Vita-Mix 1321 Professional Series, Ruby Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)I saw this Vita-Mix and a Home and Garden show in Anaheim Califorina. I was very impressed and wanted to but it but I was low on cash so I waited till I had the money and bought the professional version. It comes with a wonderful DVD and the receipe book is just out of this world. This mixer does everything but cook a steak on the BBQ. The DVD explains all the things it can do like make soup and bread dough. I thought I was just going to make fresh fruit with wheat germ, honey and soy protein drinks. I was totally wrong. And I'm glad I am because it is worth every penny. Make sure you get the DVD and book with any model you choose it is worth it. I love mine and I'm sure you will too. I use it every day and clean up takes seconds.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Vita-Mix 1321 Professional Series, Ruby

With its 2-plus peak horsepower motor that generates blade speeds of 240 MPH, this efficient countertop appliance works great for whipping up smoothies, mixing frozen drinks, blending pureed soups, stirring up salsas, and more. The blender features a laser-cut one-piece stainless-steel blade assembly, durable all-metal construction, a brushed aluminum faceplate with a ruby-colored finish, and soft-touch switches and dial. Its variable speed control includes high and low operation and 1 to 10 speeds. In addition, the blender's durable, oversized, 64-ounce polycarbonate jar includes a soft-touch handle for graceful serving. The blender comes with a "Let's Get Started" instructional DVD and a recipe book with over 300 recipes, including ones for Carrot Fruit Sorbet, California Salsa, and a Mocachino. Made in the USA, the blender measures 20-1/2 by 7-1/4 by 8-3/4 inches and carries a full seven-year warranty.

Get 17% OFF

Click here for more information about Vita-Mix 1321 Professional Series, Ruby

Blendtec Total Blenders Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)The Blendtec is a professional product, made to work, and it does. The power is great; the blades are very strong and take chopping ice everyday as does the motor. We are constantly making smoothies. The cycles programmed in can do a lot of "smoothing without thinking."
It's true, the documentation that comes with it is sparse, but if you feel it's necessary, find a book on blending, on Amazon. You cant judge a professional tool by a recipe book, they expect you to know how to use a blender.
I used to go through blenders in about three months, even the very high priced Braun went in less than 6 months (it cost a grand). My first Blendtec is now 2 years old, and all I had to replace is the jar. I now have a second, and won't buy another brand blender anymore.


Click Here to see more reviews about: Blendtec Total Blenders

The Total Blender is designed to do it all. From smoothies, fresh juice, ice cream, milkshakes, cappuccinos, margaritas, to soups, sauces, dressings, salsas and more! Have you seen the unique square jar somewhere before? Its the same jar used in the best coffee shops, smoothie bars, gyms, and restaurants around the world. For years blending professionals have turned to Blendtec for the best in taste and texture. Now with The Total Blender you can enjoy that same great taste and texture in your home.The Total Blender prepares food fast, smooth, and with impeccable taste. Tired of your blender not being able to crush ice? The Total Blender has so much power it turns ice to snow (1500-watts). We¿re so confident that The Total Blender actually comes with an ice-crushing guarantee.Only smooth refreshing drinks from now on! The Total Blender has a 3-year warranty, and will be the last blender you¿ll ever buy. From the home gourmet chef to the on-the-go gym junkie, The Total Blender is FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE.Blentec is the manufacturer of high quality blenders, mixers, and dispensing equipment for commercial use.Blendtec has introduced many innovations that include: the most powerful blender, state of the art electronic, programmable blend cycles and many others.With an increasing demand for high performance kitchen appliances blendtec created its Fine Living Products line.This line is dedicated for the home use and includes the same commercial power, performance, and design, with emphasis on home use and product appearance.

Get 35% OFF

Click here for more information about Blendtec Total Blenders

Vita-Mix 1320 Professional Series, Platinum Review

Average Reviews:

(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.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Vita-Mix 1320 Professional Series, Platinum

"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.

