Cuisinart SMO-56 Smooth Operator 56-Ounce Blender, Brushed Chrome Review

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(More customer reviews)This blender is amazing! I had a KitchenAid blender before which I thought was pretty good! Well was I ever wrong, this blender is powerful enough to:
1. Crush Ice with out being helped
2. Turn Skim milk into a thick drink, but not a shake
3. Make a perfect smoothie every time!
Some of the features I really like are:
1. The pour spout
2. The locking addition lid
3. The option to make it a regular blender or a smoothie blender
4. The stir stick - never had to use yet though!
5. POWER - and this baby is packing it!
This is not just an ordinary smoothie blender, this is a does it all blender- I have finally found a blender I am happy with! I only have one complaint - the base of the smoothie pitcher does not come off for cleaning without a screw driver! Other than taht cleanup is easy!

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With 1500 watts of pulse power, this easy-to-use blender works great for liquefying frozen fruit, whipping up creamy smoothies, or making pureed soups. Push-button controls with LED indicators include on, off, high, low, and pulse at any speed. Perfect for entertaining or everyday use, the blender's 56-ounce glass blender jar comes equipped with a quick-mixing stir stick to keep thicker ingredients moving and break up air pockets. The jar's drip-free pour spout and generous handle allows for graceful pouring, while a convenient dispenser tap on the front of the blender makes it easy to continuously mix and serve. Other handy extras include a 2-ounce measured pour lid, push-in cord storage, four feet for stability, and removable dishwasher-safe parts. The blender measures 8-1/4 by 11 by 16-1/2 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

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Hamilton Beach 50754 WaveStation 10-Speed Dispensing Blender Review

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(More customer reviews)I first bought one of these for my father for Father's Day. You should know he's a very cynical guy and I kept my fingers crossed that it would meet with his approval! He and my mother often host parties, and he regularly serves ice-blended drinks made in a regular blender (i.e. stawberry daiqueris). His regular blender often left ice chunks that clogged the straw and remained in the bottom of the glass once the drink was finished. Being the cynical perfectionist he is, I bought him the Hamilton Beach Wavestation to see if it would work better. I chose this over the Back-to-Basics smoothie maker because of the poor quality reviews it gets on many sites.
The Wavestation is AWESOME! There is absolutely NO ice chunks, and no hand-stirring necessary because of the "wave action" mixing. Basically, the shape of the container and the blades create a vortex that continually pulls the top of the mix downward, unlike a typical blender that mostly just mixes what's in the bottom.
My hubby and I decided to buy one of these for ourselves too, mostly for fruit slushies for the kids (we don't entertain the way my parents do!). This is, in my opinion, the best smoothie maker option on the market.
NOTE: At first my dad complained that really thick mixes wouldn't come through the front dispenser and he had to pour them. We found this to be true too, but the pouring worked extremely well (no spills). Then I read in the instruction booklet that with thick mixes, try turning ON the machine, dispense, then turn it off again.


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Hamilton Beach Wave-Station Blender with patent-pending blending technology & cup-activated dispensing, provides the best blending performance available in a consumer blender. Use a 56 oz. Double wall thermal jar, fully dispenses all the mixtures with a tilted jar design, and 700 watts of peak blending power.

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Sunbeam 4200 Smoothie Maker, White Review

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(More customer reviews)Assembling and disassembling this piece of equipment would discourage a person from ever using this item. It is far too complicated and has too many pieces that have to be washed each time it is used and then put back together again. One can expect to spend about 30 minutes to disassemble and reassemble the unit while following the assembly guide. In addition to that drawback, there isn't anything that should be placed in a dishwasher, so it has to be hand-washed and hand dried. An osterizer would be a much simpler and better choice!!!

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Sunbeam's Smoothie Maker has been developed for those that are health conscious and drink smoothies or protein shakes daily. The smoothie maker has 2 speeds and its powerful 500 watt motor helps prepare your favorite mixes and crushes ice easily. The 56 oz Plastic Jar is for an individual or the whole family, and locks to the base during use for safety. The stir stick has been added to help maneuver the contents inside the jar toward the fearless turning stainless steel blade.

