Blendtec
Rated 4 out of
5
by
RebD from
Luv my Blender, disappointed in the leaking gasket
Ive not quite has this a year and the black gasket to my wildside jar started shredding - we'd see little black shreds on the base when we removed the jar- now the gasket leaks any liquid we put in. Im really disappointed and hope I can have the jar replaced since we dont use it daily but its a great product and the jars are awfully expensive if the gasket is going to shred and wiggle the blade and leak. I thought my kids did it so blamed them, but in the Q&A section here, I see its not an isolated situation. I hope we can get this resolved so I can go back to loving my blender!
Date published: 2014-07-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
scout from
Blendtec honors their warranty
I abuse my blender daily with frozen fruits, and the jar failed after having it for about 7 months. I got a new one in 3 days w/ no hassle after emailing customer service about it. Realistically, no blender jar's blade assembly is going to last years with daily use (I bought the blender expecting to need warranty replacements for the jar, since there's no chance it's going to last 7 years with daily use), so as long as blendtec keeps sending me new jars when they wear out for the duration of the warranty, I'm satisfied.
The jar sounds different when it's starting to wear out, so when this happens get in touch w/ customer service so you can get a new one shipped out to you before the old one completely breaks.
Date published: 2014-09-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rugger from
Outstanding!
I got the Wildside as a replacement for the original jar that I flat wore out. This jar is terrific -- it is quieter than the standard jar when I make my smoothies which are very heavy on the ice. It also blends the contents quicker than the original jar and has a lower profile. Also easier to clean than the original jar because the base is wider and I can get a cleaning brush down there very easily. Awesome jar.
Date published: 2014-07-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jim D from
Best Customer Service Ever
I have 6 Blentecs and had no idea the warranty they carry. I just knew that it wast the best blender on the market. The jar blade in one of my blenders broke and I ordered another one. Thought it was a bit pricey, but when you buy the best you normally pay more. A couple of days later I get a call from someone at Blentec that said I was getting the blender for free (under warranty). Who does that???? After you have already paid, who gives you your money back??? Blendtec does! Not only the best blender on the planet, but the best customer service as well!
Date published: 2015-08-30
Rated 4 out of
5
by
sandy21 from
A Great Replacement
I bought the wildside jar as a replacement for my regular jar when the latter's blender rotor blade seal shot black stuff all over the motor housing. I had bought a blendtec for my girlfriend with a wildside jar so I'm familiar with the advantages of this jar and I really like mine. I use it mostly to make morning smoothies where I can put nuts, veggies, fruit and all sorts of ingredients to aid my health. It handles everything quite well and I particularly like that it can start on a slow speed for other types of blending.
After I bought the wildside jar I was contacted by a company representative who informed me that I had an active warranty on the blender and so I opted to accept a twister jar instead of a refund on the replacement jar. I'm looking forward to making peanut butter and hummus with the twister jar.
I do, however, have a concern about the seals wearing out on the jars. The blendtec I got for my girlfriend is a year and a half old and I find black material oozing out of the bottom of the jar around the rotor/blade (see photo). As I think back on my original jar it showed those same signs. Yet there was never any leakage from the jar nor was there contamination of the ingredients of the jar and this holds true for the wildside jar that my girlfriend has. But when the seal blew on mine I didn't want to take a chance on leakage or contamination and so I ordered a new one.
I'm posting this as a mixed review but I do like my blender!
Date published: 2014-12-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Daniel R from
Got me a NEW Jar !!!
I bought my Blendtec few years ago and love it. This year we started notice a noise when making our smoothies. I thought it was the blender so I call the company and explain the problem.
I was ready to pay if need it but the lady who answered the phone give a troubleshoting ON THE PHONE (!!!) and said - "The problem is the jar not the blender, we can send you on a free one or for $20 we can send you the pro-something"
I was so glad that I didn't care to pay right there for this new jar so I ordered it.
We just got it, so happy.
Mmm ... so this is NOT a review on the jar?
Actually no, is a review on the company, 5 STARS ALL THE WAY, thanks a lot Blendtec for a amazing product and costumer service !!!
Date published: 2016-03-24
Rated 3 out of
5
by
SnoothieLover1 from
Need To Be Able To Replace Parts & Old Lids Better
Why can't these be made to where the bearings and blades can be replaced? We like the system, but buying new jars all the time is too spendy. If this doesn't change, we will find a better system soon.
Also, the lids have changed & the old lids were much better (easier to remove & clean up better).
This blender jar us BY FAR better than the one you offer with a small base, as that smaller based one does not seem to have the right dimensions to allow for proper rotation to blend well at all.
Date published: 2016-04-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Nomad from
Must Have For A Minimalist Kitchen
This blender is extremely versatile. I use it for many tasks from whipping up smoothies and hummus to making bread dough. One base and two jars (Wildside and Twister) take up little space but deliver big on multi-function ability. If it could cook rice, it would be the only counter top appliance I would need. The really important thing is it works great.
Date published: 2014-07-30
Rated 3 out of
5
by
ktec1 from
5 stars for base, 0 stars for jar
I've had my old K-tec Champ since 1996. It runs beautifully and makes short work of almonds, spinach, berries and anything else I put in my smoothies. However, my 4th jar just bit the dust. The first jar lasted for several years, but I didn't use it as much then. The last three have lasted for about 2-3 years each. This one is just over 3 years old. I don't want to spend the money for a VIta-mix when i have a base that works so well, but this jar issue is ridiculous. I'm going to just start using the warranty at 2 years and 11 months even if the jar isn't show problems yet. BLENDTEC - YOU HAVE TO FIX THE BEARING ISSUE ON THE JARS!!!
Date published: 2017-10-18
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Lockdown from
Excellent Blender, Poor Bottom Gasket
I love this blender, but am put off by the poor life of the container given that after about 300 cycles the blade does not spin freely. I clean and maintain it regularly, so I feel cheated. I clean it even better than the manual suggests so this shouldn't be happening. I am the only user, so there is no way somebody could be tampering with it or abusing it without my knowledge. It would be great if this blender had a kit to change the gasket at the bottom. THIS WOULD SET THIS PROBLEM TO REST AND LOCK IT IN AS A '10'. I don't think the competition does this. Nudge! Nudge!
Date published: 2015-10-30
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Phil180 from
Works great, but not for long
I've been using these for over 10 years and blend about 4 times a week on average. The contents range from yogurt and fruit smoothies to heavier items like meat and vegetables. We only fill the jars to about 24 - 30 ounces and get absolutely perfect results every time with only a single blending cycle (50 seconds). However, they only last about 1-1/2 years before the seal fails and the blade doesn't turn easily. Always slightly past the 1 year warranty, of course! But as long as the blender keeps working I guess we'll keep buying the jars.
Date published: 2015-05-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
CarrieCBB from
Love the Four Side Jar!