Get 17% OFF

Click here for more information about Vita-Mix 1320 Professional Series, Platinum

Waring MX1050XT Xtreme Hi-Power Blender Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)This blender is strong, powerful and FAST. The motor spins at 45,000 RPM and makes fast work of any blending job. The connection between the motor and blending jar is metal to metal (NO PLASTIC drive parts). The price is right, check out the warranty 3 years on motor and 2 years parts and labor, but it's built for commercial use and the way I use it - I expect it to last a long long time.
A huge advantage to me was the fact that it is only 18.5 inches tall (with the lid on, the 18" measurement is without the lid). This allows it to sit under my upper cupboards, neither the VitaMix or Blendtec would fit when assembled.
The motor has all the power you need, but is a bit noisy - I have to wait for a TV commercial or get dirty looks from my wife. Yet it is quieter than some other blenders because of the rubber cushion between the motor base and where the blending jar sits (which is removable and easy to clean).
The blending jar is big enough to really be useful. I like to make blender - ice cream - and can store a 7 days worth in the freezer from a single batch. While there is a hole in the top of the lid, I no longer use it as there is a certain splatter factor that comes with a blender that runs this strong and fast ;->
My blender ice cream, ½ cup of sugar free French vanilla coffee creamer, 1.5 cups of milk, ¼ cup Amaretto, frozen strawberries. I take out around 15 or 20 strawberries (depending on size) and allow them to partially defrost (still frozen in the center) this is necessary so it does not freeze up and not blend correctly with just a few berries. Put the milk, creamer and amaretto in the blending jar, add the partially defrosted berries, cover and blend, add milk if too thick to blend correctly. Once the concoction is blending smoothly add a couple hard frozen berries at a time to thicken as much as you would like. I use the reusable zip lock 1 cup plastic containers and fill about ¾ of the way to store in the freezer. Yummy


Click Here to see more reviews about: Waring MX1050XT Xtreme Hi-Power Blender

Turn Blending into a Spectator Sport!Waring's heavy-duty, 3.5 peak HP blenders give professionals a huge advantage over the competition. Their high-power motors process up to half a gallon of ingredients in record time. Juice, puree, blend and frappe like a pro, with plenty of power for just about any blending job.Use this versatile blender to make everything from an orange & pineapple juice combo, a blended coffee drink, a rich and thick shake or to puree ingredients for soups or sauces.The lightweight, polycarbonate container holds up to 64 ounces, and you'll love the easy-to-clean waterproof membrane touchpad.The Waring MX-series blenders are also compatible with VitaMix blending containers.

Get 47% OFF

Click here for more information about Waring MX1050XT Xtreme Hi-Power Blender

Vita-Mix Vita Prep 3 Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)The Vita-Prep is really a chef's dream come true. This thing is a workhorse. We've had it for 2 years now, and it still works just like the day we bought it. We love it. Smoothies are a breeze, and it will chop up stuff so efficiently that you could make juice out of just about anything. Whole Carrots = Carrot juice. Cabbage = Cabbage juice. Old laptop? No problem, laptop juice. This thing grinds up anything - Nuts into dust, ice into gelato. If money is an issue, the regular vita-mix is almost as good and the difference is not that significant. I decided to spend the extra money over the regular Vita-Mix because I figured that I'd have it for a long time (7 year guarantee) and I didn't want to look back on the purchase and wish and wonder about the nicer model. And, while 30-50% more money than the regular Vita-Mix, I wouldn't say it is really 50% better, but noticeably better for sure. I'm happy that I spent the extra money, but probably would have also been happy with the regular vita-mix. If money isn't an issue, or if you're somebody who just really appreciates the best, go ahead and buy this and you'll enjoy it for many many years. Whatever you do, make sure that the vita-mix model you buy has a variable speed control - don't buy their cheap one.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Vita-Mix Vita Prep 3

Vita-Prep 3 by Vita-Mix Model 1005 Features & SpecificationsVitaMix Vita-Prep 3 1005 Commercial Variable Speed Blender - Extremely versatile machine! The Vitamix VitaPrep 3 (1005) boasts a powerful 3+ Horsepower Motor with 37,000 RPM.The unit has variable speed which is great for purees, grinding whole spices and grains, vegetables and more!While the cost on this blender is pretty high we feel that after you have used a regular blender, and then a Vita-mix you will see the difference!This also comes with the standard VitaMix Blender recipe book which is very well written and fun to explore.This motor is so powerful yet so balanced there is no need to hold the base. Just let it do its thing!While the design seems simple, the functions are impressive:Make countless amounts of beverages! - 31 'Beverage' recipes in their cookbookMake an amazing array of soups that actually steam! - 14 'Soup' recipes in their cookbookMake sauces and dips/sauces! - 9 'Dips/Sauces' recipes in their cookbookMake baby foods/purees! - 12 'Baby foods / Purees' recipes in their cookbookMake dressings! - 10 'Dressings' recopies in their cookbookMake desserts! - 12 'Desserts' recipes in their cookbookMake juices!Make nut butters! Grind seeds, nuts and more!Features:Heavy duty 3+ Peak Horse Power37,000 RPM Bare MotorVariable SpeedsPatented bladesNSF CertifiedClear non-toxic polycarbonate containerThermally protected motorComes with lid and plungerComes with a breathtaking recipe bookThree year warrantySpecifications: ModelVITAPREP 3 - 1005Weight14 lbs.DimensionsDepth:9"Width:8"Height:20"Voltage120 V / AC / 60Hz / 11.5 ampsMotor3+ Peak horsepowerMotor SpeedVariable Speed / 37,000 MAX RPMBuilt ofThick plastic housingPitcher64 Oz PlasticElectrical Cord Storage CompartmentYesOn / Off ControlSwitchParts to cleanCarafeRecipe Book91 pages / 188 Different RecipesWarranty3 Year Warranty

