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Oster eLume Blender - Black

List Price: $49.99 By: Oster - Model: BVT4066 Amazon Marketplace: 5 new & used starting at $38.27

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Features:

• Revolutionary Ice Crushing Blade with All Metal Drive System
• eLume Touch screen Controls light up for use and are Easy to clean
• 5-cup Dishwasher Safe glass jar is Thermal Shock tested to withstand extreme temperature changes
• Timed automatic settings for ice-crush and frozen drinks

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 4 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Much Better Than Expected 5 out of 5 stars.
12 of 12 people found this review helpful.

I bought this blender today even after the salesmen recommended a wide bottom Cuisinart blender for smoothies. Of course I'm a stickler for technology, and I though that this blender was really cool. The salesman warned that this model wouldn't blend ice very well, but he couldn't be more wrong. I just made a smoothie on the "Frozen Drinks" setting and it came out amazing! I then tried the "Ice Crush" setting and it was amazing. I put a few ice cubes in the blender and pressed the button and the ice turned into snow in less than 30 seconds. This blender works amazing, is built solid and looks great. I definitely recommend getting this blender, it's awesome!!!

Editorial Review:

450-watt countertop blender with touch-screen interface and digital display. 48-ounce glass jar; pre-programmed settings and timed automatic cycles. Choose from 6 speeds--low, medium, high, frozen drinks, pulse, or ice crush. Stainless-steel ice-crushing blade; all-metal drive system; dishwasher-safe parts. Measures 10-1/5 by 8-1/2 by 14 inches

Oster Fusion Blender - BRLY07B

List Price: $71.49 By: Oster - Model: BRLY07-B Amazon Marketplace: 4 new & used starting at $79.99

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Features:

• 6 cup/600 watts Fusion blender
• The ultimate chopping and blending solution, featuring Tripe-Tech Technology
• Large 6 cup capacity glass jar with lid
• Stainless steel 6-point star blade ideal for chopping food and crushing
• Reversible motor moves forward and backward to draw food down for better blending results

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Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 40 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

Love this blender 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

I have never reviewed a product before. This blender is good enough to deserve my time.

Oster blenders are superior to begin with because most bases, including the Fusion, take a standard Mason jar lip. This allows the tremendous flexibility of buying a variety of sizes of jars (some spaghetti sauce jars work), filling them almost full (leave a little air), screwing on the blade and base, turning them upside down, and blending away. You don't have the problems several other reviewers mention of contents splashing up against the sides or of the air pocket forming at the bottom. If things are not mixing right, you just remove the jar, turn it rightside up, and either shake or, if that doesn't work, take the base/lid off and fix the problem. When you are done, no cleaning the big bowl; blend in the thing you want to drink out of. You can also, with half-pint Mason jars, grind up nuts and coconut and seeds and such. Buy a dozen Mason jars for cheap, make several batches of smoothies (or whatever) and freeze as you go.

I still plan to buy some Mason jars with handles!

I had my old Oster for a number of years, and it chugged along OK, with a little smell of plastic if I pushed it too hard. When it finally bit the dust I sprung for the Fusion.

The Fusion is worlds better. It has enough power to make smoothies fast that would stall my lower-powered Oster. The reversing blade substantially reduces the problem of fibers (esp. pineapple) getting stuck on the blade, which can kill the "cutting power." The Fusion six-point blade (not just more points, but more and more varied angles) also does a better job cutting things up and staying clear than the 4-point ice-cutting blade. So far I haven't felt I was "pushing" the Fusion's limit, even though I'm making thick frozen-fruit "green" smoothies.

Yes, it is loud. It is, however, not substantially louder than my old Oster, which made "laboring" noises the Fusion doesn't.

I have only had it six weeks, but am using it so much that it is now my number one kitchen item after the fridge and microwave.

Editorial Review:

The ultimate chopping and blending solution, featuring Tripe-Tech Technology. Large 6 cup capacity glass jar with lid. Stainless steel 6-point star blade ideal for chopping food and crushing ice and exclusive all-metal drive system for durability. Reversible motor moves forward and backward to draw food down for better blending results. Precise blending and control with low/high pulse options. Low, medium, and maximum manual settings create a variety of food and drinks. Add liquids during processing with food pusher and cover. Powerful 600W motor. Pre-programmed settings for consistent performance and 1-touch operation. Easy-to-use and easy-to-clean soft touch buttons. Black with brushed stainless steel accents.