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Oster BPST02-B Professional Series Blender, Black Review

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(More customer reviews)We have owned several blenders, some average and some 'professional.' None come close to power of this one. First, you can tell by the weight of it that it is well built. Metal construction and very powerful. I put whole ice cubes in the blender and turned it on. (Only one speed with a pulse on that same speed). The ice turned to sluce before I could blink. I could not believe how fast it blended the ice. It is absolutely amazing. If you are looking for sheer power for making frostys or other ice crushing capabilities, this is the one. I would have given it 10 stars if I was able. You can not go wrong with this powerhouse!

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The Beehive Professional Series Blender is the ultimate bar blender machine. It is a must have for those who enjoy entertaining and being king of the bar. The black matted fingerless print base finish helps give it that rugged but reformed classic Oster design. The signature base is equipped with an upgraded commercial size toggle switch that controls and the simplicity of 2 speeds. The 1/2 horsepower motor is the most powerful Oster available. The revolutionary ice crusher blade blends ingredients to perfect mixes every time. The new an improved over sized rubber feet, under the base, not only gives the blender that massive look, but keeps the blender motionless during cycles. Last, Oster will outlast any other blending competition with the only all metal drive system in its category.

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Back to Basics Chill Smoothie Makers Review

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(More customer reviews)I have an elaborate smoothie recipe using wheat germ; flaxseed meal; peanut butter; yogurt; tofu; 2 C frozen fruits, to name a few ingredients. Instructions with this for smoothie recipes in their book helped guide me on how to make a thicker smoothie. This machine did a great job with the challenging recipe I have. I made the smoothie more than once a week usually, sometimes three times or more. This machine did great. I wore it out in almost a year. The motor started smelling when I used it. I tried the pour spout on the front once - didn't like it. The pour spout of the jar could be better (different shape, maybe more pointed) in that my smoothie wanted to pour wide out of it so it was easy to miss the drinking vessel. The biggest con was cleaning and reassembling. The pour spout cap had to be removed to clean the threads. The blade assembly and ring had to be removed and cleaned all over. I had to put water in it before use to check for leaks once it was reassembled, and I often had to loosen and tighten a few times before it wouldn't leak water after being cleaned and reassembled. Dealing with the leaking was a hassle.

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Whether it's breakfast smoothies before work, protein shakes after a workout, or frozen cocktails with friends on a Friday night, this convenient appliance might be best left out on the counter. Simple to use, just add ingredients, secure the lid, then choose from high, medium, low, or pulse settings. The unit's 500-watt/700-watt pulse-power motor and ice-crushing blades mix with ease, while its patented Stir Stick technology forces ingredients into the mixing blades for smooth, even results. In addition, the blender comes with a large 48-ounce glass blending jar, which features a generous easy-grip handle and a mess-free dispensing valve for serving thick, blended drinks right into a glass. Other highlights include a cup indentation in the base, four stabilizing feet, and a compact design. To clean, wipe the motor base down with a damp cloth and wash all parts except for the motor base in warm, soapy water, then rinse and dry thoroughly. A user manual with recipes comes included. The smoothie maker measures approximately 10 by 11 by 14-3/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Maxi-Matic SMO-713 Elite Cuisine 2-Speed 450-Watt Smoothie Maker, White Review

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(More customer reviews)Don't waste your money on this blender. I make smoothies several times a week and needed a new blender so I tried this one. The jar leaked the first time I used it then got worse every time I tried it. the liquid would leak down over the blades then down the sides of the blender to puddle on the counter. It made a huge mess. The blades can be removed from the jar, so they never completely seal when you put them back in. Spend a little more money for a brand you recognize and don't waste your money on this blender -- you'll just end up throwing it away like I did.

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Enjoy great tasting and healthy smoothies with elite by Maxi-Matic's smoothie blender. A powerful 450-watt motor crushes ice and a 48-ounce shatter resistant jar with convenient dispensing spout is large enough for family and friends. Low, high and pulse speeds ensure you control the consistency of your desired drink.