I bought my Blendtec with the Wildside Jar on sale at Costco last year and, while I have loved the operation of the blender, sturdiness and ease of cleaning, the bigger jar wasn't designated for some of the recipes and smaller amounts I wanted to use. Since getting the Four Side jar, I find I use it all the time with all the recipes I want!
Date published: 2014-07-30
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Brandy1 from
Liked old lid better
I had to get a replacement blender jar as the old one started to leak after 600 uses. When i got the new jar, i noticed the lid is not completely closed and it comes apart in two pieces. This is harder to clean this way. The jar handle also is not solid its hollow so stuff can get stuck on inside of it. Im noticing the blades just are not fully blending frozen bananas in smoothies n i have to pulse it a few times after the cycle is done.
Date published: 2014-09-05
Rated 4 out of
5
by
DavidKA from
great jar, less than great lid
I just bought a new jar -- the old one was leaking after 6-7 years (thanks for the great product!). It's very lucky that my old lid is as good as new (thanks for the great product!), because it's so easy to scrape the smoothie goodness off it with a scraper, unlike from the newly-designed lid. The latter has narrow and curved rut, which requires a small, narrow object to do the job. I don't have such an object; a tea spoon doesn't do a good enough job. I tried the new lid a couple times but eventually shelved it in frustration. I wonder if other folks give similar feedback and if BT would consider going back to the old design in future iterations.
Date published: 2019-02-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Steve60 from
Great upgrade of original container
I've used Blendtec blenders for the past 10 years or so, and while I always liked the fourside jar, I was unhappy with both the container material and the bearings of the blade. This new container fixes both problems. The material is a clear and doesn't seem as vulnerable to etching as the original containers. The blade assembly and bearings are amazing -- quiet, sturdy, and apparently so well designed the jar comes with a 3-year warranty, or longer if you're buying it as part of a blender purchase. This is the last thing that might have kept me from recommending the Blendtec blender to everyone. I'm completely satisfied with the way it works and looks.
Date published: 2019-03-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
katty kat from
JAR WAS WORTH ORDERING
I bought this second jar replacement. The first replacement I had purchased was a for gasket issue. It had just worn out, which they do. At that time I could see little gray bits when grinding sugar to powdered sugar and called Blendtec. So it was time to replace. This current replacement jar was due to making soup with super 'hot off the stove' vegetables and broth. Liquid started to leak and thankfully didn't damage the base. Although I did melt the gasket. Sooo... this time I know to be more careful and save my receipt for the longer 3 year warranty. Yes, it is worth it as I love the features of the base I already have.
Date published: 2017-01-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
dshanmug from
LOVE this jar!
I have used this jar multiple times every day since I took it out of the box! I've made the Berry Soft Serve recipe from the recipe booklet every day. I've make Raw Ranch Dressing, Macadamia Cream, Raw Russian Salad Dressing, just to name a few. Our whole family is just in love with this new jar. The spatula is an engineering triumph and it actually gets out every last bit of our expensive organic nut recipes with ease. We are impressed with the removable lid centers and recipe booklet too. All the pieces of this package are well thought out and well worth the price. Bravo, Blendtec, you've put together something worthy of your amazing blender. No cheaping-out on anything. We are customers since 2006.
Date published: 2014-06-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Debbie from
Must-have for hummus, nut butters, and more...
Wasn't sure how handy this would be, but I'm a big fan of hummus and spreads, so I thought I'd try it. What I didn't realize was that its more petite size fits perfectly under counter when atop my blender, and it's just the right size for a morning smoothie for one. I put in all my fresh greens and fruits with a little ice or water, and get 16 oz of heaven without using the bigger Wildside or Standard jars. LOVE IT! Clean up is simple too. Great product for the money, and dramatically different than any other offering from Blendtec.
Date published: 2014-06-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Peacemama from
Love this Blender!
Lets get the negatives out of the way... I haven't been successful in making ice cream, even when I follow the recipes provided but its not a big deal to me because it works great for all the things I actually bought it for. I had a hard time with thick things in the regular Blendtec blenders, but the twister jar can whip through all those troubles with ease. I have made super thick hummus, awesome guacamole, almond butter, sesame tahini, and baby food. Its my go to blender for the things I make and I love it!
Date published: 2014-06-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Paula from
I love the preprogrammed settings!
I received my Blendtec a week ago. I heard wonderful things about it from other reviewers online. It's BETTER than I expected, and easier to make all of the things that I bought it for than I thought it would be because of the preprogrammed settings. For example, I can make a green smoothie in 40 seconds by putting a little water in, filling it with leafy greens just the way I bought them, and tossing in a whole apple, or handful of berries and pushing ONE BUTTON, ONE TIME! It takes 8 seconds of preparation and 32 seconds of blending (where I do nothing but watch it adjust it's own speeds, and get a glass out of the cupboard). It takes me 20 seconds to clean up by rinsing the jar and lid with water and setting them upside down to air dry. It's so cool!!
Date published: 2014-08-10
Rated 3 out of
5
by
AmbassadorT from
Functions great but...
I appreciate the size and multifaceted functionality of the twister jar. I am however, disappointed with the fact that it stained the second time I used it. For the jar to stain indicates a level of porosity that is of concern. No matter what I have tried the stain does not come out (even after 20 additional uses with food item not containing any yellow). All foods have also been organic so no chemicals or artificial ingredients.
Date published: 2016-05-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jack from
Works Perfectly!
It isn't often you follow the instructions and get results like you saw in the video. But with this I followed the instructions exactly, simply pressing a few buttons and twisting the lid as I blended, and the nut butter was perfect. The other day I had apples but no peanut butter. But I found a jar of cashews and 2 minutes later I was eating apples with cashew butter.
Date published: 2014-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ann1 from
Magic
This blender jar has a brilliant design that really works for thick emulsions like nut butters. I have been using blendtec for 20 years and it's one of the companies that has continued to improve the quality of their already exceptional products over time. Highly recommend.
Date published: 2014-06-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
PghPammy from
Love it! Perfect for single serve drinks!
I am so happy I got this! The mini that came with my blender is ok for small jobs. But the reg size is better because it also has a reg gripper lid so you can make single serve drinks. I also like to make almond butter. So far I'm thrilled with the versatility of this and clean up is a snap.
Date published: 2015-03-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mjenf from
Simple to use
My wife and I bought a Kitchen Mill a few years ago and we grind our own berries quite frequently. Over the past few years we only used 2 filters. We probably should have changed them out sooner than that, but they still worked for the most part. We ordered new filters and the mill is running better now. They are great filters, although, I would not recommend rinsing them. Rather, just dust off the flour and put it in a dry spot. We were rinsing them after use, and that made them brittle and the filter shrunk a little. Overall, great filters, highly recommend them.
Date published: 2015-10-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
fatmormonwoman from
F filter, I love you.