Black & Decker BL10450HR Crush Master 10-Speed Blender with 42-Ounce Glass Jar, Red

Amazon Price: $34.99 List Price: $34.99 Usually ships in 24 hours By: Black & Decker - Model: BL10450HR Amazon Marketplace: 4 new & used starting at $29.95

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Features:

• 450-watt countertop blender with multi-level stainless-steel blades
• Push-button controls; 10 speed settings, plus pulse and ice-crush function
• 42-ounce heat-resistant glass blending jar; interlock system for safety
• Motor-overheat protection system; fast-clean button; dishwasher-safe parts
• Measures approximately 8-1/5 by 11 by 13 inches; 2-year limited warranty

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Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 1 Average rating: 2.0 of 5

Disappointed 2 out of 5 stars.
3 of 6 people found this review helpful.

Usually Black and Decker is very reputable but I was a little disappointed in this blender. I wanted one that had a glass jar which this one does which is great. But the motor is loud and it had a hard time blending frozen bananas (bananas!?) Anyway, I guess I was comparing it to the Braun I was using which I love and went back to after using this one a couple times. After discovering it was struggling with the frozen bananas (bananas!?), I never tried using the ice crushing feature. Oh well, back to the Braun.

Editorial Review:

Powerful and durable, the Crush Master blender is equipped with a stainless steel all-metal blade shaft to deliver superior performance for everything you blend, chop and puree.

Oster BVLB07-Z Counterforms 3-Speed 2-in-1 Blender/Food-Processor Combo with 48-Ounce Glass Jar

List Price: $89.99 By: Oster - Model: BVLB07-Z00-000 Amazon Marketplace: 2 new & used starting at $64.99

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Features:

• Blender/food-processor combo with powerful 600-watt motor
• Stainless-steel 6-point-star ice-crushing blade; 48-ounce glass blending jar
• 3 speeds; low/high pulse; preprogrammed Frozen Drink and Food Chop settings
• Push-button control panel; all-metal drive system for durability; lid with food chute
• Measures 7 by 9 by 15-1/2 inches

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Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 33 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Air Pocket Problem 1 out of 5 stars.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

My older blender is about 10 - 15 year old Oster 12 speed that does an adequate job, but I wanted to upgrade, given my growing love of doing frozen fruit smoothies in the summer. So I bought this upgraded Oster at Sam's for about $55. I didn't like the way it looked at first, but I got used to it after seeing it on my countertop for a week. I tested it by chopping a few ice cubes (it did a great job of that - became like snow), and blending a milky liquid (it did a great job of that in seconds). BUT when it came to making very thick smoothies with frozen fruit, it was horrible. I tried it with frozen bananas, chopped up into small pieces, mixed with milk, and then with frozen strawberry slices mixed with milk, In both cases it immediately created an ice pocket, slapping the thick sludge against the sides of the beaker, where it remained, while the blades whirred around and around with nothing but air around them. I repeatedly took off the top and pushed the smoothie mix down around the blades, but the blades would just immediately create the air pocket again. I tried all the settings (low, high, pulse, frozen dessert auto setting with the backward motion, etc.), but nothing helped. The blender was just worthless for making thick smoothies.

I had to return it. It just didn't do what I needed it to do. I don't know if it's the design of the blades, or it's just too powerful of a motor that causes the air pocket. Air pockets occurred occasionally in my old blender, but not that often, and when I pushed the smoothie down around the blades, that would fix the problem in my old blender.

Maybe if someone blends liquids, it's okay (liquid won't stick to the beaker sides), or thin smoothies that are liquid-y. But for thick smoothies that are like soft ice cream, this blender didn't work at all for me. BTW, when others say it's loud, believe them. I didn't think that would bother me, but it was extremely loud so that it was a jolt to my senses when I turned it on. I could've lived with it, if it had been a good blender. But just sayin', as someone who is not sensitive to loud noises, this blender is LOUD.

Editorial Review:

The Counterforms 2-In-1 Appliance with Oster Fusion Technology BVLB07-L handles the functions of two machines. It mixes liquids like a blender while also performing many common food-processor tasks, such as chopping and pureeing fruits and vegetables. The BVLB07-Z consists of a sturdy base containing a 600-watt motor, a stainless-steel 6-point Star Blade, a large 48-ounce (6-cup) glass blending jar, and a lid with food chute. When fully assembled, it stands 15-1/2-inches tall and has a 7x9-inch oval footprint. The front control panel contains nine push-button switches that provide a full range of blending and processing options. Two preprogrammed settings (Frozen Drink and Food Chop) run specially timed cycles. The remaining buttons (On/Off, Low, Medium, High, Low Pulse and High Pulse) offer more traditional blending options, and a Stop button performs as you might expect.