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Back to Basics SE2000B Smoothie Elite Smoothie Maker, Brushed Chrome Review

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(More customer reviews)I used this smoothie machine once, and it made a nice smoothie. The second time it locked up and I could smell something burning in the motor. I used the exact measurements for liquids and frozen fruit, so I'm confident I didn't do anything wrong. I sent it back for a refund immediately.

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The original Smoothie Maker from Back to Basics has demonstrated exceptional consumer appeal with its unique dispenser valve and stir stick.New features that emphasize convenience include a handle for easier pouring and a blender cap that replaces the dispenser valve when chopping and blending dry ingredients.

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Magic Bullet 7921 Platinum Pro 20-Piece Set, Stainless Steel Review

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(More customer reviews).
I M P O R T A N T.....UPDATE: 14TH MARCH, 2011:
Just for fun, I went to the official website of the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro, and wanted to see if they were still selling it in a "2 for 1" deal, the second machine at a reduced price. They still have the vitamins and other extras one can get for the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro.....BUT IMAGINE MY ASTONISHMENT, WHEN I CLICKED ON THE "BUY" BUTTON, TO DISCOVER THE MESSAGE THAT ---- THEY ARE NO LONGER PRDDUCING THE MAGIC BULLET PLATINUM PRO, AND DIRECTING ME TO BUY THE (MUCH MUCH INFERIOUR), REGULAR MAGIC BULLET! Amazing to me, as the Platinum Pro is SO much better than the Original Magic Bullet!
So, if you want a MAGIC BULLET PLATINUM PRO system, I advise you to buy it here on Amazon, (where it was cheaper, last time I looked, than on a well-known, but chancy, auction site).
PLEASE CALL UP HOMELAND HOUSEWARES AND TELL THEM YOU WNAT THE (SUPERIOUR) MAGIC BULLET PLATINUM PRO PRODUCED AGAIN -- EVEN IF THEY HAVE TO STOP MAKING THE (VERY INFERIOUR), REGULAR MAGIC BULLET TO DO SO! (I intend to do this myself, tomorrow, this being a Sunday.....)
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"P R O S" OF THE PLATINUM PRO:
It's a bit bigger than the regular Magic Bullet -- but it will
still fit onto even the smallest counter-top. The "Party Mug" containers are indeed larger, (20 oounces) than those within the regular Magic Bullet system (16 ounces)...and actually hold as much as the "large container" of the regular Magic Bullet). The "large container" of the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro holds a whopping 26 ounces!
(The "small container" of the "Platinum Pro" holds 16 ounces, the "small container" of the regular Magic Bullet holds 10 ounces.) All the containers included with the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro have wider "mouths" than the previous model, and this makes it easier to pour food in. The wider width also makes the containers easier to hand-wash if you want to hand-wash.....although all containers in the Platinum Pro, (as in the regular Magic Bullet) are machine washable too.
(One trick I have learnt from watching commercials for other, far more expenisve blenders: ANY blender container can easily be washed by simply wiping it out, putting in a few drops of dishwashing detergent and some WARMISH water, and then letting the machine spin the container clean!)
This machine is POWERFUL! Those extra 100 watts really do help! When I wtried to make tuna salad in my regular Magic Bullet, the mixture stuck. When I used the same receipe in the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro, I got a professional looking, semi-smooth pate!
"C O N S" of the Platinum Pro:
My major complaint about the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro is that the "mouths" of the containers are actually a bit TOO wide! At almost 3 1/2 inches in diameter, they would be difficult for someone with arthritis or other physical impairment to screw and unscrew tightly. (And if you don't screw the container on tightly, leaks will often occur.)