Get 3% OFF

Click here for more information about Vita-Mix Vita Prep 3

K-Tec Champ HP3A Blender Black - Identical to the BlendTec Total Blender Plus More Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)This thing is great! I previously had a typical kitchen blender, but had the priviledge of using a friend's Vita-mix for a few weeks...I thought it would be exactly the same, but it isn't...in a good way. There is a slight learning curve, but not much. The good differences are: ease of cleaning, for sure! Size! Also, it has pre-programmed cycles, AS WELL AS a pulse up and pulse down button so that one can manually blend. The only thing I have not figured out is why it tells me digitally how many cycles it has run? Anyone know offhand?
I highly recommend this! Loving the fresh veggie smoothies that are SOOOO SMOOTH.

Click Here to see more reviews about: K-Tec Champ HP3A Blender Black - Identical to the BlendTec Total Blender Plus More

BlendTec Total Blender / KTEC Champ HP3 BLACK Features & Specifications The K-Tec HP3A Blender - BLACKnbspThe Total Blender by BlendTec and the K-Tec HP3Abrand are identical!nbsp It is actually the same manufacturer, BlendTec/KTEC sells the other brand inside stores andcoffee/smoothie shops. This is a blender that can simply handle anything you throwat it, just like the well known VitaMixwhich 877MyJuicer carries as well.nbsp However, this blenderbeats out the VitaMix in the sized motor, wattage and with itsprogrammable blend cycles (25 pre-programmed) its pretty darncool!nbsp It is quick, fast and efficient.nbsp The smoothlook of an eitherblack or white base will fit anykitchen style.nbsp It also fits underneath the counter foreasy storage While the cost on this blender is prettyhigh we feel that after you have used a regular blender, andthen a K-Tec you are guaranteed to see the difference! This comes with an impressive recipe book which definitely adds part of the valueto this unit. While the design seems simple, the functions are impressive:Make countless amounts of beverages!Make an amazing array of soups that actually steam!Make sauces and dips/sauces! Make baby foods/purees! Make dressings! Make desserts! Make ice cream!Make juices!Make nut butters!Grind seeds, nuts and more! Features:Heavy duty 3+ Peak Horse Power, 1500 Watt motorPatented bladesClear non-toxic polycarbonate containerThermally protected motorComes with lidComes with a recipe bookFits underneath the counterLightweightSmart -touch tec-nologyPre-programmed blending cycles Specificatio

Get 33% OFF

Click here for more information about K-Tec Champ HP3A Blender Black - Identical to the BlendTec Total Blender Plus More

Vita-Mix CIA Restaurant Commercial Blender: Platinum Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)My wife and I got a blender as a wedding gift, 3 months later, it was broken. So we bought another blender for $50 and a year later (after minimal use) it was broken. Then I worked at a company that gave you "reward points" for doing good work...it was an employee incentive program. After two years of accruing points, I got this Vita-Mix. Nothing compares to it. Smoothies are smooth. It makes excellent margaritas, grasshoppers, and daiquiris. I use the blender at least every other day. We got rid of our food processor and juicer and coffee grinder, because this blender does all those things perfectly. It's amazing at chopping up onions too. I cannot say enough good things about this blender. It is worth the money, because you know this blender will last forever. I've never had any problem with it.
It is expensive, and without the employee incentive program, I would never have owned one. But if this one ever breaks, getting a new one will be something I budget for.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Vita-Mix CIA Restaurant Commercial Blender: Platinum

Vitamix and the Culinary Institute of America have partnered to bring you the CIA Professional by Vitamix. The CIA has trained more than 37,000 chefs and foodservice professionals, including many celebrity chefs. Ordinary blenders can't begin to approach the speed nor the results you'll enjoy while using the powerful CIA Professional by Vitamix machine. Like no other kitchen appliance available, the CIA Professional by Vitamix 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! Included is an exclusive new recipe book, "Recipes and Techniques from the CIA Master Chefs". The book features more than 20 recipes developed by the CIA's Certified Master Chefs. The CIA Professional by Vitamix also comes with "Create", an easel-design recipe book which saves counter space and is packed with over 300 easy-to-prepare recipes from some of the country's top professional chefs, including Joanne, Weir, Michael Symon and Hugh Carpenter. Instructional DVD and owner's manual included. "It's not a blender - It's a Vitamix!"

