Mix!"Ordinary blenders can't begin to approach the speed nor the results you'll enjoy while using the powerful Vita-Mix machine.Like no other kitchen appliance available, the Professional Series Vita-Mix, multi-tasking appliance will unlock the deep rich flavor treasures hidden in all your select ingredients.You can create dishes the way professional chefs do.It easily handles the work of many appliances so you can blend, puree, chop, juice, grind and more, all in this one versatile machine!An easel-design recipe booksaves counter space and is packed with over 300 full-color, easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipes and tips from top-rated chefs.Instructional DVD and owner's manual included.

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The Bullet Express System (W/ Bonus Juicer Express) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this because I love my Magic Bullet, however, this is definitely not the same quality. The juicer was ok, but the shredder shot my cabbage across the counter, til I found a really big bowl (it's a 2 man job in the infomercial). The third time I used the Bullet, I tried making some dough. The motor overheated after about a minute, then smoke poured out of the machine. I scraped out the dough and used my KitchenAid to finish the job (easily I might add). Fortunately the motor worked again after it cooled down. Check other sites you'll find this and other worse issues to be common problems - including poor customer service. Save your money. This product is not as advertised.

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The Bullet Express System (W/ Bonus Juicer Express) Make any full family meal ready to HEAT or EAT in just 8 minutes! Slice, shred, mix, blend, chop, mince, crush and juice all in one machine! One machine does it all! The Meal Maker Express attachment is used for slicing and shredding a variety of vegetables, fruits, meats and cheeses in just seconds. The Meal Mixer Express attachment is used for a variety of functions including mixing, blending, chopping, mincing, ice crushing, etc. at bullet speeds. The Juicer Express Attachment can be used for juicing all types of fruits and vegetables. Juice whole fruits and vegetables in seconds. You can even juice full wedges of watermelon, rind and all, with it's powerful 400 Watt motor! The Motor Base is the common mechanism that powers the other components. The Safety Clamps on the Motor Base hold the other components safely in place during operation. Express system includes: 1 x Motor base The Meal Maker Express attachment is used for slicing and shredding a variety of vegetables, fruits, meats and cheeses in just seconds. Includes the following attachments for Meal Maker- slicer/shredder food pusher, slicer/shredder cover, slicer/shredder bowl, slicer/shreder gear body, 3 x slicer/shredder discs for cutting. The Meal Mixer Express attachment is used for a variety of functions including mixing, blending, chopping, mincing, ice crushing etc at bullet speeds. Includes the following attachments for Meal Mixer- slicer/shredder food pusher, meal mixer cover, meal mixer bowl, chopper/mixer blade, flat blade, blade remover Bonus Juicer Express included Includes attachments for Juicer Express- juicer cover, juicer filter, juicer pulp container, juicer feed tube pusher, juicer bowl with detachable spout, juicer cleaning brush Cookbook Bonus 101 Recipe Cookbook (additional cookbook) Bullet Express user manual

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Samson / Matstone 6-in-1 Juicer - Model GB9001 - 10 Yr Warranty Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a huge juicer. Every morning my wife and I juice. We noticed that our juiceman jr was not efficiently juicing our green vegies. It was wasting 90% of them. The green veggies (expensive I might add) went right into the plastic bin hardly touched. I went to Jamba Juice and they explained how an auger presses the green juices - and, that's what Jamba uses for their wheat grass....well, the rest is history. I did my homework and found out that augers are more efficient just like Jamba explained. And, kitchens best walked me through the entire thing. Plus, they offered a 90 day money back warranty. They are incredibly nice and I can't believe they offer that kind of awesome money back gaurantee. Anyway, they are RIGHT about the juicer - it absolutely presses out 95% more green juice than the Jack Lalane and Juice man Jr. styles..and it does a better job on apples, ginger, and everything else too. The ONLY down side is - it's a slower process. But, in life - you can't have everything. I would much rather take a minute or two more each day and get my monies worth out of the fruits and veggies I buy than to speed through it and waste my food. Also, I seriously think it tastes better too!! Reason being, the other style spins it so fast - I swear it tasted "burned" sometimes. The Samson seems sweeter and more mellow. Anyway, trust me - you won't go wrong with this juicer or this company. Lovely company. Fair price too. Nobody offers a 90 day warranty...not even KMART OR WALLMART!! Nuff said. Buy it - you will thank me later.