So, I use only the "Party Mugs", which have handles, and so make screwing and unscrewing easier. I don't dare use the "large cup" or "small cup" for the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro, as these containers do NOT have handles, and would often be impossible, (or nearly so), for me to screw and unscrew. Of course, a screw-unscrewing aid is useful -- but it's not included here and must be bought separately.
I have not used the blender attachment yet....but, as it has a handle, I expect no trouble with it. I do get to wondering, however, why the "Magic Bullet Platinum Pro" DOESN'T have a "Juicer" attachment, as does the regular Magic Bullet. My own regular Magic Bullet blender broke before I could use the juicer attachment, (more on why this happened, below)....and my sister, who had a regular Magic Bullet before I bought one, says she had no luck with the juicer attachment. Still, it would be very nice if the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro came with a juicer attachment.
My regular Magic Bullet base broke. This happened unexpectedly, when the integrated center section, (that attaches to the blade assemblies), suddenly shattered into four pieces! Astonished and saddened, I wondered why this had happened.....and after some thought, discovered the reason.
IT IS IMPORTANT WHEN USING A L L 'PERSONAL BLENDERS' THAT THE USER
W A I T.. FOR A FEW MOMENTS, AFTER THE BLENDER HAS STOPPED WORKING, TO REMOVE THE CONTAINER. That way, the "spinning" of the integrated center section (which attaches to the blade assemblies) stops spinning....and the two sections can easily be separated. Otherwise, the four parts of the integrated central section are "pushed apart" ever so slightly, every time one removes the container.....until the fly off altogether.
Also, this blender -- although having 100 watts more power -- (and more than adequate...as was the original Magic Bullet blender....to make smoothies, milkshakes, etc.) -- still will not whip milk, (even whole milk) into whipped topping, still is not powerful enough to whip potatoes, and -- in the instruction booklet -- still are listed the "tapping" and "shaking" techniques for getting stuck food out. (The "liquifying" technique I have devised -- which is also listed in my review of "The Magic Bullet"....that of adding either water, milk, juice, or another liquid compatible with the mixture, to thin it out so that the machine can handle it without getting food stuck -- works well for the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro, too. But SHOULD they be, with this "Platinum Pro" model? (They aren't with the larger, conventional blenders and food processers.) Though small, and handy, and replete with many containers, the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro still has "only" 350 watts....and not the 500 watts found on many full-size blenders. Still, the containers are far easier to clean than the huge, 48 or more ounce glass containers found on "full-size" machines. And you get 6 of them -- rather than the one conainer given with most larger machines. So this is a trade-off...
So, my suggestion for any future "Magic Bullet Platininum Pro II" machine, (IF it is ever made), would be narrower circumferences on the containers, (and/or handles on the two "bullet cups"), and -- in the words of the TV Show "Home Improvement".....MORE POWER, (Please!) But I sure like having 4 containers (with handles!) given with the machine!
The receipe book given with the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro is full of
scrumptious ideas, and the paper is slick and luxurious. I do wish, however, that there were pictures of each recipie....the only photos are those on the cover, and I have yet to discover, (even with the extensive Table of Contents), which recipie is for the tempting round fish-cake looking treats, shown on the front cover of the receipe booklet.
So....although this machine is more powerful than the original Magic Bullet, there is still much room for improvement. I hope that the next edition of the Magic Bullet Platinum Pro will include the suggestions I have stated here.
Bon Appetite!

