Blender Recommendations Under $100.00??

18 years ago

I want to get my DS a blender to take to college but don't want to spend the $$ for a Cuisinart, etc. Any cheaper ones that you recommend? He wants it for making frozen fruit drinks. I heard the bullet blenders are not any good.

Thank you!

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lindac
18 years ago
My blender that is about 12 or more years old is just a run of the mill Oster....cost about $20...or less.
Check the link....there are lots of blenders just perfect for smoothies and margaritas!
Linda C

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llaatt22
18 years ago
Something to watch out for: on some Chinese made blenders, such as at least one B&D model, the thread of the plastic screw base and the thread of the glass pitcher don't mesh very well. You can check by turning them tightly together and the defective ones will jump the thread and pop apart.

Don't ask!
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mustangs81
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I read in a recent publication (can't remember the source) that the Braun PowerMax was the best in class.

Here is a link that might be useful: Braun PowerMax
bubbeskitchen
18 years ago
I am happy to help. Because DH needed soft foods and I didn't have a blender, my neighbor loaned me her Cuisinart Smart Power Duet. And boy did I love it!! I immediately ordered myself one and it comes with a super easy processor attachment that sits on the same motor housing. Now, I already have a full size processor and owned a mini so that wasn't an incentive, but since the mini as so noisy I gave the new one a whirl and it's fast and convenient. What's all this cost? Tadah! $79.95!

Here is what it looks like. We got ours at Amazon but this link came up when I googled for you.

RenÃ©e

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leel
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I have the Braun PowerMax and I really like it. it really is powerful & seems quieter than my last one. Cost me $50.
mustangs81
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Forgot to mention that the Braun had a 525 watt motor, which is stronger than most in that price range.

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