Click here for more information about Vita-Mix CIA Restaurant Commercial Blender: Platinum

HP3A Blendtec 3 hp Food Fruit Blender Blend-tec Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)If you're serious about getting a real blender, it comes down to Blendtec and Vita-Mix. I don't think you can go wrong with either of these "real" blenders. All the others are fine, I guess. I'd been making do with a classic Waring and a cheap new thing that promised to circulate the contents in some kind of wave motion. Whatever. They both made enough noise to drown out a helicopter landing on my roof, and I seriously feared they'd fly apart and I'd die from shrapnel wounds. And they were such a pain to clean that I regretted pulling them out of the cupboard in the first place. I needed something better, and man, did I find it!
I chose the Blendtec for the following reasons:
-it's smaller
-no knobs or crevices to clean or gum up
-square pitcher pours better
-3 HP motor (!)
-excellent design and choice of materials
-Vita-Mix is incredibly ugly -- I wonder if that was on purpose or just some unfortunate accident?
-relatively quiet -- if you want to hear loud, come over and I'll dig out my old blenders and make you a smoothie
-Extremely easy to clean
Yes, I love it and haven't found anything about it I'd change.

Click Here to see more reviews about: HP3A Blendtec 3 hp Food Fruit Blender Blend-tec

The BlendTec 1500-watt Home Blender with 3 peak horsepower can unlock phytonutrients and antioxidants in fruits and vegetables and make whole foods easier for the body to absorb by bursting the cell walls and unlocking the natural vitamins and minerals inside. With a 3 peak horsepower motor, the HP3A will micronize the seeds, stems and skin of fruits and vegetables, making the nutrition more bio-available for the body.This is made to order. Please allow 2 weeks for product to arrive.

Get 20% OFF

Click here for more information about HP3A Blendtec 3 hp Food Fruit Blender Blend-tec

17 Pcs Party Blender Blends, Mixes, Grinds, Chops,& Juicer Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)My Magic Bullet broke after many years of daily use. Actually, it was a black plastic piece on the motor shaft that the blade assembly nestles onto that broke. I didn't think that super-glueing it back together would work due to the pressure exerted on that piece. So off I went to buy a new motor.
Prices of motors alone (on eBay) were about the same as buying this entire Cookinex set, so I went for this set. If you look closely, it appears to have an identical motor to the Magic Bullet, so I took my chances.
I am now happy to say that it IS completely compatible.
1 - the blade assembly from Magic Bullet fits onto the Cookinex motor and turns on properly.
2 - the cups from the Magic Bullet set screw onto the blade assembly for the Cookinex. I tested the connection and there was no leakage.
All parts are interchangeable, so now I have some pretty new cups as well as a fully functional motor replacement for my Magic Bullet.
Hurray!

Click Here to see more reviews about: 17 Pcs Party Blender Blends, Mixes, Grinds, Chops,& Juicer

This is a party in a box. Make juices shakes, dips and just about anything else you could want for your next get together. With the microwave and dishwasher safe cups you save time preping and cleaning.

Click here for more information about 17 Pcs Party Blender Blends, Mixes, Grinds, Chops,& Juicer

Waring HPB300 MegaMix Commercial Blender, Brushed Steel Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)I bought this to replace a Kitchen Aid.
The Kitchen Aid uses a coupler on top of the motor which spins the blade that's made out of rubber over metal which will break if you make lots of frozen fruit drinks. That's what I had happen.
The Waring uses the same type of design, but the difference is that you can buy a replacement ($5.95) and put it on yourself with a wrench If it were to ever come apart. The Kitchen Aid has to be serviced, take apart the motor to get to it from the inside etc.
This Waring Blender is very powerful! It's loud and spins very fast. Which makes it blend in a fraction of the time of others. It makes my old Kitchen-Aid seem like a childs toy in comparison.
It's much more obviously commercial through heft, simplicity of design and function and servicability.
It has only 2 speeds. Professional chefs say that's all you need. it has a simple toggle switch, no multiple speed electronic gimmics. Just very functional.
I originally really wanted a glass container. It provided some heft to my old Kitchen-Aid and I thought that it was a sign of higher quality.
For a commercial application you would prefer the unbreakable quality of the polycarbon plastic as well as the lack of weight. It's light as a feather.
I was also concerned that the blade being permenantly mounted inside the container would be hard to clean. (actually you can take it apart with a deep socket and extension, not for cleaning but blade replacement). My Kitchen Aids came apart for cleaning and I could put it in the dishwasher. I find the cleaning instruction are easy with the Waring, actually simple to clean you should just do it right away once your done mixing. Less time to clean and assemble.
What I see now with comparing this to the kitchen-Aid besides what I've already mentioned, is that the Kitchen-Aid looks simple through it's visual design. It's over designed through what appear to be valuable features which only make it more complicated. You have to do more work from cleaning, assembling and servicing.
The Waring on the other hand is bare bones functional. It was designed to blend and be easily serviced and quickly cleaned.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Waring HPB300 MegaMix Commercial Blender, Brushed Steel