What words can convey my feelings for me new F filter? I love it. It is so cute! It is in the shape of an F. Sometimes I play with it on the counter top when the kids are at school and I am alone in the kitchen. I walk it around and talk to it. It is a wonderful, squishy letter F. I keep it handy in the flatware drawer. I don't know what it is for but I have fun with it.
Date published: 2014-06-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Momof6 from
Improved Quality!
I have had my grinder for 20+ years. For a time the F filters did not hold up for more than 2 grindings. They just kind of compressed from the heat. These F filters are a bit big for my grinder, but I just insert them until they stop. They have held up beautifully. I love this grinder and hope to continue making healthy flour for my family.
Date published: 2017-10-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
terrivd9 from
Great price!
I'm so thankful I found this company to buy the "F" filters from. The price was a fraction of what other companies charge! I actually needed one and bought 5 more since they were so inexpensive!
Date published: 2014-10-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Trace from
"F" Filter
I was thrilled to find out that I could still purchase an "F" filter for my K-Tec Grain Mill which I purchased over ten years ago. The filter came quickly and was only $1.00!!
Date published: 2014-10-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Joice from
Our granddaughter wanted to use our k-tec wheat grinder, we had not used for some time only to find we haf no filter. We were very glad to find in the inter et. Thanks
Date published: 2019-01-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
forager48 from
Perfect fit
I absolutely love my BlendTec! I have used one for many years and I was so frustrated when I lost the filter. Thank you for the quick service!
Date published: 2019-03-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rsb1 from
Love my grinder!
I’ve had no wheat grinder for many years. I absolutely love it! I’m so grateful I can still get filters. I would hate to lose my grinder!
Date published: 2018-01-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
V_Duke13 from
Our dog ate our original Blendtec Lid so ordered this replacement. Product arrived quickly and was exactly as advertised. Happy with my purchase.
Date published: 2018-04-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kelster from
They did an awesome job!
My blendtek needed a new lid the old one lasted many years but needed replaced and the new one was at a great price very fair! And works awesome!
Date published: 2018-09-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Toddlermom from
Perfect Replacement!
I needed a replacement lid (last time I saw my original lid it was in my toddlers hands) for my wild side jar and this was perfect!
Date published: 2018-11-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mandy from
Perfect replacement
Ordered another lid because my roommates lost the original... got here quick and I was able to get my blend on again!
Date published: 2018-06-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Albertagirl from
Works great
So happy I got this lid. No leaks. Good venting for doing hot drinks and soups
Date published: 2018-12-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Riah from
Works well
It fits well my old blendtec. I like it that it's easy to clean
Date published: 2018-12-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Foxysicecream from
Love my Blendtec
I just got me refurbished Blendtec and love it. I own an ice cream shop and have had 2 commercial blenders to make smoothies. I used the Hamilton Beach Commercial and the Vitamix. Blendtec blows them away. We can put in our mix, ice and walk away. When we come back it is perfect. Both Hamilton Beach and Vitamix involved mixing to get the mixture to move. The flat bottom on the Blendtec makes it perfect for getting every bit of smoothie out of the bottom. The other blenders were too narrow to use a spatula to get the mixture out. Great design and performance. I hope it lasts for years. Oh, the refurbished looks like new. Great value!
Date published: 2014-07-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
avaughn from
The best blender EVER!
I received this blender as a gift, it is by far the BEST gift I've received (for the kitchen). I have used it almost every day since it landed on my doorstep. I make green smoothies, milkshakes, white russians (hehe) and so much more. I feel like I haven't even touched on what this machine can do. My husband is extremely impressed by the power and wants to show everyone who walks through our door. If you are on the fence about purchasing a refurb blender, I understand, but with the garauntee and warranty it's a win win situation. I would also reccomend the Twister Jar if wanting to make nut butter, salad dressings, etc. Thank you Blendtec!
Date published: 2014-12-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ontherun57 from
So far so good!
I purchased a re-furbished model several months ago. Great service. Love my Blendtec! Easy to use, extremely easy to clean. I have used a very sturdy Oster blender for nearly 30 years. The Blendtec allows me to make my green smoothies on the run in the morning with a very quick clean-up. I freeze my ingredients in jars, add them to the blender, blend and pour the smoothies back into the jars, put the lids on and have a days worth for "snacking" on. I would purchase this again and recommend it to others. It is a little noisy when grinding frozen chunks. I put my hand on the lid if it gets a little jumpy. I expect it
and the noise is short lived.
Date published: 2014-06-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Eltoronegro101 from
Very pleased.
I've had my blender a couple of months and have really loved it. I mainly use it for smoothies but have made green shakes and have blended my saved egg shells. Worked great. My kids have learned to use it too. I live when they make a fruit drink in it. I enjoy the preset functions. Makes it easy. I only wish it was a bit quieter, but a small price to pay for being able to blend anything. I was also comforted by the warrantee. Makes me feel good know they stand behind their product, even the referbs. There was a learning curve with the cavitation that can occur. I like my fruit smoothies thick. (I freeze watermelon cubes and thicken with that instead of ice.)
Date published: 2014-06-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
CHARLIEofBIGCANOE from
Great product and service
Purchased a refurbished unit online in early July. Somehow the order was lost, but a great customer service rep handled the issue and expedited the shipment. The rep was very professional, it makes me feel that we have made a good choice in buying Blendtec. We have friends that purchased both a Vitamix and this Blendtec unit, and after 10 days of using both, they sent the Vitamix back. Blendtec was far better for their smoothy and cooking needs. I have only used my Blendtec a few times, but I am very impressed with the power and the results. With a seven year warranty and great customer service, I can't imagine why you would buy anything else.
Date published: 2014-07-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Stacey from
Great blender for blending foods for my tube feed
I have had my blendtec since Feb. 2014 and have done 1564 blends. It works as good now as it did the day it was received. My daughter is tube fed, had chronic diarrhea (dumping syndrome) for 10 years being on formula. I started blending her food with the Blendtec in Feb. 2014 and not one episode since I started blending real food. She also gets IVIG infusions (iv antibodies every 3 weeks for 11 years). Her antibody levels have never been higher. I would highly recommend this product to anyone. They have excellent customer service as well. You can actually speak to a person without being on hold for an extended period of time.
Date published: 2014-12-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Smoothie from
Push of a button
I have to say; I love my blendtec. I had borrowed a Vitamix from friends on several occasions to make smoothies (I wanted to blend rather than juice because I wanted to keep all of the veggie/fruit goodness and not waste it). The Vitamix worked well but, I had to put a lot more work into blending. My blendtec has everything I need programmed into it! I make a large batch every few days and keep the rest in the fridge! When I get home I chop and freeze what I can beets, celery, watermelon ect and then in the am I pop in whatever I want in my smoothie press the button and it goes through the cycle and bam I'm done! For what I wanted I am so glad I went with the blendtec.