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Breville 800BLXL Die-Cast Hemisphere 2-Speed Blender with 67-Ounce Polycarbonate Jar Review

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(More customer reviews)After reading the previous reviews, I was a bit leery of buying this blender. I wanted the best, period. First, this is in my opinion the best looking and I leave it on my counter top, replacing a Kitchen Aid which I gave to my sister.
The first thing I did was to fill the jug with ice to the top. I pushed the ice button and within a few minutes, I had finely grated snow with no large chunks at all. It would have been a perfect snow cone. I went on to put in Strawberries, soft tofu, Yogurt, Soy vanilla ice cream, honey and a little non fat milk on top of the shaved ice. It made one of the best smoothies I have ever had. I have had numerous complements from my wife and neighbors on the smoothies this produces.
I also put in a whole large sweet onion quartered and three cups of large skinned tomatoes, some mushrooms, corn and whole garlic cloves, along with some essential seasoning and made a perfect tomato soup. The consistency was creamy and consistently smooth throughout. No chunks of any of the ingredients, including the corn kernels or garlic cloves.It was wonderful.
I have not had this very long. About two weeks now, but it has gotten a lot of use in that time. I can not speak to the long term reliability of the product, but I have had other Breville products and they are consistently top drawer. The one thing I do think that Breville might have misjudged is that the jar is polycarbonate, a fancy word for plastic. It does seem to be a very sturdy jar and perhaps, there is a certain logic to it. When I transport a full jug of soup from the blender to a bowl or what ever, the weight is quite manageable. Not really an issue for me, but I could see it for others, especially elderly or those with physical limitations. The fit of the blade to the base and jar is clean and the design seems to be very well thought out. There is a plastic wrench supplied in the event the blade base is stuck on the jar, but I have not needed it yet for cleaning and there have been no leaks even after storing liquids in the jar for a period with just hand tightening.
It is only a two speed but in doing some research it seems that most multi button blenders have a low speed and 12 high speeds which are the same. This is done for the button loving public who think more is better. The 1000 watts is not really a dependable measure of the power of the motor since it really only tells you the power consumption of the motor and not the output. It seems to have more than enough power for the toughest jobs however and is heavy enough not to move if I do walk away from it to get an ingredient to place in the top opening while it is running.
Breville seems to have come up with a nice design of the blades and bottom of the container since it moves the material from the top to the bottom and vice versa for even cutting quite well on it's own and the hole in the top makes it easy to insert new ingredients with the motor running. I will say that this blender does everything I ask of it and better than my high end Kitchen Aid Blender which left small chunks of things like ice and garlic or corn kernels, etc.
If I have a problem with the motor breaking down as the others had, ( which based on my other Breville appliances, I doubt will be a problem), I will come back and comment on it, but for now, this is the nicest blender I have ever owned and I highly recommend it. In my opinion well worth the extra money.

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The Breville Die-Cast Hemisphere Blender turns ice into snow with a powerful 1000 watt motor!The patented bowl/blade system utilizes a large, semicircular shredding blade positioned to hug the uniquely shaped bowl.Because of this design, there are no still zones around the blades and the results are finely shredded, consistent ingredients.The 67 ounce/2 liter polycarbonate pitcher is designed to resist fogginess and cracking.The baked enamel measurements provide for sharp viewing and accurate measurement.The base control pad is designed without crevices for easy cleaning and gives you precise control over the motor's 2-speed settings and pulse functions.The base is die-cast stainless.The pitcher is dishwasher safe.It has a Breville assist lid and plug for easy removal.

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Ice Crusher by Trudeau Review

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(More customer reviews)I had been wanting an ice crusher for a long time, and my husband surprised me with one of these on my birthday. It is unbelievably hard to crank, he always had to do it because I literally could not turn the crank more than a couple of inches either way. It broke off internal plastic pieces the very first time we used it, and more pieces broke off each time, until after using it about six times, it was completely unusable. This is a very expensive ice crusher that looks like it is quality because it appears to be all metal. Do not be fooled. Many interior pieces are plastic, and break immediately. This was a complete waste of money.

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This ice crusher will help you be the coolest bartender ever. This manual ice crusher has a stainless steel blade and container and comes with a 5 year warranty. Makes a great gift for the avid and beginner bartender.8.5 inches h.

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Magic Bullet Deluxe 22 Piece Set Review

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(More customer reviews)I love using the Magic Bullet for the reasons listed on this site - mainly convenience of use and cleanup. Here is the catch, however. My first Magic Bullet lasted about 6 months with daily usage. I thought that the short lifespan was a fluke, so I bought another Magic Bullet. The second one lasted about two months with daily usage. Daily usage was making smoothies and grinding cheese, ice, nuts - nothing unusual, according to the sales pitch.
Believe it or not, I'm looking to buy a third Magic Bullet because of the convenience (it literally cleans up in seconds vs. a blender because the blade is easier to get at), but now I know that I'm only going to have it for a short time.