Whip up your favorite drinks, soups, sauces, desserts and more with the Waring Pro commercial blender. The classic and simple design uses only a two-speed toggle switch for either high or low mixing and blending that can crush ice, mix, chop, whip and puree. The single piece jar is made from unbreakable polycarbonate so you can put hot foods in it without having to worry and features easy to read English and metric graduated measurements. The heavy base kicks out a whopping horsepower from the commercial style motor. Even clean up is easier with the fixed, self-cleaning blade, which means the only separate piece is the lid.

Get 50% OFF

Click here for more information about Waring HPB300 MegaMix Commercial Blender, Brushed Steel

Waring MX1000 Professional 3.0 -Horsepower Blender Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)We have gone through 4 blenders in the last 18 months. We are consumers of high quality products and usually do our research. Each and everyday we make "fruit shakes" for our family of 5. Our mix consists of frozen fruit, sometimes some fresh fruit, yogurt, and oj. Our other blenders burned out, even the Blendtec couldn't handle the job (it automatically shut down on us, plus it couldn't really handle 64 oz. of our mix!). But this guy (okay, it's very masculine looking), can do the job quick and make enough in the mega-sized 64 oz. plus pitcher for all 5 of us (we usually have to make 2 pitchers). Frozen drinks are just about all we use a blender for so for our purposes, this is the only one for us! It's loud, it's scary, it moves about a bit, but it does the job so fast that it doesn't matter that much. It's not that attractive to my eyes, but my DH thinks otherwise. I usually like to store my appliances in cabinets, but this one is too big and heavy to move in and out each day...so on the counter it stays (it's sure to be a conversation piece). I have to say that it makes my life A LOT easier and that is why I rate it a 5.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Waring MX1000 Professional 3.0 -Horsepower Blender

Waring Pro 3.0 HP Blender heavy duty, 30,000+ RPM's. Great for Soups, Salsas, sauces, desserts, dressings and beverages!

Get 37% OFF

Click here for more information about Waring MX1000 Professional 3.0 -Horsepower Blender

Handy Gourmet 5 in 1 Juicer/Food Processor Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)This product is useless. It fails at every one of its functions. I've tried using it just as a blender, or a processor, or a juicer, and it does not work. It only makes an awful mess.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Handy Gourmet 5 in 1 Juicer/Food Processor

Handy Gourmet 5 in 1 Juicer/Food ProcessorGet five vital kitchen tasks done with one convenient machine.Powerful motor with safety cut-out thermostat and multi-safety switch protection. Residue and juice separated in different routes with high juicing capability. Unique designs and easy cleaning and operating. Components disassemble quickly for easy and fast clean up.Great for:Juicing- Make juices will all kinds of fruit and vegetables Chopping- All fruits and vegatables etc Grinding - All kinds of nuts, spices and chocolate Mincing- Mince your chicken, beef, turkey or veal Mixing/blending- Make coffee, cold-tea, fruit-tea, milk shakes, and moreTechnical Information:Voltage- 110-120 V Frequency- 60 Hz Power- 350 Watts Revolutions- 11000-22000 rpm's Blending Capacity- 21.2 oz