Date published: 2014-06-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sandya from
Packs a punch and does it quickly
I've had the Blendtec for about three weeks, and bought it as an upgrade to my Nutribullet. I love it, and can't say enough good things. I drink roughly two smoothies a day or more, mostly vegetable-based, and the Blendtec makes them so smooth and easy to consume, I can't believe the smoothie didn't come from a juicer. I am actually looking for reasons to blend stuff. I realize I sound like an infomercial.
A caveat I'll add-- if you plan to drink the juice right away, it helps to add ice; the speed of the blender warms the juice, which isn't ideal for taste. I haven't tried making soups, etc, yet, but I assume it'll work quite well to get the soup to the ideal temperature.
Date published: 2014-07-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Karen M from
Came fast and exactly as pictured!
My lid fits perfectly and does not leak. It's better than the original that came with the model. This one is a later version.
Date published: 2018-10-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lid flipper from
Great insert
Had to buy the entire lid just to get the insert that accidentally was ground in the garbage disposal. Nice to have a tight-fitting lid again as I no longer have to hold down the lid with my hand while blending. Works great!
Date published: 2018-07-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JackieJJ from
Nice
This lid is much easier to put on. Glad I got it. I wish they made one for the smaller jars too.
Date published: 2019-03-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Beth Ann from
Huge Improvement!
I'm so glad I bought this lid. A huge improvement in design from my original from 1o yers ago. No more leaking out the sides or spurting out the top. Very happy!
Date published: 2019-01-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Likal from
Locking Lid
Love that Blendtec has a locking lid option!! I need to upgrade my container as I still have an older model! Couldn’t pass up on the sale though!!
Date published: 2018-05-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Tmac from
Great replacement
I bought this hoping it would replace the original one that was lost. It works perfectly so far. Very pleased with this purchase.
Date published: 2018-07-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kjackson from
Perfect
I was missing the clear plastic insert in the top and bought a new top and it fits perfect
Date published: 2018-08-19
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Jesus is King from
Latching lid
Works better than the last lid. My last lid would pop off more
Date published: 2019-01-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
jackie44 from
Fantastic Product!
Everything about this product is so superbly designed and constructed. Jar: The perfect size for single-serve blends, but with a little extra capacity if and when you need it. The jar’s smaller size makes it very easy to remove contents, to handle, and to clean. Lid: The lid, vent hole, and vent cap are each proportionately smaller; again making them extraordinarily easy to handle and to clean. The lid has flanges which latch onto a plastic lip which runs around the top outside rim of the jar. This design allows the the lid to be securely affixed to the jar, but it also facilitates the easy removal of the lid in that you can use the flanges as little handles to pull the lid off of the top of the jar. The lid also appears to be thicker and more rigid than the full-size lids. A feature I like.
I do not see any negatives or cons in this product. I use this Mini Wildside Jar almost exclusively now, and I absolutely love it. I highly recommend this product!
Date published: 2016-04-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
GARYG86 from
Great Size
The size of this blender bowl is great. It allows me to make smaller sizes and is easier to clean up. I use it for morning smoothies and the blender does a great job at getting everything that I throw at it. It also fits under the counter now, which is great, so I can have it out all the time.
Date published: 2016-07-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SV1112 from
Fantastic
Thrilled that I purchased the mini. My little blender gave out. Hated to have 2 on counter for my daily shakes. The size is just perfect and I don't have to keep cleaning my large wideside for just a single shake. Love it!!
Date published: 2016-05-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lizbeth from
Min Wildside jar
I really like this mini jar and find i use it more than the large one - especially for smoothies etc.
It took me a while to decide to get it as it is such a lot of money for a plastic container .
Date published: 2016-05-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JanMar from
Perfect For Single Use
I ordered this size for my sister. It works so well for people who live alone and find themselves making more single server drinks than large batches. Now I am ordering one for myself. I hope they continue to make this size its greatly needed.
Date published: 2016-03-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lynnie52 from
Couldn't Be More Perfect
I bought this during a Blendtec promotion before I was able to buy my Blendtec blender. Wow - I'm glad I did! I love, love, LOVE this little jar. It stores easily and is just right for one person. Also important? Because I sometimes have attacks of painful inflammation in my hands and wrist (arthritis) that make handling heavier items painful, this is a great aid and addition to my collection of "arthritis-friendly" kitchen equipment. Good job, Blendtec, and thank you so much for designing the mini-jar and offering it on sale so I can own it. Love it -- and YOU!!
Date published: 2017-12-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Captain Paul from
it's perfect for single serving size smoothies
This jar is perfectly designed with the Teflon bearing. It is easy to clean and was the perfect gift to complement our full sized wild side jar.
Date published: 2016-07-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Danismom from
Excellent customer service
Love my Blentec for making green smoothies, appitzers, sauces and soups. Great product and with the price.
Date published: 2016-06-06
Rated 3 out of
5
by
KarinW19 from
Does not blend as well as the Wild Side jar
I was happy to finnaly get my Blendtec Go jar, but I was a little disappointed in the blending abilities. I make a Rocket Fuel latte with cacao nibs and shelled hemp seeds in the Wild Side jar on the smoothie setting and everything is smooth. In the Blendtec Go jar I have about 2 tsps of chunks left at the bottom. I have tried running the juice setting twice and I still have little chunks left over. I have also paused partway through and scraped down the sides. Let me know if I am doing something wrong.
Date published: 2018-05-24
Rated 4 out of
5
by
klagain from
Perfect for Breakfast Smoothies
I absolutely love this jar!!! It is perfect for the smoothies I've been making lately which include 1 cup liquid, crushed ice and protein powder. I love using the disposable cups with the smoothie but make sure the ice is crushed or your cup might crack. I'm not giving it a 5 simply because I feel the jar is over priced. As much as I love it, I wasn't willing to pay full price. I only purchased it because at the time, it was 20% off. Other than the price, I don't feel like you would go wrong making this purchase if you are an on the go kind of smoothie maker like me.
Date published: 2018-05-14
Rated 3 out of
5
by
TerryM from
Go Cup = Great! Solo Insert = Not so great
The Go Cup itself is great... I use the GoCup every morning with the plastic lid. I discovered that inserting a Solo-Cup insert does NOT work very well at all for a couple of reasons. 1) The plastic cup will crack from hard materials such ice during blending and splashed all over the Go Cup a, 2) In order to get a tight enough seal on the you have to tighten anyway n the lid sooooo tight that it makes it virtually impossible to to get the lid off.
Date published: 2018-05-11
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Austin from
Awesome idea, not the best quality
I bought this about a month or so ago and have used it probably 20 times. I’ve used a plastic cup recommended on a product card that came in the packaging and the seal comes undone or the cup breaks probably 1/3 of the time. The idea is awesome, but with it making a bigger mess than my wild side jar (when using a disposable cup and following all the directions to a T) I don’t think it’s worth it. If the quality of the seal is increased greatly, it would be a life-changing product.