Breville BBL550XL Ikon 610-Watt Stainless-Steel Blender

Amazon Price: $145.84 List Price: $199.99 Usually ships in 24 hours By: Breville - Model: BBL550XL Amazon Marketplace: 10 new & used starting at $139.00

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Features:

• 5-speed blender with pulse control and extra-wide ice-crushing blades
• 1-1/2-liter glass jar; easy-to-read measurement markings
• Revolutionary Kinetix blade and bowl system eliminates food traps
• 610-watt motor; stylish stainless-steel base; dishwasher-safe parts
• Measures approximately 6-1/2 by 8 by 15-1/2 inches

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Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 44 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

Great, when it's not leaking 2 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

My son gave me this blender as a gift because I was frustrated with blenders that couldn't handle ice. This one handled ice, whole frozen strawberries--pretty much anything I put inside of it.
Time passed, and I noticed a horrible smell coming from the blender. That's when I realized that, rather than just cleaning the inside like I had with previous blenders, this one needed to be taken apart and cleaned every single time it was used. Liquids and seeds pool and collect in the grooves of the gasket. So, I started cleaning the gasket after each use--and found that getting it screwed back on perfectly was essential. If the gasket wasn't perfectly centered, if the base wasn't attached just so, it would leak.
Then the blade shaft grew loose. My husband ordered a new (expensive!) blade shaft. It didn't work with the old pitcher; the design had been changed. He called the company; they sent a new pitcher at no charge. This time there was a new system for screwing the pitcher on--and it had a warning not to over-tighten. So, I screwed it on until it felt tight, being careful not to over-tighten, as instructed. Then I poured in the two cups of milk for the smoothies I was making. And turned to walk away. And turned back when I heard the horrible sound of liquid running onto the floor. Turns out that although I'd screwed it on tightly, it wasn't tight enough.
My mechanical husband took it apart and was disgusted to find that the poor design of the blender means that any leaks go right down the middle of the blender immersing the entire motor in liquid. A better engineered product would protect the motor from potential leaks (and just reading through these reviews makes it clear that Breville has had many customer service complaints about leaking!).
If, when the blender is reassembled (after drying out for a couple of days) it still works, I will in the future give it a test run over the sink with water in it before trusting it to messier ingredients.

Editorial Review:

Breville's IKON Blender has a single wipe clean control pad with no crevices for easy cleaning. 5 speed setting include mix, chop, blend, liquefy and puree.

KitchenAid 5-Speed Blender with Glass Blender Jar, Onyx Black

Amazon Price: $129.99 List Price: $129.99 Usually ships in 24 hours By: KitchenAid - Model: KSB565OB Amazon Marketplace: 1 new & used starting at $129.99

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Features:

• 48-Ounce Blend and Serve Pitcher
• 5 Speeds
• Exceptional Blending System
• Patented stainless steel blade is positioned on four different planes for fast, thorough blending.
• Stay-Put Lid w/Ingredient Cup

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Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 1 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

No complain!! 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

Before I bought this I checked many reviews. I chose the glass jar over polycarbonate one that would be nice, if there in no leaking possibility.
Cleaning and assembling are easier than other brand that I owned before since it is built well.
Primary purpose of this is making smoothy and ice crush. This is doing better than I expected. Especially, for ice crushing, it does crush and pulse and it is very effective. I recommend it with 5 star.

Editorial Review:

You've never met a blender that can mix like this, turning ice cubes to snow in a matter of seconds. Plus, you can experience all this power in a color that's as expressive as your cooking. Choose from one of eight designer colors. Then blend-up milkshakes, smoothies and everything in between.

Cuisinart CSB-76PK Smart Stick Hand Blender, Pink

Amazon Price: $29.95 List Price: $55.00 Usually ships in 3 to 5 weeks By: Cuisinart - Model: CSB-76PK Amazon Marketplace: 2 new & used starting at $29.95

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Features:

• Powerful 200-watt motor handles more blending tasks
• Stick design reaches into pots, pitchers, and bowls to extend blending options
• Ergonomically designed grip offers comfortable hold and more control while blending
• Operates with a one-touch control for easy, one-handed blending
• Dishwasher-safe blending shaft and beaker make cleanup effortless

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Total reviews: 1 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

BEAUTIFUL AND FUNCTIONAL ! 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

I just bought this and have only had it now for a couple of weeks. It works well and does what it is intended to do. I only have one little nit picky thing to say about it, and I know this sounds silly...but the cord is black and i wish it was white. This is minor and has nothing to do with how the piece functions, but I also bought the electric cookie press at the same time I bought the blender and the power cord on it is white. I do think that this goes better with the pink and don't quite understand why the company would attach a black cord to this item.

