topic Re: Blender Suggestions in Kitchen

Blender Suggestions

MKR14 — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 17:09:44 GMT

I need a new blender and have been looking at Wolf Gang Puck’s blender and also the Dash Blender for $189.00 on HSN.

I bought one of the new Ninja IQ blenders and it was so loud I sent it back.

I have a Ninja 400 watt blender and it is fine but I am looking at taller blenders to make smoothies and crush ice in. The ice crushes nicely in the Ninja I have but constantly bogs down lately and I have to keep stirring the bottom and then pulse again. Time for an upgrade as I have had this one for about 8 years.

I would like a 1000 or 1200 watt blender.

Thanks for any input.

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itsmagic — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 18:11:08 GMT

My first purchase from the Q was a Vitamix blender about 10 years ago. I wanted a blender for smoothies. I did a lot of research at the time and decided on a Vitamix and I have not been disappointed. It is still going strong. The only drawback is that it is very loud. I don’t have any experience with the two you mentioned.

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eddyandme — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 18:23:03 GMT

I've got a Blendtec and love it!

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OfCourse — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 18:51:39 GMT

I'm not sure about crushing ice, but I have the NutraBullet blender from HSN and love it. When I tried to make fruit smoothies in a regular blender, the fiber and seeds were not pulverized but instead remained like a gross sludge. The NutraBullet takes frozen fruit and milk and produces a totally blended smoothie. I've used ice in it with no problem, but I usually put in frozen fruit, which makes ice unnecessary. QVC has a version of this as well. I've had my NutraBullet for a few years and it's still going.

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henderson — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 19:43:33 GMT

I have the Dash blender. I've made sorbet and tomato soup. It's 1400 watts. Wolfgang's has lesser watts and the same price as Dash.

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MKR14 — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 20:54:38 GMT

Thanks for the replies.

@henderson What color Dash blender did you get? I keep going back to the Dash blender. I like the Vitamix but don’t have the money to afford that one.

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CLEM — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 21:10:05 GMT

@MKR14 I have a Vitamix and it is great. Don't know if you want to spend the money on one, but if you can, it's worth it. The Dash seems to be very good too based on the reviews.

Yesterday someone called in on Wolfgang's show and said I do have a Vitamix, but want to move up and get yours. I am not so sure what he meant. I think all these blenders seem to do really well, but with the Vitamix it seems the motor that seems to last and last with some people still using theirs after more than 40 years. The others have only been around for a few years so nobody knows how long the motor will last.

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MKR14 — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 22:25:46 GMT

@CLEM Hello. How loud is the Vitamix and what model do you have? Did you get it on QVC? I love the new blenders out now are in colors.

If I can find a powerful blender that is not huge, not real loud, and makes ice into snow and great smoothies I would be so happy. I have been looking for a while for one. I would spend the extra money if I find the right one.

The Ninja IQ blender was so loud I had to go out of the room to use it.

Did you ever find an air fryer you loved? I got the 5.3 Cooks Essential one in blue and love it!

Take care Clem. I am doing well now so maybe my protein smoothies help me.

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Icegoddess — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 22:31:53 GMT

I know Wolfgang mentioned that commercial grade blenders like his and the Vitamix have metal parts, not plastic, which makes them last longer than the others since commercial blenders are used many times per day while a home blender may be used, on average, once or twice a day.

I have an older WP blender which is fine for me, but I don't do smoothies and really don't use it that often. I also have one of those as seen on TV Magic bullet blenders my husband uses to make his protein drinks in, but I can't say how good a job it does.

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wagirl — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 22:46:11 GMT

There are no quiet blenders---I have the vitamix that I got in 2016. Before I used my moms 1980 vitamix. I used it everyday until, well 2016 when I couldn't find any parts for it. I use my VM everyday. Love it!!!

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henderson — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 22:54:45 GMT

I got the white Dash. The only thing I don't like about it is that it is too high to fit under the cabinet. I used a 20% coupon and when they had free shipping.

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SandPiper — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 22:55:41 GMT

I have a Vitamix as well and love it. I use it every day. It’s great. But if you’re looking for something quiet, I don’t think you’ll be happy with the Vitamix. It is loud. I don’t think there is a powerful blender that is not loud.

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Lisa now in AZ — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 23:20:07 GMT

@MKR14 I have both a Vitamix and the Wolfgang Puck blender. The WP one is wonderful and I see no noticeable difference between that one and the Vitamix. I "drank the Kool Aid" and bought a Vitamix, thinking it would be vastly superior, and to me, it really isn't. The WP one, I think, will most likely meet your needs. Good luck! And have fun.

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MKR14 — Sat, 27 Jan 2018 23:21:35 GMT

@henderson I measured my counter and it is 19" and the Dash blender wouldn't fit under my cupboards. Thanks as I thought it would fit there easily. Something to consider as if I want to put it near my air fryer it wouldn't fit where I want it.

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eddyandme — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 00:02:09 GMT

@MKR14

FYI, my counter to cabinet space is around 15". The Blendtec comes with two containers and I keep the smaller one - which is more than ample - on the blender and store the big one in a top cabinet.

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CLEM — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 00:03:17 GMT

@MKR14 I am glad you are doing well; I guess it's been about a year since you were in the hospital the last time?

I have the one of the Vitamix Creations with the 32 oz container which fits under my counters. But it's pretty loud but I really don't hear it anymore. A daily smoothy will do you good. It sure breaks down ice in a hurry as do the others I have seen demonstrated. Mine is white, but they had quite a few more colors.

They came out with a new line, it's Vitamix Ascent series which has a bunch of different size containers, but I haven't heard any feed back.

Actually I was looking for a pressure cooker and you suggested the Cuisinart so I went ahead and ordered one from Macy's. Unfortunately, they don't know how to pack things so it arrived in an oversized box without any padding. Was in pieces. They sent me another one, which arrived with other issues. So I decided to order the Instant Pot from Amazon today and hope it's all they say it is.

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CLEM — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 12:46:54 GMT

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CLEM — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 13:31:04 GMT

@MKR14 On Sunday, February 18, QVC has a Vitamix TSV. Don't know which model, but they usually have lots of colors. Just in case you want to check this out first.

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MKR14 — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 19:35:35 GMT

@CLEM Thanks I will check out the Vitamix when it comes up

as they may have a cheaper one as the TSV. Thanks for the heads up.

Now that we don’t get the Insider I don’t know what is coming up. The Dash blender is too tall for me so I am still checking a few others out but will wait for the Vitamix before I make my decision. Luckily I still have my Ninja in the meantime.

Have a good week everyone.

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CLEM — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 20:49:31 GMT

@MKR14 You can always find out what's on the Q by checking their program guide on line and I usually check where it says weekly view and the top line on each day which gives you the TSV.