Date published: 2018-05-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Earlybird from
nicely made but less convenient
This Blendtec GO bottle is well made like all Blendtec products. I do appreciate that! However, for me it is not as convenient as the pitcher. If you need to add anything to the bottle while it is blending you have to take it off the blender and unscrew the jar instead of just opening a lid. Blending in individual cups is not all that convenient either.It can be a little messy. It would be just as easy to blend and then pour into cups. Looking back, for the money I spent, I wish I had gotten the Mini Wildside Jar.
Date published: 2018-05-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Oxidized from
Excellent for Smoothies
Did a lot of research to upgrade our blender/smoothie maker. Very glad we went with a Blendtec Go. Lots of room and blends very well.
Date published: 2018-04-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Righteous from
Excellent for small serving
I am loving my go cup. It is great for smaller servings and the benefit of using the solo cup insert is great. I use turmeric in most of my blends and I was concerned eventually my containers would stain and the solo cup insert option is just what I needed!
Date published: 2018-05-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sampriest from
Great add on.
This is a great add on to an already fantastic product. It quick and easy and I use my blender more now than ever. My 7 year daughter loves her daily morning smoothie and she can make it herself.
We love this product. Blend and go...
Date published: 2018-05-10
Rated 4 out of
5
by
keg51 from
I appreciated being able to find the parts I needed (mill gasket and F filter) - however, I thought that the shipping charges were outrageous. Thanks.
Date published: 2016-03-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Shirley Vick from
what I expected
This little piece of foam gasket is incredibly expensive for what it is, next time and for others who have the same machine I will recommend they go to a hardware store and buy .50 cents worth of weather stripping, it would do the same job !
However I am glad its on my machine.
Date published: 2017-04-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
DB in LA from
Worked on my 30 year old Kitchenetics Kitchen Mill
Did not want to replace the perfectly functional mill for want of a gasket, and was worried it might not work right, but it was fine. Directions were clear, it was easy to replace, and all is good again.
Date published: 2017-06-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MRSC from
Love it!
I bought this about a month ago, and I love it. It works so much better than the old gasket, and my kitchen work space is cleaner because there is less flour being blown through cracks on my mill. Instead of putting off milling my wheat I don't worry about it because the whole process is less messy.
Date published: 2016-02-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
professoryelnats from
Wheat Grinder Mill Gasket
The Mill gasket come in two adhesive strips. Clean the surface well before adhering. Be cautious as you apply it as it sticks very well and may not come off if you miss place it. Fortunately for me, the strips were a little bit longer than I needed. Works great.
Date published: 2014-11-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
mklyo from
My mill is back in service after many months.
I do not have the blender, only the mill. Great! Finally can mill my wheat again. The gasket works great, I think that it is better than the earlier design. I like the sticky side which presses on to the body of the mill--a good improvement.
Date published: 2016-02-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Becky24 from
Finally replaced!
I didn't think I could ever find the part the broke, and I was so happy to see I could easily order it and have my grinder working like new again. Everything was very easy to order and to replace on the grinder.
Date published: 2016-11-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kristie from
I like the new self-stick backing
This was easy to put in place and I'm so happy I won't have to take the time to put the gasket on each time I use the mill.
At first I was a little skeptical, but it really is a great improvement!
Date published: 2019-01-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
RickTurner from
Designer 725 with Wildside+ Jar is Dream Machine
I purchased the Designer 725 with the Wildside+ Jar about month ago and it has exceeded all my expectations in performance, quality and design features. I've used it to make smoothies, salsa, soup bases and sauces with excellent results. The cleaning and scub cycle is awesome compared to how I had to manually wash my retired Cusinart Blender. It is truly a professional blender with power, outstanding design features and quality. The Wideside+ Jar works like a champ in blending, pouring and with the cleaning/scrub feature on the blender touch panel. The touch panel and features are awesome too. It's a very well designed blender along with the Wildside+ Jar and I would highly recommend to my friends.
Date published: 2014-06-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JDskez from
Simply Put, FANTASTIC!
Very powerful, easy to clean blender that can do it all from hot soups to amazing smoothies that are easy and enjoyable to drink. This blenders single dull blade is safe to touch when not in use and the WildSide cyclone action really does do a wonderful job of mixing your ingredients together without the need for a plunger like accessory. I really enjoy the beauty of this machine from the design to the gorgeous digital display. If you're in the market for a commercial grade blender and you're trying to decide between the blendtec and the Vitamix, do yourself a favor and purchase a blendtec that offers you more features for the same price, you will not be disappointed.
Date published: 2015-09-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Dick from
Top-Quality Engineering and Design Integrity
The simplicity and robustness of the engineering of the 725 is truly singular and remarkable, greatly exceeding our expectations. This American-made machine is positively "goof proof"... It is powerful, easy to clean, and forth right in its operation. Blendtec can expect future orders from us for its other products; our friends will become Blendtec consumers for certain.
We did experience an unusual shipping delay, mainly owing to the demand for this model, causing us a bit of frustration; this was elegantly addressed by the three top-notch service representatives, for which a letter of gratitude to their leadership shall be forthcoming.
Many Thanks... Dick B.
Date published: 2014-08-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
S5runner from
Best blender
My wife and I use this blender everyday. Some days it's more than once, and for completely different recipes. We've had it for over a year now and we are still loving it. If I had to choose one thing in my kitchen that I would have to keep, and get rid of everything else it would be the blendtec without hesitation. I love how I can choose between functions like juicing, soup, smoothie or even ice cream, you can't screw up! Easy to clean and the other jars are extremely handy. The power is unreal. Also, we love the rewards that come with it, sorry no spoilers ;) I believe it's worth the money, this was not a purchase it was an investment.
Date published: 2017-02-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sunny from
Very happy
I bought this taking a risk as I'm using it in Europe. These things are so expensive here. But turns out, this thing works incredibly well with a converter. It has so much power. Couldn't be happier!
Date published: 2014-06-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
RJLCOOKS from
And the winner is...
Some say it's a coin flip between Vitamix and Blendtec but I'm here to tell you that ts not even close. The Blendtec 725 has superior features such as the smooth surfaced touch pad interface and a digital readout that holds absolutely hysterical "conversations" with you... not to mention the brilliantly designed dull edged blending blades and the Wildside jar that doesn't require the hassle of a pusher/plunger (like the Vitamix). I simply can't imagine anyone who would not be completely satisfied with this amazing, well-built American-made machine. Customer service has been second to none and oh, btw, every recipe and every blend has not only
been flawless but fun as well.
Date published: 2016-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
alchemist from
If Apple made blender...
The design is amazing and so is the craftsmanship. The housing is die-cast stainless steel. This blender is powerful, quiet and versatile. It is very compact and fits under cabinets will room to spare.
Date published: 2014-06-17
Rated 4 out of
5
by
incredibleole from
Great results but some annoying flaws.
