1. Before scouring the web for the highest tech device you can find, it
is important to know how much you are willing to spend. Some blenders
and/or smoothie makers are less than 100 dollars, while some, like the
Tom Dickson Extreme Blender, cost more over 1,000 dollars.
Nobody needs to spend that much on a blender, but the saying “You get what you pay for” does ring true.
2. Finding the right blender is kind of like buying a muscle car. The most important thing to look for is raw power. This might be upsetting to hear if you were hoping your Magic Bullet would do the job. If you want a sub-par smoothie, buy a sub-par blender.
Thick SmoothieIf you want a smoothie that is actually smooth, there are some great products out there. A blender with 2 HP is going to completely pulverize fruit and vegetables, while something with 600 watts or less will do a mediocre job at best.
3. Are you making smoothies for you and your family, or a business? If this is for your family, a basic model of a high-end brand is acceptable, as is a high-end model of a mid-range brand.
If this is for your business, you absolutely must buy a high-end brand with a good reputation, ranging from the basic to the premium model.
It’s worth researching what separates the basic and premium models. If you’re company can afford it, it’s a great idea to buy a few blender jars so you can swap one out while the other is being cleaned.
4. How often are you going to be making smoothies. If you’ll be making them every single day, it makes sense to get a good machine. If you want the best smoothie possible, it is worth investing in a Vitamix or Blendtec brand blender.
Both have basic models which start at around 400 dollars. If it’s something you’ll be using only once, you’re better off buying a basic KitchenAid blender.
Delicious Raspberry Smoothie5. What kind of ingredients will you be using? If you plan on blending softer things like bananas, strawberries, and spinach, you can get away with not much pulp, even on the lower-powered blenders. But if you’re going to be blending carrots, kale, and other pulp-y fruits/veggies, your little Oster Beehive will have to sit this one out.
6. The blades are also an important factor, or at least it can be in certain circumstances. For example, a blender with a lower power engine but large twin blades is going to do a better job than a blender with a slightly more powerful engine but tiny little blades.
The Ninja series of blenders is a great example of this. Even their lower-end models perform better than average due to their impressive blades.
7. Are you willing to put work “over-time”? What this means is, are you willing to cut your fruits and vegetables into smaller pieces if your blender can’t handle full-size pieces. Also, are you willing to start the blender, move things around and start over until it is blended well? If the answer to both of these is yes, you won’t have to spend as much.
An Oster blender with a fusion blade will fit your needs, as will a Ninja blender in the 100 dollar range.
8. How much time do you want to spend cleaning it? If you’ve ever used a blender before, you’ve probably noticed it’s a bit of a chore to clean these guys. Many devices require two or three steps just to take them apart.
As counter-intuitive as it seems, the easiest blenders to clean are the ones that can be taken apart into several pieces. The reason for this is that, if you have to reach around a blade from an awkward angle, it is both dangerous and ineffective. Its best to check out the blender in a store if you’re having a hard time deciding if you are willing to wash it regularly.
9. How long do you want this thing to last? Build quality is an important thing to look at. If you’re prepared to invest some money into a machine, it’s worth checking out what kind of warranty the manufacturer provides. It’s also worth researching the reliability of different brands.
A general rule with blenders is that the lower the watts, the more likely the chance of motor failure. If you’ve ever been a little too ambitious with the amount of ice you put in your blender, you’ll know what I mean.
10. Will you be using it for other things? If the answer is yes, you’ll want to see what other attachments it has. Oster and Hamilton Beach products often include different types of attachments for various needs.
If you’re going to be using a higher-end blender, you probably won’t need any attachments. If you’re truly worried about mucking up your shiny new Vitamix, you might want to buy a cheap little thing for your smaller projects.
These awesome tips were original posted at: http://www.mainstreetclinton.com/awesome-tips/
Nobody needs to spend that much on a blender, but the saying “You get what you pay for” does ring true.
2. Finding the right blender is kind of like buying a muscle car. The most important thing to look for is raw power. This might be upsetting to hear if you were hoping your Magic Bullet would do the job. If you want a sub-par smoothie, buy a sub-par blender.
Thick SmoothieIf you want a smoothie that is actually smooth, there are some great products out there. A blender with 2 HP is going to completely pulverize fruit and vegetables, while something with 600 watts or less will do a mediocre job at best.
3. Are you making smoothies for you and your family, or a business? If this is for your family, a basic model of a high-end brand is acceptable, as is a high-end model of a mid-range brand.
If this is for your business, you absolutely must buy a high-end brand with a good reputation, ranging from the basic to the premium model.
It’s worth researching what separates the basic and premium models. If you’re company can afford it, it’s a great idea to buy a few blender jars so you can swap one out while the other is being cleaned.
4. How often are you going to be making smoothies. If you’ll be making them every single day, it makes sense to get a good machine. If you want the best smoothie possible, it is worth investing in a Vitamix or Blendtec brand blender.
Both have basic models which start at around 400 dollars. If it’s something you’ll be using only once, you’re better off buying a basic KitchenAid blender.
Delicious Raspberry Smoothie5. What kind of ingredients will you be using? If you plan on blending softer things like bananas, strawberries, and spinach, you can get away with not much pulp, even on the lower-powered blenders. But if you’re going to be blending carrots, kale, and other pulp-y fruits/veggies, your little Oster Beehive will have to sit this one out.
6. The blades are also an important factor, or at least it can be in certain circumstances. For example, a blender with a lower power engine but large twin blades is going to do a better job than a blender with a slightly more powerful engine but tiny little blades.
The Ninja series of blenders is a great example of this. Even their lower-end models perform better than average due to their impressive blades.
7. Are you willing to put work “over-time”? What this means is, are you willing to cut your fruits and vegetables into smaller pieces if your blender can’t handle full-size pieces. Also, are you willing to start the blender, move things around and start over until it is blended well? If the answer to both of these is yes, you won’t have to spend as much.
An Oster blender with a fusion blade will fit your needs, as will a Ninja blender in the 100 dollar range.
8. How much time do you want to spend cleaning it? If you’ve ever used a blender before, you’ve probably noticed it’s a bit of a chore to clean these guys. Many devices require two or three steps just to take them apart.
As counter-intuitive as it seems, the easiest blenders to clean are the ones that can be taken apart into several pieces. The reason for this is that, if you have to reach around a blade from an awkward angle, it is both dangerous and ineffective. Its best to check out the blender in a store if you’re having a hard time deciding if you are willing to wash it regularly.
9. How long do you want this thing to last? Build quality is an important thing to look at. If you’re prepared to invest some money into a machine, it’s worth checking out what kind of warranty the manufacturer provides. It’s also worth researching the reliability of different brands.
A general rule with blenders is that the lower the watts, the more likely the chance of motor failure. If you’ve ever been a little too ambitious with the amount of ice you put in your blender, you’ll know what I mean.
10. Will you be using it for other things? If the answer is yes, you’ll want to see what other attachments it has. Oster and Hamilton Beach products often include different types of attachments for various needs.
If you’re going to be using a higher-end blender, you probably won’t need any attachments. If you’re truly worried about mucking up your shiny new Vitamix, you might want to buy a cheap little thing for your smaller projects.
These awesome tips were original posted at: http://www.mainstreetclinton.com/awesome-tips/