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The Magic Bullet Hi-Speed Blender/Mixer System- 22 Piece Set.This versatile machine will do virtually any job in the kitchen in 10 seconds or less, yet it takes up no more space on your counter than a coffee mug. It's so easy you'll use it every single day of the week!! The Magic Bullet replaces a food processor, blender, electric juicer and coffee grinder.It stays handy on your countertop for instant meals and snacks. There are no buttons to push. Just load the ingredients into the short cup, the tall cup or one of the four mugs. Twist on the cross or flat blade, place the bullet on the power base, and press down - in seconds, you will have chopped onions, minced garlic, grated cheese, spaghetti sauce, salsa, soup, chicken salad, smoothies, shakes and more. To heat or chill, simply place the Magic Bullet cup or mug in the microwave, refrigerator or freezer.3-SECONDS: Mince Garlic, Chop Onions, Grate Cheese;5-SECONDS: Make Salsa, Guacamole, Chicken Salad ;7-SECONDS: Whip Up Milk Shakes & Smoothies and in 10-SECONDS: Mix & Cook Sauces, Soups, OmelettesMake Smoothies and Protein Shakes -in seconds!Make Instant Snacks and Sandwich SpreadsMake Fancy Frozen Coffee Drinks!Make Complete Meals - Made and COOKED in the Magic Bullet.Make Perfect Frozen Cocktails - Right in the Party Mugs!Your Magic Bullet 22 Piece Set Includes - 1 High-Torque Power Base 2 Stainless Steel Blades: 1 - Cross Blade and 1 - Flat Blade, 1 Tall Cup ,1 Short Cup, 2 Shaker-Steamer Tops, 2 Stay-Fresh Re-sealable Lids, 5 Party Mugs, 5 Colored Lip Rings, 3 Piece Large Pitcher/Blender The Magic Bullet 100 page "10 Second Recipe" Recipe Book

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Handy Gourmet 5 in 1 Juicer/Food Processor Review

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(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.

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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

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Ninja Master Prep Professional Blender, Chopper and Ice Crusher: More Power & 2 Times Faster & Recipe Book Included Review

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(More customer reviews)There are two serious issues with this item which minimizes it's value.
First, the power is only 450 watts, which is about the same as the normal household blender. The people who have been writing these positive reviews - reviews upon which I relied when I bought this thing - seem like they have never heard of a blender or food processor. The bottom line with regards to power is indisputable - this is the same wattage as a weak blender. Regardless of what people are saying, bear this in mind - no more power than a blender. That's the biggest problem.
Second, the position of the blades relative to the size of the containers does not crush ice into snow as stated (unless you are willing to continually remove the motor and lid, and reposition the ice and/or the contents) and does not chop veggies or anything else evenly.
I tried to crush ice into snow. After repositioning the contents 4 times, I still had chunks of ice (the ice I started with was already crushed ice from our freezer dispenser). So yes, you'll get some snow. But you'll also get so many chunks of ice that it makes this thing useless relative to a blender. When I chopped veggies, the size difference was annoying. Any attempt to more finely chop the larger pieces liquified the smaller pieces.
Here's the thing. If you want to truly crush ice into snow, you need a professional blender (as you see in coffee shops or smoothie outlets). Amazon carries them, they operate on 1000 watts, and cost $200. The base motor (with blade) has to be wider than traditional blenders and the container wider throughout. The idea of 2 or 3 tiers of blades does not help in this regard.
If you want to chop veggies, you need a good food processor where the blades are proportionate to the container. These blades are far too spread apart to chop evenly.
One more thing. This product comes with 3 separate containers for different purposes. You'll need 2-3x the storage space of an ordinary blender.
The Amazon ad says that this lists for $69.95 (as of today). I paid $59.95 at Kohls and had a 30% off coupon. I also had $10 of Kohls cash that I used. That means my cost was about $32 before tax.
And I'm still taking it back.
Beware of some of these reviews. I mean, I have yet to read reviews that were so hyped up. I have to wonder about the origin. Just use common sense and if you still wat to try it, make sure you save the box and receipt.


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Ninja the ultimate food & drink maker new and improved design with Recipe book incuded

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

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(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.


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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.

