Blenders anyone???

dawnemjh
dawnemjh Posts: 1,465 Member
edited November 9 in Food and Nutrition
Help! I need to buy a new blender, but not sure which one to get. I had a kitchen aid and was surprised at how quickly it broke!! I only used it for a few months, maybe 6 or so, and the black nob thing that rotates the blades basically disintigrated!! I would like a durable blender for making protein shakes, and one that can withstand some thicker protein fluff as well....

any recommendations...I would like to not spend a fortune!!

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  • clocklady
    clocklady Posts: 111 Member
    I have an oster 12 speed and it works well for being so affordable. I think i only paid $35 for it. I had a kitchen aid before and it was no good. I'm pining for a vitamix!
  • dawnemjh
    dawnemjh Posts: 1,465 Member
    I would LOVE a vitamix....not in the budget at the moment....
  • KiraWood
    KiraWood Posts: 5
    Vitamix. They last forever and are well worth the cost.
  • flbutler
    flbutler Posts: 26
    I make my protein shakes in a Magic Bullet! Make in the cup and go!
  • krystina_letitia9
    krystina_letitia9 Posts: 697 Member
    I make my protein shakes in a Magic Bullet! Make in the cup and go!

    I received a Magic Bullet for Christmas too... and I <3 it! Best thing I ever got!
  • mamadragon
    mamadragon Posts: 110
    i have magic bullet for small stuff and I forgot what the other one we have. I've had it for about 25 years now.
  • LilacDreamer
    LilacDreamer Posts: 1,364 Member
    please buy the Vitamix. you'll never have to buy another blender/food processor/juicer/etc. again - its an investment that lasts a lifetime. my cousin has had hers for 25 years. i've had mine for 1. it's my favorite kitchen item. cant say enough good stuff about it. :)
  • LilacDreamer
    LilacDreamer Posts: 1,364 Member
    Vitamix. They last forever and are well worth the cost.

    THIS

    THISTHISTHISTHISTHIS.
  • Regito711
    Regito711 Posts: 15
    Went to Wal-Mart and bought the $30.00 Oster and I love it.
  • 170to117
    170to117 Posts: 27
    The ninja blender is really fast and it makes everything taste smooth.
  • Tskitzo
    Tskitzo Posts: 42
    Does the vitamix crush ice? I'm pretty sure the ninja does. I would only buy a blender if I could put ice in it and have it come out smooth in a smoothie.
  • carmenstop1
    carmenstop1 Posts: 210 Member
    please buy the Vitamix. you'll never have to buy another blender/food processor/juicer/etc. again - its an investment that lasts a lifetime. my cousin has had hers for 25 years. i've had mine for 1. it's my favorite kitchen item. cant say enough good stuff about it. :)

    Totally agree, my husband and I almost had a fight when he decided to buy it in Costco...now you couldn't pry it out of my cold dead hands! We use it every day, 3 times a day for things I never thought of using a blender for! Well worth the money! Check out ebay there are some on there that are a little cheaper!
  • Davis7182
    Davis7182 Posts: 2
    we just got the ninja kitchen system 1100 (model BL700) and it is amazing! Absolute best blender I've ever had. It has blades at different heights so everything really gets chopped/blended really fine. We make a lot if protein/spinach smoothies. It also had attachments for whipping and dough making...

    http://www.amazon.com/Ninja-Kitchen-System-1100-Model/dp/B004UR1FFS/ref=pd_sbs_k_5
  • Pandorian
    Pandorian Posts: 2,055 Member
    Get an old Osterizer... the original magic bullet IE the base comes off and fits standard mason jars... everyone gets their own flavour blend on a heavy-duty made to last motor base... Other old style blenders too, as long as the base comes off and fits mason jars

    Works great, and it'll last a long time.
  • iKapuniai
    iKapuniai Posts: 594 Member
    I have a cheap, $20 - $30 Hamilton Beach blender. It does what I need it to do, but just barely lol

    I would LOVE a vitamix... but at $400, that just breaks the bank a bit too much for me right now. But I would LOVE it for some green smoothies!!
  • carmenstop1
    carmenstop1 Posts: 210 Member
    Yes the vitamix crushes ice, I use ice cubes from the ice cube trays and it makes it so smooth! And we make margarita's like you get in a bar or a luxury resort! mmmm!
  • chcoley
    chcoley Posts: 63 Member
    I just got a Ninja Pulse System and I love it so far!!!! You blend it in the cup, like the Magic Bullet, but it's also got a larger pitcher attachment.
  • maryellen8301
    maryellen8301 Posts: 100 Member
    Went to Wal-Mart and bought the $30.00 Oster and I love it.

    I think i bought the one that you are talking about.. its the MyBlend by Oyster,, its awesome.. its a personal cup that you blend everything in.. awesome..
  • Hoosiermomma
    Hoosiermomma Posts: 877 Member
    I have the Bullet for my shakes. My favorite right now is protein powder in my hot coffee. It gets all whippee and delicious. So impressed I bought one for each of my daughters when it had the automatic rebate at Costco. ($35) Also blends up my frozen fruit and yogurt very nicely.

    My big Oster had quite a few chips and dings after 28 years. Also, just got the whole Ninja system. ($119) Makes snow out of ice in no time at all. Did someone say there is a small attachment? The smaller pitcher is still a little too big for individual servings. I'm liking it so far. Held onto my original food processor for chopping and grating. I had been hoping to find one appliance that did it all but I'm pretty pleased with the combo.
  • Marquettedominos
    Marquettedominos Posts: 107 Member
    We use a VitaMixer. We love and use it multiple times a day
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