Click here for more information about Handy Gourmet 5 in 1 Juicer/Food Processor

Breville BBL600XL Ikon 750-Watt 51-Ounce Blender Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)After owning two inferior blenders, I wanted one for our family that was powerful, sturdy, relatively quiet, easy to clean and good-looking. This blender is simply the best blender we have ever owned.
First, it is very powerful. You should have no problem using it for everything blenders are usually used for, including crushing ice, which it does amazingly well. It has a separate smoothie button that is fantastic: it varies the speed during the blending process and helps you create perfect smoothies, with no effort on your part. The blender shuts off automatically after using the smoothie or other preset functions, and has a digital display that counts down and tells you how long it will take to finish blending.
Perhaps most importantly, the curved blades and concave container are designed in such a way as to reduce or eliminate the amount of food that gets stuck in the bottom of the blender. In fact, after using it a few times, I was pleasantly surprised to find NO unblended pieces of food at the bottom of the blender. Everything was blended.
Regarding noise, this is by far the quietest blender I have ever encountered. With such a powerful motor, I'm not sure how they did it. I am a professional composer and have very sensitive ears, and the relative low volume of this blender is something I definitely appreciate. Don't get me wrong: it's a blender, so it still makes noise, but it is definitely NOT as loud as inferior blenders priced less than $100.
The base and container are quite heavy and will stay put when you are blending. It giggles a little when blending on a high setting (there are sturdy rubber feet that help to reduce noise), but it won't move on your counter. The container is made of thick glass, and you can wash the whole base in the dishwasher (the glass part in the bottom rack, the other parts in the top rack). The container lid has a sturdy ring that makes it very easy to pull off the tight-fitting lid. Don't let the pics fool you: that little ring is thicker than it looks.
Some blenders have plastic containers and some have glass, like this one. The advantage of plastic is really just the (usually) cheaper cost and lighter weight. The disadvantage is that plastic containers may crack (as ours did) and leak plastic molecules into your food over time as the container ages. Most plastics are carcinogenic, so I like to avoid plastic containers if at all possible, since this one is glass, and very thick, it is relatively safe. The markings on the side of the container are easy to read, so it's not difficult to use it as a measuring container when adding food, particularly liquids.
The blade housing is also very sturdy and much larger than on a typical cheap blender. It fits on so tightly that you need a turning handle (supplied) to unscrew the base. If I had only ONE complaint, this would be it. I don't like the idea of having to use anything other than my hands to disassemble the blender. But since I'll take a tight-fitting assembly over one that might leak any day, this really isn't a complaint at all.
BTW: for the technically inclined, this blender is assembled with screws, so if you wanted to disassemble the base, you could do it very easily. This thing is solid as a rock.
Regarding cleaning, the buttons are slightly raised under a one-piece pad that is extremely easy to clean. If any food does spill, which is unlikely, all you need to do is wipe it up with a soft rag or paper towel. One side note: you will need to thoroughly wash the blender once you get it out of the box. It still has the factory manufacturing smell, but that clears up with a good wash or two in the dishwasher.
Lastly, this is a fine-looking appliance. It's much sleeker than others made my KitchenAid and so on, and is industrial-quality, without looking like it belongs in a restaurant kitchen.
All in all, I am extremely happy with this blender and enthusiastically give it five stars.
***UPDATE***
We had this blender for 2 1/ 2 years, using it maybe 3-4 times a week on average, and the motor finally gave out. To be more accurate, the power light blinked on, but the blade assembly would not run. We didn't do anything abnormal with it, and mostly used it for smoothies. Then one day, it just would not work.
Like others mention here, it will leak if you do not screw the bottom part on very tight. In fact, you have to be quite strong to screw it on tight enough so that it will not leak. Ironically, leaks rarely happened over the button area, but definitely happened above the blade if the bottom was even a tiny bit loose. I also found it annoying that the only way to remove the base if it was screw on as tightly as it needed to be was to use the lever that comes with the blender. Shouldn't blenders come apart without having a separate gadget to worry about?
As for my comments that it can be taken apart, I'll have to retract that. I attempted to take it apart to replace a fuse, the part of the blender that apparently gave out, but it's basically impossible--not very easy to take apart at all.
All in all, we really enjoyed our Breville blender while it worked, but we think that for this price, it should last five years or longer under normal use. We will not purchase this model again and will look at other brands like Vitamix.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Breville BBL600XL Ikon 750-Watt 51-Ounce Blender

With its 750-watt motor and die-cast aluminum base, this powerful blender provides an array of convenient features. Its control pad offers five speed settings, which include mix, chop, blend, liquefy, and puree, as well as a pulse function and two preset programs for ice crushing and smoothies. The blender's 54-ounce engineering-grade borosilicate glass jar resists scratching, chipping, and fogginess for optimal clarity, while dual-tone baked enamel measurements in both metric and empirical volumes ensure sharp viewing and accurate measuring. The jar provides 1/4-turn blade removal for thorough and effortless cleaning of the jar and Hemisphere bowl/blade system. In addition, all jar and blade parts are top-shelf dishwasher-safe, and the bowl/blade system easily locks into place and seals for leak-free performance. Other highlights include a control pad designed without crevices for fast cleaning, a backlit easy-to-read digital timer, and a Breville assist cord. The blender measures 6-1/2 by 8 by 15-1/2 inches.