This blender is easy to use and delivers really awesome blending results. Smoothies and soups of all kinds turn out great with the Wildside+ Jar and nut butter, curry pastes and small portions are easy to make with the Twister Jar. The machine is very loud, but that didn't came as a surprise.
Unfortunately, there are some caveats:
One minor thing: The german translation is quite bad, so I decided to let it speak english.
One annoying thing: It does not have a physical power switch. You have to plug the cord off the wall, if you don't want to let it use standby-energy.
Another annoying thing: Blendtec advertises this device as a good looking appliance, hence the name "Designer". It really is. But not for a very long time. After around 50 blends, the upper layer of the satinated plastic of the jar mount gets scrubbed off and gets welded into the jar's base (see photos). Blendtec obviously chose the wrong kind of plastic or they should have taken rubber feet, that can be replaced when wearing off.
Also I had to "read error" messages, that interrupted my blending, but only two or three times so far. I highly sophisticated device like this should habe the ability to get user manageable firmware-update, so why is there no USB-port on the back of the machine? If the firmware has bugs, I have to send it in, that's neither a good solution for me, nor Blendtec.
As you may have seen from my review, I'm using a european 230V version. So, if Blendtec eliminates these issues, the Designer 725 would be absolutely perfect.
Date published: 2015-12-30
Rated 4 out of
5
by
SuzieQue from
Great size!
I bought this a month ago and am so happy that I did. It is the exact size that I was looking for. The top is very secure but you must be very careful to close the cap securely. Only an inch of the base fits into my cup holder. That is enough to hold the cup when it is filled.
Date published: 2018-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
cissyceetee from
Love it!
I have used my To Go! everyday since I got it. I have tried both the TO Go cup that fits inside the container. It is so easy to use and I am enjoying it.
It has made making my protein drink so easy and fast. I used the twister jar before but this is much better.
Date published: 2018-05-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lismore from
So convenient!
Used this several time and find the ease of use a welcome feature.
Date published: 2018-05-29
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Grammarian from
I've had the original since 1999
I'm sorry to read the negative reviews. I have the original Kitchen Mill and just now replaced the gasket with the stick-on one from Blendtec. The gasket cost 10 bucks with shipping! It does not work like the original. I have to put masking tape all around the mill to keep the flour from blowing out. I can't use it in my kitchen any more.
Mine is super loud, so loud it hurts. I use industrial ear plugs. Also, these mills get your flour very hot-over 100 degrees. Freeze the grain first or lose nutrition.
From these reviews I will not be replacing my mill with its Blend Tec version. I'll probably go with a KoMo because of the 12 year warranty.
Date published: 2015-08-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Blendtech Fan from
21 years and going STRONG!
I got my mill 21 years ago, and it is still going strong. I got it for free when I got my Kitchen Champ mixer/blender. It has been used to grind bushels of wheat, corn, barley and other grains over the years. While it isn't quiet, it is faster and better than the electric stone grinder that I used to use. I love that I can adjust how fine the grind is.
If I have any complaint, it is not easy to get it clean. I usuallly use a blowdryer to get all of the dust out. But, after 21 years, that isn't much of a comlaint! I don't have any other appliances that have lasted that long (I dropped the Kitchen Champ and killed the computer after 11 years).
Date published: 2015-08-08
Rated 4 out of
5
by
1derwoman from
Great For a While
We purchased our Kitchen Mill 6 years ago and have used it regularly. I make bread several times a month. More than once we have ground a 20 lb bag of wheat in one session. It's been a beautiful tool in our kitchen and it does a wonderful milling job. It grinds quickly and the grain is very fine. I've given the mill as a gift twice and recommended it to everyone. Two years ago I noticed the seal around the pan was giving out and the room was taking a flour bath when in use, so we replaced the seal. At replacement I noticed a tiny crack in each of the side latches. The new seal and cracked latches meant that we had to hold the unit together to prevent flour from coating the house. The cracks have grown over time with use. One crack now runs right up to the filter section and the unit is useless. It's a fundamental design flaw of poured plastic. I'm so disappointed and am now shopping for a new mill. If you plan occasional use, I highly recommend the Kitchen Mill. If you need a work horse, move on.
Date published: 2016-01-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
devilsangel77 from
I love it !!!!!
i love my new kitchen mill i do not know whyh i waited so long to get one
Date published: 2014-05-10
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Suzie from
My blendtec kitchen mill exploded
I have had my current blendtec kitchen mill for just over three years. This was my third blendtec kitchen mill. I do not register my mills for warranty as I use them to grind small dry wood samples for analysis. My previous mills have jammed and the motors burned up. Something happened to my current mill while in use this morning and it literally lifted up off the cannister and landed upside down. I am fortunate to use the unit on a table considerably lower than counter height so the motor housing did not hit me in the head. I'm sure this was just a crazy fluke and will be promptly ordering a new unit, my fourth in 8 years. This unit grinds better and costs less than anything available in my industry. Like others have said about flour dust (wood dust for me), it blows out from between the motor and canister. I did not have this problem with my earlier mills but have with my last two. Either the gasket or the latches have changed as my last two units haven't locked down like the previous units.
I recommend using it outdoors or indoor with an exhaust fan running. I also recommend wearing safety glasses, a dust mask and hearing protection as the unit is as loud as a jet engine and particles have a tendency to fly out when the hopper is almost empty. I would like to see the gasket/latch issue addressed and it would be great if there was an easy way to be able to unjam the milling chamber and clean in there. As you can see in the picture, my mills get heavy use. Like others, I use compressed air to blow out as much residue as possible.
Date published: 2014-09-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
marisol4 from
Great!
I bought this couple months ago and I ♥ it!!! Everyone has it know in my family. Its really easy and It work excellent...
Date published: 2014-06-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MaryCeleste from
nothing to complain about!
My mom got me this for my birthday, and I was so excited! I have not purchased bread for weeks, now. It's been great to be able to mill my own wheat and bake my own super-delicious bread. It makes flour and stores upside down (perfectly compact for my teeny apartment!) And I think people who expect there not to be a slight flour mess with any wheat grinder would be crazy. So far it's done the job well. I have no complaints, and it's no louder than an air popper. Yay for wheat grinders!
Date published: 2015-02-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Elnsanch from
Clean and not as loud
I’ve used it for my first time, did 12 cups of wheat straight through. Did not have powder flying all over the place-the way the grinder top seals to the container helps , and it was more quiet than other grinders. It packs up so small to stick on a shelf neatly. My only wish was that it would come with a little brush to brush out the flour in the grinder. But not a big deal-can just get a brush somewhere. Very happy with the grinder.
Date published: 2018-05-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Tory from
Exceeded My Expectations!
I am more than impressed with this blender, and even it if dies the day the warranty expires at 8 years, it will well have been worth the investment.