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The Matstone 6-in-1 Juicer is the most well known versatile single auger juicer on the market today. It has also been sold for many years under the brand name Samson 6-in-1 Juicer. Buy the original Matstone factory brand direct today and get the same great juicer at a discounted price over other published brands. The Matstone 6-in-1 single auger juicer has six completely different functions, making this juicer six machines in one! Not only can you extract juice from fruit, vegetables, and wheatgrass, you can also: mince or chop seasonings, mince meats and fish, use as a food mill to make bread sticks, cookies, and pastas, or use to extract oil from sesame seeds (extra attachment required). The Matstone Juicer produces 3 and 1/2 times more juice from vegetables and fruits when compared with existing conventional juicers. Regular high-speed juicers can destroy natural flavors and the nutritional value of vegetables and fruits. With its low 80 RPMs, the Matstone Juicer preserves as much flavor and nutritional value as possible. Juice made with the Matstone Juicer can be stored in the fridge for 48 hours without the loss of flavor, nutrients or appearance. The Matstone is made of U.S. FDA-approved polycarbonate and melamine. The materials are semi-permanent and extremely hygienic. The redesign and reinforcing of the juicing screen combined with the advanced auger design gives a finer juice. The auger design also allows for easier processing of fruit and vegetables. The Matstone Juicer has a built-in safety control device to prevent over-heating and it restarts when it has cooled down. The Matstone Juicer is easy to assemble, disassemble, and clean. It only takes 15 seconds to assemble or disassemble this juicer and about a minute to clean it! Whether you're new to juicing or a pro, this juicer will be a benefit to your health. Quick and easy to use, The Matstone Juicer allows you to make tasty juice in minutes while still maximizing the natural nutrients and enzymes!

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Green Power Juicer - Model KPE 1304 - 10 Yr. Warranty Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned several juicers over the years including Acme, Champion, and Juiceman II. Since the latter was what I replaced with the Green Power I will use it to make my comparison. The Juiceman is a good middle of the road juicer but we decided to upgrade when my wife became ill. We wanted one that could juice wheatgrass, and provided a better quality juice than the Juiceman. After researching we went with the Green Power.
Pro: the Green Power does provide a better quality juice. The pulp is much drier, the juice keeps longer, and it does a pretty fair job with wheatgrass. The Juiceman produces a wetter pulp and will not juice wheatgrass.
Con: not easy to clean. The Juiceman takes about two minutes and you're done, the Green power has more parts, smaller screens and just takes longer. Also,the juicer itself needs to be cleaned where the twin screws attach. Complicated. If you want carrot apple juice you have to replace screens in the middle of juicing. The Juiceman juices fruits and vegetables without the need to change screens. The Green Power requires taking off the vegetable screen and replacing it with a fruit screen. This is messy and time consuming, plus it doesn't do a great job with fruit. Pulpy. The Green Power juice is very pulpy no matter how much you tighten down the pulp adjustor. A strainer is advised.
One other issue I have with the Green Power is it occasionally will spurt juice and pulp up through the feeder tube if you are juicing wet vegetables like cucumbers. So the juicer and counter have a nice coating of juice and pulp. Having said all this, the quality of the juice may well overide all these other issues and I may find some of them are correctable over time (I've been using the Green Power for a couple of months).

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The Green Power KP-E 1304 Twin Gear Juicer provides a great way to improve your diet and nutrition, by allowing you to make your own fresh juice, right at home. With patented twin gear and new bio-ceramic and magnetic technology, it naturally prolongs the storage time and freshness by ionizing your juice. Rather than juicing two, sometimes three times per day like other conventional juicers, you can prepare your juice once in the morning and store it for up to 72 hours! The Green Powers unique horizontal twin gears are so versatile allowing you to juice leafy greens and herbs, fibrous plants and grasses, and tough, stringy vegetables and even sprouts. Fruits and vegetables are thoroughly crushed, rather than cut or shred into small pieces, as other juicers do. Other older twin gear juicers are notorious for frequently clogging when juicing fruit like strawberries, kiwis, or watermelon. With the Green Power Juicer, you don't have to worry. It will juice continuously, without clogging.With a large feeding shoot and superior cutting gears, it's the right choice for those who want less preparation and easy feeding. Using the multi-purpose kit, a variety of pastas can be made. Multi-purpose functions also include grinding coffee, grains, seeds and nuts. The Green Power Juicer is designed for life. If an unusually hard substance accidentally enters the gears, the reverse rotation override immediately stops the motor before any damage occurs. Additionally, Green Power's precision balanced ¼ horsepower 160RPM motor generates very little noise or vibration compared to other juicers. We are confident that your Green Power Juicer will bring you a lifetime of trouble free, noise free, enjoyable juicing.Kitchen's Best feels so strongly about making sure that you have the best shopping experience possible. That's why we want to make sure that you can purchase hassle free with our 90 day unconditional guarantee! Unbeatable customer service and support is our priority.

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KitchenAid JE Citrus Juicer Stand Mixer Attachment Review

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(More customer reviews)I really like this attachment and use it frequently. That said, I have some suggestions:
For users-
1. Use the KitchenAid mixing bowl to catch the juice, and place a large standard kitchen strainer across the bowl. This speeds things up a lot!
2. Rub some shortening on the aluminum shaft before inserting it into the brass sleeve. If you use your juicer a lot, this will greatly prolong its life.
For KitchenAid-
1. The plastic piece that inserts into the mixer should be made out of metal, instead of plastic with a metal sleve. On mine the plastic is cracking away from the brass.
2. The aluminum shaft should be brass or steel. As it is, the bearing surface is a small area of aluminum that even when lubricated, is showing lots of wear.

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JE -Special strainer keeps pulp in the juicer not in your glass -Easily attaches to any Kitchenaid stand mixer Quickly and easily extract juice from the smallest lime to the largest grapefruit. A special strainer helps trap pulp.

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