mum Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Yes, I'd love a vitamix, but don't have the money. I have had cheap blender in the past, it died and I'm looking for replacement. I'd pay under $100-ish. I'd like something that does a good job for smoothies. Would love some advice. I am feeling overwhelmed with all the problems in my life/house and I am trying to fix a few of them. Thank you for any help that comes my way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCalLynn Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I don't use my blender very often, so I didn't need anything really pricey or heavy-duty when I was looking for a replacement. My hubby came home with a Kitchen Aid blender one day and I really like it. It works so much better than my really cheap-o one I'd had for years, and I think it will last a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest submarines Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I adore my cheap blender from Costco. http://www.costco.com/Oster-10-Speed-Die-Cast-Blender.product.100110122.html Before I owned this one, I had a $200 blender and it was fine. When it died, I looked into Vitamix, but I just couldn't afford it. Instead I decided to buy that cheap Oster and save for a Vitamix. When I bought it, I was determined to "kill it" so that I could return it to Costco and justify buying a Vitamix. I worked it hard. I made frozen fruit smoothies several times a day. I crushed ice for my iced coffee regularly. It worked so well that I fell in love with it. At first I thought that it didn't disintegrate spinach and kale, but the little green specks never bothered me. However, after watching a friend operate her Vitamix, I realized that I just needed to blend for longer. After a year and a half of daily use (multiple times a day, actually) a thin plastic support "thingy" in the base broke, and I decided to replace the blender with an identical model. My old one still worked well even with the thingy broken, but I was actually worried they'd phase the blender out of production and wanted to make sure I had another one, just in case. The current model has a more ergonomic handle. :001_wub: :001_wub: :001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I adore my cheap blender from Costco. http://www.costco.com/Oster-10-Speed-Die-Cast-Blender.product.100110122.html I think we have this one or one similar to it. Works fine for smoothies, mayonnaise and crushes ice cubes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 The Oster Beehive blender is a workhorse that does an amazing job. Look for an Oster with a 450 to 500wt motor. I prefer a glass jar, but the plastic ones works just as well and are cheaper. We still use our Oster at times, even though the Vitamix lives on our counter. I like that the Oster jar can go into the dishwasher. It is nice to not have to try to get all the muck out by hand washing when I make pesto and other oil/herb mixes. I also like that I can screw on a mason jar to the blade assembly to grind things like coffee beans and just leave them in the jar. The Vitamix is amazing, but the Oster was absolutely sufficient in every way. We make smoothies and frozen ice drinks almost daily and the Oster never failed to deliver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I have the Ninja. I use it almost every day for smoothies, and I have had it 4 or 5 years. It works perfectly! This is the version that I have: http://m.target.com/p/ninja-blender-black/-/A-13037327 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest submarines Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 The Oster is now $6 off at Costco! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mum Posted June 30, 2014 Author Share Posted June 30, 2014 Thank you all. That is just what I wanted to hear! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasmama Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I have a Cuisinart which is a workhorse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyto4 Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I like my Kitchenaid... I think I paid about $100 for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stratford Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I have a Kitchen Aid blender that I got off of Amazon. It's been awesome. Love that it has a glass jar. Especially love how it crushes ice (I mostly use it for smoothies.) I've had it for about a year and a half and have no complaints. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6packofun Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I like smoothies with lots of ice. :) I bought this "professional performance" Oster for $150 and LOVE it. http://www.amazon.com/Oster-1400-watt-Professional-Performance-BLSTVB-000-000/dp/B00851TPAM/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I vote buying an old blender like Grandma would've had from the thrift store...those things are sturdy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaVT Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I have an Oster and love it. It wasn't too expensive, makes great smoothies, sauces, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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