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Magic Bullet Express 17-Piece High-Speed Blender Mixing System Review

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(More customer reviews)For the most part, anything that is advertised on those infomercials over-promises or fails to deliver. I ordered a Magic Bullet anyway because it seemed to be just the sort of kitchen appliance that I needed...small, safe and useful. I crossed my fingers and ordered one. When the package arrived, it was packed nicely in a large case containing all the parts and accessories as advertised; mixing cups, drinking/mixing mugs, small blender attachment, juicer attachment, shaker cups, two receipe books, an instruction manual, blades and motor base. Basically, the Magic Bullet is a small compact blender that is turned on it's head. Instead of putting items from the top and blending/chopping them, you put the contents in a holding cup and twist on the cap/blade. This whole unit is then placed upside down on the base and you turn it on. After the contents are processed, you take the unit off the base and twist off the blade/cap. A great and ingenious idea. But the big question is, does it work as advertised? The surprising answer is yes.
I've had this unit for about a month and a half now and am thoroughly surprised at how nice it works. I have made smoothies that not only rival the local juice bars, but the product tastes better and is a snap to make. I have also made personal servings of soup and vegatable smoothies. Making a tuna-egg-mayo spread was blended very nicely and the whole family ate it up in a couple of days. To get this unit to work as it was intended has to do with reading the manual. It states very clearly that there are certain ways to load your mixing cup. In cases where things do not get blended or are stuck at the top of the cup, the instructions tell you to take the blending cup off and to tap it a few times to get all the contents to the bottom. There is no problem in overheating *if you read the manual*. About 90% of the jobs can be done in about 10 seconds or less by using the pulse method. If you continuously blend/chop and leave it on like a regular blender, it will overheat and possibly break the unit. Nothing needs to be processed for more than 30 seconds so this is a moot point. Clean-up is one of the best features of this appliance. Just run the mixing cups and blades under water with a little soap, and you are done. This unit is so easy to use that our family uses it on a daily basis.
As far as the cost is concerned, it may seem a little on the steep end, but the Magic Bullet pays for itself in no time at all. It has many useful features which allow you to use it as a coffee grinder, a chopper, a blender, a smoothie maker, a sandwich spread maker, soup mixer, etc. I have never used a small kitchen appliance as much as I have used the Magic Bullet. The big blender made by -------, which has been sitting on the shelf for many years is now officially retired.
A few minutes of your time in reading the manual will help you dodge any bullets in using the Magic Bullet.

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Taking up no more space on the counter than a coffee mug, this convenient mixing system replaces a food processor, blender, and coffee grinder. Keep it handy on the countertop for instant meals and snacks. The 17-piece set includes a high-torque power base with a stainless-steel cross blade and flat blade, a tall and a short bullet cup, four party mugs with colored lip rings, a shaker top and a steamer top, two stay-fresh re-sealable lids, plus a 100-page Magic Bullet "10 Second Recipe" book. Simple to operate, just load the ingredients into the short cup, the tall cup, or one of the four mugs. Twist on the cross or flat blade, place the bullet on the power base, and press down. The high-speed blender can do virtually any job in the kitchen in 10 seconds or less. To heat or chill, place the Magic Bullet cup or mug in the microwave, refrigerator, or freezer. All parts except for the power base clean up easily by hand or in the dishwasher. The blender measures approximately 4 by 4 by 10 inches and caries a one-year limited warranty.

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Back to Basics SR1000BR AutoServe Smoothie Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)I was so excited to use my smoothie maker, and was almost instantly disapointed. I added all of the ice at once and it had a hard time blending the ice all up. The stir stick came in handy, without it I don't think the ice would have gotten chopped. Once I finally had the drink blended, it was to perfection - no ice chunks, which was very nice. Then the time came to use the spout. The smoothie dripped out extrememly slow - it wasn't worth waiting for. Pouring it out of the carafe was much easier. Overall, it's a good blender and really does a nice job on ice - but the spout leaves much to be desired...

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The AutoServe Smoothie Maker with convenient auto-powered dispensing allows consumers to make and serve smoothies and other thick beverages quickly and easily. By simply pressing a glass against the dispensing button, the motor runs at low speed and dispenses smoothies and other thick beverages with professional results.A powerful motor, funnel-shaped container, specially-designed blades and stir stick work together to crush ice with smooth, uniform results.Easy smoothie measuring marks on the mixing container keeps smoothie-making simple.