Get 20% OFF

Click here for more information about Breville BBL600XL Ikon 750-Watt 51-Ounce Blender

Blendtec Home The Professional's Choice 1500-Watt Programmable Blender- FREE Shipping Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)This is the most powerful blender I have ever used. It will blend just about anything and gives you a nice and smooth liquid with no chunks. Blending ice is an ease, so it's great for mixed drinks. Great for shakes. It's great for more than you'd imagine. Comes with a cookbook that will help you to use to more than you'd probably think, including soups.
Hand blender is nice. Obviously, not as powerful, but does a good job for shakes or powdered drinks.
Both are easy to clean.
I love my BlendTec and you probably will also, but you may want to look at Vita-Mix 1700 Turbo Blend 4500 Countertop Blender with 2+ HP Motor before making a buying decision. Also a very nice blender.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Blendtec Home The Professional's Choice 1500-Watt Programmable Blender- FREE Shipping

This New Blendtec "Home" Blender simply out performs the competition and is designed to last. Unlike the competition, this blender will fit under most standard cupboards, and this blender will grind grain for bread making without the expense of an extra container or attachment. The Blender is the innovative leader in the blender market. The Home Blender is designed to do it all. From smoothies, fresh juice, ice cream, milkshakes, cappuccinos, margaritas, to soups, sauces, breads, dressings, salsas and more! The unique square jar is the same used in the best coffee shops, juice bars, and restaurants.This Blender is preprogrammed to do specific jobs like Food Processing, Smoothies, Drinks, and many many more, simply select the job and the blender will adjust to blend in the most efficient way possible. No old fashioned knobs, switches, or dials to wear out. No other blender offers the power, ease of operation, and state of the art engineering. our powerful 3-peak horsepower motor makes any blending chore a breeze. The new model Blendtec Home Blender features 25 pre-programmed cycles viewable on the blue LCD screenBeverages*Smoothie*XL Smoothie*Milkshake, Ice*Full Strength*Hot ChocolateDrinks/Ice Cream*Ice Cappuccino*Ice Cream*Mixed Drinks*Fruit Drinks*GranitaWhole Foods*Light Juice*Whole Juice*Frozen Fruit/Yogurt*Sauces/Dips*SoupsFood Processing*Chop (Requires Pulse)*Whip (Requires Pulse)*Puree (Requires Pulse)*Knead Dough*Grind GrainMulti Use*Low Energy*Medium Energy*Speed 6*Medium Energy Up/Down*High Energy Up/DownOther Functions Include 4 presets, Pulse, Start/Stop, and Speed Up/Down Buttons

Click here for more information about Blendtec Home The Professional's Choice 1500-Watt Programmable Blender- FREE Shipping

Miallegro 7080 Ice Crushing Blender - 500 Watts, Stainless Steel Base & 50-Ounce Glass Jar Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)I just threw a party last weekend at my new apartment - I got this blender cuz it was big and looked nice (and I thought it might inspire some creative margaritas!)
The blender worked great and since our friends kept talking about how good it looked, I figured I'd give it a good review. The blender jar is huge (I think it's 1.5 liters) - it's perfect for parties. It also has some rubber feet to keep it from shaking and bouncing around. We made a ton of frozen drinks and it handled ice cubes without any problems. I'm using it for my daily smoothies too.


Click Here to see more reviews about: Miallegro 7080 Ice Crushing Blender - 500 Watts, Stainless Steel Base & 50-Ounce Glass Jar

Recognized not only for its BEAUTY but also its POWER, Miallegro's 7080 Blender packs a mighty 500 W motor to easily crush ice at any of its three speeds. Feel the power at your fingertips: a tap on the additional turbo feature will even give an extra boost of power when needed. Just in case you want to double or triple your favorite recipe, the 7080 provides a generous liter and a half (over 50 oz or 6 cups) of capacity. The double-lock security system lets you blend worry-free. Cleaning is a snap with its dishwasher-safe glass jar, removable base and easy-to-clean blades. One look at its elegant stainless steel finish, and you'll agree MIALLEGRO'S BLENDER SPEAKS FOR ITSELF.

