Shenan Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 I had a Waring that lasted many many years. When it finally died I went cheap and have paid the price for that by only getting a few uses out of it and a hassle with the store AND manufacturer over it. :glare: Any recommendations on a durable, long lasting, worth every penny type of blender? Are Waring blenders still made to last? What about those KitchenAids? We would use it for making milkshakes, smoothies, and doing science projects.:D (and no, we didn't use the last one for science projects. It's cheap plastic didn't hold up) :001_huh: TIA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardening momma Posted April 29, 2009 Share Posted April 29, 2009 I'm almost ready for a new blender. My current one is a cheapie and the plastic pitcher has been dropped too many times. For that reason, I do want another plastic pitcher (the kids somehow dropped it the first time and caused the most damage, but I've dropped it since then and made it worse). I'm still going to get a cheap one, but I'm also going to get this additional blade It's for milkshakes, but it sounds like it'll blend a lot of other things nicely too. It's Oster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brindee Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 I love my KA blender!What is KA? We need a better, more durable, maybe larger motor blender too! We do lots of smoothie drinks, especially in the summer. The one we have now doesn't do well with anything even sort of frozen, and doesn't blend that well, or without a lot of work! I'm hoping people chime in here, then I can go research them! I want to get a new one for Mother's Day! :D :bigear::lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shenan Posted April 30, 2009 Author Share Posted April 30, 2009 WOW! It's nice to see that I am in good company this evening!! :001_smile: KA, I believe, stands for Kitchen Aid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardening momma Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 We need a better, more durable, maybe larger motor blender too! We do lots of smoothie drinks, especially in the summer. The one we have now doesn't do well with anything even sort of frozen, and doesn't blend that well, or without a lot of work! I might need to look into something stronger/more durable too, even though I really want that milkshake blade. A few days ago I blended some strawberry "spread"--that is, it was labeled as spread, but it was not spreadable. So I blended it. But my blender didn't really like that and started smoking. I did get it all done, but just had to take it easy, pulse & stir, etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 When mine goes, I'll be springing for a VitaMix. As far as KitchenAid, well, I recently called to buy new burrs for my coffee grinder (which they have made since 1937) only to be told they no longer make or have parts (which need to be periodically replaced) since they discontinued it two years ago. The standards have really dropped since Whirlpool bought KitchenAid. I will not be buying another appliance from them, as they are no longer interested in longevity of their products. Just my $.02, of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shenan Posted April 30, 2009 Author Share Posted April 30, 2009 When mine goes, I'll be springing for a VitaMix. Oiy! Somebody pass the smelling salts!! I just looked at the price of a Vitamix!:svengo: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usetoschool Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 We bought a VitaMix when they were doing a demo at Costco and I have never been sorry. We have had it for years, use it all the time, and it really does blend anything easily and well. I had several different blenders before this one and I am pretty sure the combined prices added up to the price of the VitaMix, which as far as I can tell I won't have to replace for a very long time - I may have to put it in my will so my kids won't fight over it. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 I have been really happy with Oster. They have a good strong motor and they have great customer service. When I called to order a new lid because ds melted the first in the dishwasher, they sent me a new one no questions asked, for free! When the screen went out on it (they not longer make the model - as it had too many problems), they replaced the entire blender, no problem and it was here in a few days. The one I have now, I have used several times a day to blend ice and it still works great. Very smooth puree, and it still works just like the first day it arrived. We wash every thing in the dishwasher (we don't use heat to dry), wipe down the base. They all look good still, the seals are still tight, and the blades sharp, all after being used well over 1000 times. I haven't been as lucky with other brands and their customer service. Oster will stand behind their product if something does go wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fshinkevich Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 We bought a VitaMix when they were doing a demo at Costco and I have never been sorry. We have had it for years, use it all the time, and it really does blend anything easily and well. I had several different blenders before this one and I am pretty sure the combined prices added up to the price of the VitaMix, which as far as I can tell I won't have to replace for a very long time - I may have to put it in my will so my kids won't fight over it. :001_smile: I agree 100% I use mine every single day, often more than once. And with a 7 year warranty, you can't really go wrong! I got mine refurbished too - so you can save a little money there, it works perfectly and has the same warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TengoFive Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 I have an Oster, which I like. I especially like the stainless steel jar I got for it. It combines the food safety of glass, with the unbreakability of plastic. Now I need that milkshake blade. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom4him Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 I love my Bamix hand blender. I have a nice blender that goes on my mixer but rarely use it. I use my Bamix daily. http://www.pleasanthillgrain.com/best_immersion_blenders_bamix_bosch_viking_torrey_commercial.aspx You can get cheeper models but like the blender you described, they don't last. I would go through a couple of them a year at least. I have had my Bamix now for over 3 yrs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpedIntoTheDeepEndFirst Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 I love my Kitchen Aid. Picked it up on sale at a Williams Sonoma outlet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 I haven't been as lucky with other brands and their customer service. Oster will stand behind their product if something does go wrong. That's good to know, Tap. It's good to hear about good customer service - I like to buy from those companies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtolgd Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 I have a Hamilton Beach blender...it works fine for us. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjzimmer1 Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 I have this one. http://www.amazon.com/Oster-BRLY07-Z00-600-Watt-Fusion-Blender/dp/B000Q9YT1Q/ref=pd_bbs_sr_6?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1241120759&sr=8-6 For me the test isn't smoothies, it's making pureed meats for baby. I've lost a couple of blenders to that job and this one has stood the test. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy in C-ville Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Nobody has mentioned Blend Tec! We opted for this over the Vita Mix. I know they are both EXCELLENT blenders. I use my several times a day and love, love, LOVE it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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