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Ninja Quad Blade Food & Drink Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)The blades on this machine to be EXTREMELY, (and I do mean EXTREMELY) S-H-A-R-P.! Think of the sharpest blade you have ever come across -- a razor-blade, or very, very sharp knife -- and you will have some idea of the EXTREME sharpness of these blades. Yep -- even I knicked myself on these blades, before I realized how very, very, VERY sharp they are. Of course, this exteme sharpness makes for extremely good and powerful cutting action -- but one should be aware of this sharpness before purchasing this item, especially if there are small children in the house, who usually have NO limits at all on their curiousity and mischieveness.
These blades cut VERY well, and do every job advertised! Some blenders do their jobs by having a large wattage or ampere rating -- but the Ninja does it with very, very sharp blades. It is more powerful, in making my prized receipe for thick, heavy salmon moule, than even my beloved Vita Mix 5200, (a great machine....for most things.) Just be sure to "prep" the Ninja first, by pulsing a few times to break up the batter a bit first. Those sharp blades sure know to chop things up, and usually, no water or liquid at all is needed! Amazing!
On the negative side, though, it must be mentioned that both the large set of blades, (which fit into the larger blender-size container), and the small set of blades, (which fit into the mini-container), come in TWO SEPARATE PARTS. So, you get a total of four
blade parts. THE BLADE PARTS MUST BE FITTED TOGETHER FIRST, AND/OR DROPPED SEPARATELY, ON TOP OF EACH OTHER, INTO THE APPROPRIATE CONTAINER. Why EURO-PRO did not put both blade parts together, so the user would have only one blade-part to put into each container, is beyond me. The half-blade parts are obviously smaller, and are easier to lose, in both dishwasher or with hand-washing. There is also a small rubbery-plastic part that fits into bowl part, where the blade is dropped in. It is very small and easy to lose, and if it's lost, it's impossible to put the blades in properly.
The main difference, (the only difference, as far as I can see, anyway), between this item and the Euro-Pro QB900 Ninja Master Prep, also offered here on Amazon, is that the item here will give you two extra mini-blend containers for an extra $10.
Also, the "Master Pod" top part is rather heavy, compared to the rest of the set. After all, the hand-held "Master Pod" is where the motor
is housed! It takes a bit of getting used to, holding this comparatively heavy part, (roughly weighing about a pound-and-a-half), and, though handling this part shouldn't be any trouble at all for normally-abled people, if you're handicapped, and sometimes find it hard to lift anything even as light as a pound and a half, I'd think twice about buying this admittedly nifty little machine. Also, one must always KEEP one's finger pressed down ON the "Master Pod" button, to make the Ninja blender work. Because of the power and sharpness of the blades, oen doesn't really have to keep one's finger on the Master Pod button very long -- but if this is problem, please be aware of it. Unlike traditional blenders, or even the "Magic Bullet" machines, one CANNOT use the "Ninja" Blender unless constantly attending to it and pressing down on the top button...I've also found that preparing a VERY SMALL amount of food is impossible in this machine, because the blades -- unlike those of most other blenders I've used -- do NOT reach all the way to the bottom of the containers-- even the mini-containers. In this, it's just like the Vitamix. What do I mean by a small amount? Well, you can't mix one or two eggs in either of the NINJA containers -- because they will not even reach the bottom blade, which is about an inch from the bottom of the container. For mixing such little amounts, use a conventional, "Osterizer/ Waring" type blender, or the "Magic Bullet" series of blenders. This is an important fact to remember, as so many people live by themselves these days, and sometimes only WANT to mix only one or two eggs, etc.
But the NINJA does the job -- all its jobs -- so very well. Just keep its few short-comings in mind before you decide if this machine is really the one for you. Just like Ninja warriors, it's fast, nimble, works on simple, easy-to-understand, (but VERY powerful!), principles, and looks deceptively simple, sitting there on your counter!

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Ninja BladeTM technology has unique processing power for uniform cutting and ice-crushing action. The large 48-oz. pitcher is perfect for making several drinks at a time, featuring an easy flip/pour spout and no-slip bottom. Following recipes and prepping food become effortless with the 2-cup processor: minces, dices, chops, blends and purées. No soggy results!The interchangeable motor head allows you to prep appetizers in the processor and quickly switch to activate the party pitcher for drinks, entertaining at its best! Ergonomic operation with one touch pulsing creates an easy to use and safe product. Dishwasher safe parts.

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