Get 25% OFF

Click here for more information about Miallegro 7080 Ice Crushing Blender - 500 Watts, Stainless Steel Base & 50-Ounce Glass Jar

Vita-Mix CIA Restaurant Commercial Blender Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)Necessity or Luxury: Depends on if you have experienced it (& if you plan on using it regularly)
As a guy who takes his smoothies and soups very seriously, it is a necessity for me. While some might argue about the price (Covers the purchase of an average blender every year into perpetuity if purchase price is invested in an annuity), I find comparisons to other blenders moot as the results from the Vitamix is not reproducible by an average blender (no strawberry/blackberry seeds in your smoothie, no bell pepper seeds in your soup). And, cleaning takes seconds!
The Motor of the Vitamix 5200 is the same as the CIA Commercial blender and costs a little less. The CIA edition comes with an exhaustive recipe book and a CD. Did I mention the blend sound reminds me of a revving Ferrari? (All the more reason to go RED!)

Click Here to see more reviews about: Vita-Mix CIA Restaurant Commercial Blender

Follow the leader in superior blending technology. Ordinary blenders can't begin to approach the speed nor output of this extraordinary commercial quality blender. This multi-tasking, heavy-duty electric blender uses1380-watt power to chop vegetables, juice fruit, blend shakes, mix ice cream and create delectable sauces, dressings, vinaigrettes and much more easily with the touch of a button. Ordinary blenders jam or overheat, but with a 2-plus peak horsepower motor, 1-10 speeds, and a laser-cut stainless steel blade, this blender chops, grinds, minces, juices and crushes ice with smooth efficiency; even cooks soup! The oversized 64-oz. jar is made of durable copolyester - the same material used in airplane windows. Blender cleans easily without removing blade. Jar fitted with a soft-touch handle. Instructional DVD andRecipes and Techniques from the CIA Master Chefscookbook. UL* approved. Made in USA. Full 7-year warranty. 7 1/4"W x 8 3/4"D x 20"H. Model: 136.

Get 17% OFF

Click here for more information about Vita-Mix CIA Restaurant Commercial Blender

Blendtec Home The Professional's Choice 1560-Watt Total Blender Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)This is an awesome blender. It blends stuff like you've never seen before and I am really pleased with it. But holy cow is it LOUD!! The cat hates me. I got a pair of earmuffs from the shooting supply place to wear while using it. Maybe overkill, but I think that using it twice a day without them would result in hearing damage eventually. I wish they sold an enclosure for this one like they do for the commercial ones....I'd definitely buy one.
I bought this because I had a juicer and liked it. But I felt that tossing all that pulp and fiber had to be making me miss out on a lot of health benefits. And just trying to spoon some of it back into the juice doesn't work, it's gross. This blender blends whole fruits and vegetables wonderfully, I can still get the fiber and in a drinkable form.
After I bought this, I read a webpage where they talked about blending an avocado WITH the pit, and I tried it. It works, I ended up with an amazingly smooth mousse-like creamy pudding. Not something I'd do every day, but it was very interesting. I have been making kale banana blueberry smoothies for breakfast and it blends everything into one homogenous shake. No bits of leaves, chunks of stuff, etc. I'm enjoying it. I just wish it wasn't so loud.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Blendtec Home The Professional's Choice 1560-Watt Total Blender

Replace up to nine other kitchen appliances with this easy-to-use countertop blender--no need for a separate grain mill, juicer, bread machine, ice-cream maker, smoothie maker, blender, milkshake maker, coffee grinder, or ice crusher. With its powerful commercial-quality, 1,500-watt 3-horsepower direct-drive motor, the blender can handle almost any kitchen task. The all-in-one appliance makes smoothies, fresh juice, ice cream, milkshakes, cappuccinos, margaritas, soups, sauces, breads, dressings, salsas, and more. It can even turn ice to snow and comes with an ice-crushing guarantee.
In addition, the countertop blender\'s exclusive trademarked Smart-Touch tec-nology takes the guesswork out of blending and food processing. Simply press a button from the digital touchpad and the unit's preprogrammed cycle automatically speeds up and slows down to draw ingredients into the two-prong stainless-steel blade, which spins at up to 29,000 rpm, thoroughly blending ingredients so recipes turn out perfect every time. The appliance shuts itself off automatically once the cycle has completed. Another highlight includes the unit's square, polycarbonate blending jar, which holds a generous 64 ounces and features a large handle, measurement markings, and a secure-fitting lid. A user guide and recipe book with more than 100 recipes comes included. The blender measures 12 by 10 by 20 inches and carries a three-year warranty on the motor base, a one-year warranty on the jar, and a lifetime warranty on the coupling and blade. From the Manufacturer Exclusive Smart-Touch Tec-nology Raises the Blending Bar Features and Specifications

Get 33% OFF

Click here for more information about Blendtec Home The Professional's Choice 1560-Watt Total Blender