Editorial Review:

The versatile stick design of the Cuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender lets users blend ingredients right in pots, pitchers, bowls, or the clear plastic beaker that’s included. A powerful 200-watt motor operates with an easy one-touch control. Blends drinks, purées soup, mixes pancake and crêpe batters in seconds! Both stainless steel blending shaft and beaker are dishwasher-safe.

Cuisinart CBT-1000 PowerEdge 1000-Watt Die-Cast Blender with 64-Ounce Jar

Amazon Price: $199.00 List Price: $365.00 Usually ships in 24 hours By: Cuisinart - Model: CBT-1000 Amazon Marketplace: 3 new & used starting at $198.50

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Features:

• 1000-watt 2-speed blender with rugged die-cast metal base
• Preprogrammed Smoothie, Ice Crush, and Pulse functions
• Simple control panel with backlit buttons; count-up timer; stand-by mode
• 64-ounce co-polymer lidded jar with measuring marks included
• Measures 8-2/5 by 10-2/5 by 14-3/5 inches

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Editorial Review:

The Cuisinart PowerEdge 1000 Watt Blender is constructed with a heavy die-cast metal base and a lightweight, 64 ounce biphensol A (BPA) free Tritan co-polymer blender jar. Ideal for today's gourmet kitchen, it is the perfect combination of high style and high tech! Includes pre-programmed Smoothie, Ice Crush and Pulse functions to blend smoothies, frozen drinks or crush ice flawlessly.

Cuisinart CBT-500FP SmartPower Premier Duet Blender/Food Processor, Stainless Steel

List Price: $194.00 By: Cuisinart - Model: CBT-500FP Amazon Marketplace: 2 new & used starting at $119.99

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Features:

• 600-watt blender/food processor in cast-metal and stainless-steel housing
• Push-button controls; 5-minute timer; pulse and ice-crushing functions
• 50-ounce glass jar; 3-cup food-processor work bowl with handle
• Shredding/slicing disc, feed tube and pusher, instructions, and recipes included
• Measures 7-1/2 by 7-1/3 by 16 inches; 3-year limited warranty

Customer Reviews:
Total reviews: 29 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Didn't last the long-haul 2 out of 5 stars.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

I loved this combination food processor-blender. It did all the work I needed, it was easy to switch out the different parts of the unit, and easy to wash and clean.

I bought the unit in late 2004, and used it until late 2008, so it lasted for 4 years.

Unfortunately, the warranty is only for 3 years and the motor burned appears to have burnt out. I would expect a blender that costs this much to last much longer especially given that I did not use it all that frequently.

For the first couple years, it performed very well, then it started to have trouble crushing frozen fruit, let alone ice. Then one day it stopped working altogether.

I may try to take it to a local repair shop, but I'm hesitant to spend the time and money to ship it off to the cuisinart repair when they are unable to give me a quote for the cost of the repair.

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Update May 2010: The repair shop was unable to fix it, as the electics had gone out; it costs more to replace them than to buy an entirely new unit. The repairman said that the prices on these items had gone down significantly because they are using cheaper parts. He thought I was lucky and unusual to have had mine last for so long. At any rate, when I looked at new blenders, I thought I was buying the same unit, but I accidentally got the cheaper: Cuisinart BFP-703CH SmartPower Duet Blender / Food Processor,
$78.49 ; I couldn't recommend that one LESS--very cheap and poorly made.

At any rate, I recently used my friend's top of the line cuisinart that is expressly for food processing. It slightly bigger and heavier than this model. It is far quieter and it is done processing in a couple of seconds vice a minute or so. I strongly recommend going that route.

Editorial Review:

Cool Cast Metal and Commercial styling make the Smart Power Premier Duet one of the most sophisticated appliances on the market. This phenomenal multitasker is two appliances in one, delivering twice the performance options and in half the counter space.

Vitamix Accelerator/Tamper Tool

Amazon Price: $29.95 Usually ships in 24 hours By: Vitamix - Model: 760 Amazon Marketplace: 1 new & used starting at $29.95

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Features:

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Total reviews: 1 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Essential to Vitamix Blender peak performance 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

I had my Vitamix blender for almost a year, before I realized that this tool existed. Once I purchased it - all become clear - this tool is essential to the peak performance of using this type of powerful blender. I use my Vitamix for smoothies, soups, sauces, drinks -- and it is a significantly easier and faster process now that I have added the tamper tool. I find that I am making many more healthy foods/drinks with expert results!

Editorial Review:

Vitamix Accelerator/Tamper tool allows for processing thick, dense ingredients that would bring other appliances to a halt. Pushes food down into the Vitamix processing blades but is design not to come in contact with the blade