I had always heard about Vitamix blenders as being the best. With this blender, I was wary about having electronic controls, and overall I was unsure about Blendtec blenders. But when I had a sizable store credit at Bed Bath and Beyond, Vitamix blenders were not an option for my 20% coupon so I chose Blendtec. I am very hard on my kitchen tools, and this blender has stood up to my abuse. I used it almost daily and I can't imagine not having it. Everything blends so smoothly and it really looks beautiful on my counter.
Date published: 2015-06-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
howardh from
Highly aggressive awesome blender!
We've been using this blender for about a month, and its been the best blender we've had. Its shear power is incredible. It has the ability to heat up liquids, just from friction at high speed. We've made many superfood smoothies & hot soups with it, and we were blown away with how it was capable of heating the soup with it! We had purchased a vitamix first, and returned it, because it came with a plunger, this indicated to us that the design of the jar must be lacking something. We love the digital controls and fact that the control panel is easy to clean. Electronic controls always trumps switches in my opinion, because there are no contacts to go bad. The Blendtec is worth every penny!!!
Date published: 2014-11-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
CiesAK from
Everything we wanted in a blender...and much more!
Switching from a cheap blender to a premium one is a big step (and investment). But the ease of use and variety of uses make the jump entirely worth it. From ice cream to hot soup – from nut butters to smoothies, our Blendtec takes the place of several other appliances. The online recipe book gives endless options, but the real value is that it's easy to use and simple to clean... meaning this is the type of purchase you'll enjoy using and *keep* using regularly. It devours fresh (or frozen) fruits and veggies, so there's zero headache to eat healthy. Can't recommend this enough.
Date published: 2016-02-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
James C from
Best Blender we have ever owned
We have had it for about 4 months now and can not imagine how we would ever get along without one. Almost frighteningly powerfull. Blends any food you can put in it. Fun to use. Purchased the mini twister jar to grind almonds and pecans for low carb pie crusts. You need one you just dont know it yet!
Date published: 2015-07-02
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Margo from
Quality downhill
Loved our first Blendtec but motor began overheating after the first 9 months. Our replacement model has an annoying cheap Blendtec label on it that pops out just enough to dribble food inside the unit. The prior better are unit was a solid piece behind the label. My daughter is having same issue. Guess we'll both upgrade to. Vitamix if we have further issues.
Date published: 2015-10-17
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Blendin from
Super powerful
Who knew this is how blenders were supposed too work? It's extremely powerful and has no problem crushing ice and plenty of frozen fruit. My only complaint is if the plastic center part of the lid is dirty at all, specifically when making two different smoothies in a row, the middle part had popped off twice causing the ingredients to fly ALL over the kitchen.
Date published: 2015-05-27
Rated 4 out of
5
by
StevenB from
Nice pre-programmed features
Have used Vitamix 6300, I find the Blendtec 575 to be a nice overall machine. The Four-Side jar is easier to clean than the multi-sided jar on the 6300. The 8-year warranty is a nice feature. Purchased at Bed Bath and Beyond, I believe when this unit first came out, it did not come with instructions on the control panel button operations - found the info needed by doing an internet search (no available instructions on Blendec site).
Date published: 2014-07-12
Rated 5 out of
5
by
workout beast from
best value on the market
I researched blentec and vitamix to death. Comparing everything, they are both amazing but blentec is simply hands down the most convenient with preprogrammed cycles. One touch button and its done, vitamix u have adjust each high speed level. The noise isnt as loud as people are complaing about, it is loud but its got a massive motor!!!! Plus cost is alot better with warranty.
I wish the company came up with recipes geared towards workout fanatics like myself. Im bragging so much about the blender to my friends they think i secretly work for the company. Best investmest for yourself
Date published: 2014-11-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Christineka from
Great replacement part. It functions just like the original. The price is very reasonable.
Date published: 2016-03-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
7418Susan from
Fit perfectly
I have a mill from when it was K- tec in the 90’s and this replacement fit perfectly. My old on got brittle with age and wouldn’t stay attached. I bought the F filter while I was at it- it’s all like new. Communicated shipping confirmation. Thank you!
Date published: 2018-06-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Paulllllllllllllllll from
Exactly what I need
We bought our Blendtec grinder years ago. Finally, the "ear" on the cup broke off. For a few bucks, Blendtec got us a replacement quickly. Works great! Thanks, Blendtec, for staying with a good thing.
Date published: 2017-03-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lhorrocks from
Easier than the collapsing cup from years ago.
I find this replacement cup a lot easier to work with than the old collapsible cups that cake with my wheat grinder from years ago. It's nice to still get replacement parts.
Date published: 2019-01-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Zxootoo from
Perfect Fit, Perfect Price
I had the old version made by K-Tec, and old cup got brittle and wouldn't stay in place. New one fits snug and snapped in place. I am very happy with this purchase!!
Date published: 2017-08-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Trmaster from
Very glad for the new cup
My mom loves her flour mill but was in desperate need of a new cyclone cup. Very happy with the replacement.
Date published: 2019-01-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Signaltoad from
did the trick
I am happy with it, and it fit my old mill perfectly
Date published: 2017-02-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
debc from
Love it!
I got mine just a month ago & have used it to make whole juices & smoothies. While it's a lil noisier than expected, I LOVE the power it has. Only one problem; my husband bought whole bean coffee today & forgot to have it ground, but he looked up blendtec & said, "hey, we can do it in the blender!" So we did. The ground coffee came out great, but unfortunately, even after just 5 seconds, it scarred the jar, so now it's cloudy at the bottom. I guess that's to be expected because it's plastic, but I wish there had been a warning. I'm sure it won't affect the performance, I just liked it to look clean, since it sits out on the counter. Still love the blender, though!
Date published: 2014-05-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
jhomrich from
3 years and 500+ uses and still going strong
I bought this blender in 2011, and as of 2 weeks ago I hit my 500th cycle, and it still performs like it did when I first got it. I have made many things with it from smoothies to dips and shakes it performs flawlessly and gives restaurant quality each time. I must also add that it has also outlived 3 blenders I had prior to this one. Once you get over the initial sticker shock and use it, you will see it is totally worth what you pay for it. If you're looking for something for the long haul and will perform better then anything out there look no further then Blendtec.
Date published: 2014-09-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
crashpad from
Amazon, easy to use, love it!
My mom bought this about nine months ago and hasn't really used it ever because she says you have to buy food that you usually don't have around the house. I wanted to prove her wrong and so I've been borrowing it, using it the last week. So far, I've made, all from food I had or wasn't too much out of ordinary from what I buy: Orange/Apple smoothie, Orange/Strawberry/Banana smoothie, Carrot/Lemon juice, Green Flaxy (spinach, pineapple, banana, flaxseed, ice). I plan on keeping it and then making juice/smoothies to start and bring them up to her and my dad's house so they drink their daily vegetables and fruits.
I have a 25+ year old VitaMix, which still works, but the Blendtec is soooo much easier to use, clean, and store. Once my mom begins tasting how great everything is, I'll be buying my own unit to replace the one I'm borrowing
Date published: 2014-05-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
TBabe from
My Favorite Blender!
I have used my Total Blender Classic for about 5 years now with absolutely zero problems and over 2000 blends. It has all the features for an outstanding price! I always recommend this model for anyone looking to get the most bang for their buck. Super powerful, easy to use, easy to clean. Really couldn't be happier!
Date published: 2014-05-14
Rated 4 out of
5
by
spacebetweensound from
Works well!!!
I first saw this at Costco with my mom and she immediately wanted it. I decided to get it for her as an early Xmas present. We have only used this machine to make ice cream and it worked well. The ingredients didn't really go down--stick to the lower part of the blending jar---like Blendtec advertises and once the ice cream piled up at the bottom below the blade it was hard to blend the upper ice and fruit. I hope this issue only happens with the wild side jar. I may get the square jar and decide to use the blender for other things once the holiday hustle has passed. This is a durable product so I'll give it four stars.
Date published: 2014-12-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
David from
Great product
I never though I would spend this much on a blender some the best money I have spent. It works great and is very easy to clean which is a big plus, have had it about 10 days and still learning how to use it. A little noisy but I can live with that , it works fast and does what is supposed to do.
Date published: 2014-06-20
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Kabs from
Great smoothies, but surprisingly noisy
I'm very happy with the quality of smoothies. However, this blender is extremely loud - more noisy than anything I've seen before. Also it leaves stains on a white surface because it has a black base.
Date published: 2014-06-23
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Spamone from
Almost perfect
First review I've ever written.. This blender is amazing. However,.. water will leak out of it.. so you MUST clean it and pour water out.. NEVER let water stand in it (clean it right after using it!). Also, if it is on the base while water is in it, the water will leak down through the base. When this happened to us, I called and they sent me a new base (how was I to know that the thing was not 'water tight'?) just in case the water damaged something in there.. and then they coached me on NOT letting water stand in it..
So, 2000 uses later (averaging 2 cycles per day for almost 3 years), and still with the original cannister (that water ran through) the seal in the cannister goes bad - the noise changed - which warned me. I'm literally eating black rubber in my smoothie,.. Again, I call Blendtec and the are sending me a new cannister.. and again they coached me on maintenance,.. saying that I should manually spin the blade before loading with food, to get the oil flowing.. and also to NOT push down on top of the blender while it's blending - which i had done a few times to stabilize. I might add.. never let water stand in there which no doubt runs through the cannister and out the bottom..and takes some of the 'lube' with it..
Having said all that.. Great customer service, incredibly easy to use and clean.. and if you load it correctly, it works perfectly EVERY time. I could not be happier.. Whether soup or smoothie or ice creamm.. this thing is worth every penny!!! and did I mention that it is the easiest food processor / blender to clean in the world! ?
Date published: 2014-08-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Elenita from
Great item to have.
I got this spoonula a few weeks ago, and I was greatly surprise of its ergonomically shape and how easy can be handled. I feel it as an extension of my own hand. It does a very good job pulling, spooning everything out of any dish, whatever the dish shape might be. I had already a good collection of spatulas, but this spoonula is the only one I use now for everything. Everybody needs to have one (or two), it will be the only "spatula" one would ever need. It works wonderfully.
Date published: 2017-02-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ladybug328 from
Love the long handle
I personally think that if you own a blender, you should own a "Spoonula" or "Spectacula". They help, with ease, get everything out with a quick swipe of the spatula. It's sturdy and very attractive looking. I love that it's so easy I can hold the jar with one hand and scoop out every last bit of whatever I've blended with the other hand. Very convenient!
Date published: 2014-11-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
naneki from
Great spatula
I got this a while back and I love it. Very flexible yet sturdy.
Date published: 2014-06-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
aguppie from
My favorite spatula
This is my favorite spatula. It is a nice combination of spatula and spoon. It looks nice and works great.
Date published: 2014-06-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
CMPuma from
No More Waste!
This spoonula allows you to get all of the food out of the blender instead of wasting some of it! It doesn't scratch the blender itself and washes up very easily. I would highly recommend this product.
Date published: 2016-12-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
PDPatel from
Perfect Fit!
The spoonula was the second best purchase we made after the Blendtec 725, it's shaped perfectly to work with the Wildside Jar and has a longer than average handle. Love it!
Date published: 2015-10-21
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lkwhiteman from
Works
I have only used it once so not sure yet.
I like that the handle is plastic and not wooden
Date published: 2016-04-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Debbiet from
Spoonula
Great for getting the last little bit of cake batter from the bowl when making cupcakes.
Date published: 2016-05-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
PghPammy from
Perfect tool for getting under the blade
I have other silicon spatulas but this one is better! It really reaches everywhere and the ergonomic handle is fantastic! I just wish I had the option to trade one of mine - I have both the mini & reg Twister and each came with one - for a spoonful a.
Date published: 2015-03-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
chefkmc from
Love love love
I purchased a blendtec blender for home use nearly 3 years ago. It was the first time I had used blendtec over vitamix. My machine came with the twister jar, and the spectacula. I am thrilled with the clever design and the way the spectacula actually assists in minimizing food waste.The machine has more power allows for more finesse of use, and the pitcher is a chef's dream come true, in that you don't have to spend several minutes scraping out food.
Date published: 2017-12-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
supernovia from
Best spatula, but does not last as long as blender
I got one of these roughly six years ago. I used it so much (daily at least) I decided to get another so I'd always have one, even if the other was in the dishwasher. One of them broke after about four years, but that's not bad for a spatula, especially one that I use so often. The other is still holding up like a champ. I also use these for stirring foods in my non-stick pans, and the built-in spoon rest is super handy for keeping things clean.
Date published: 2017-12-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
jgraham from
Spectacula
Replaced all my old spatulas with these. Both the handle and blade are sturdy. Great for scraping down the sides of any container.
Date published: 2017-07-10
Rated 4 out of
5
by
tootie2 from
Not for lefties
I am left handed and have a hard time using this. the blade is going the wrong way for lefties.
Date published: 2015-05-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Paleofemme from
Perfect shape and size
Perfect to get all the yumminess out of any of the blendtec jars! I have two of them so one is always available (may need one more!)
Date published: 2017-09-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
PjinMT from
Perfect scraper
This in the second spectacula I have bought. I love this tool. It does a great job cleaning the sides of both of my pitchers. It is very durable and well made. I find myself using it in bowls also! I am only replacing my old one due to the fact that it fell unknown to me in the dishwasher and melted on the heating element :( other than that I had it for 2 years. Works like a charm! Give it a try a great investment
Date published: 2018-08-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
YMPH from
Spectacula is a Great Product!
I have had my blentec for a number of years but started using the Spectacula a couple of years ago. It makes it so easy to maximize my yield using the blender. I like it so much that I purchased four Spectaculas to give as gifts this Christmas. Spectacula is my favorite spatula!
Date published: 2019-01-16