blenders: Has anyone used a hbb 250 or a waring 160 or 180 blender?
360510
Yes, I've had the 180 for about 7yrs. It's a stout unit. BUT, it's incredibly noisy and the clutch (gear on base unit) lasts about 2yrs. I make smoothies 3-4 times per week with fresh and/or frozen fruit. That's all the use this thing gets. To me, it seems like something is not right to make it this noisy and the clutch wear fail like it does. The clutch just went out last week again. So I'm looking for a new blender at this point :-( Too bad because this feels like it should be a lifetime machine.
1845261
Honestly, I would say avoid this blender for smoothies. Mine burned up on Kale. Take the plunge and buy a Ninja. If I had done so, I would've paid only 100$ instead of 150$ (50 for this blender and 100 for the Ninja.).
1545855
Heck No! I've used the Oster and I've used the Tribest, the Tribest wins hands down. It's not just about motor power but also about the blades and the way the cups are designed. The tribest is just a better blender.
295145
I have only had mine a couple of months and so far am very pleased with it. I also have the small Ninja chopper and have used it consistently for two years so I do think the blender should equal the performance of that and more.
2161065
I buyed to KitchenAid KHB300OB Hand Blender... I don´t know if does fit in others model. I hope my answer will help
647793
I had an Oster blender that lasted a few years (only 2 because it was dropped and broken) but it made smoothies like a dream. Also, blended up flax seeds/dry rice/oats/etc. to make various flours within a minute. I got a Ninja Professional BL500 and was sorely disappointed as, like the other reviewer said, the smoothies were chunky and gross. Also, with the 6-blade thing its hard to fit anything in it to blend! My husband is currently returning it and I am looking for another lower-than-Blendtec or VitaMix-priced blender. Tempted to try Kitchenaid or Oster this time...hmm...
861618
Frosty, I no longer have my owner manual. I have the Waring Pro version and though I can't answer your watt inquiry I can tell you it is the only blender I will ever recommend. Though its size is small (i.e. soups & general food mixing) don't let its size fool you. This blender is the same one you see behind almost any bar in North America, (in fact its UL certificate states that it is intended for both Home and Commercial use). It whips up a fruit smoothie as easily as a blended to perfection margarita. You won't be disappointed.
1034671
This engine is strong. I'm using it every day to make fruit smoothies, puddings with chia/flax seeds/bee pollen etc. as well as tomato soup for example, vegan massed potatoes... and it brakes the chunks down into a smooth very nice consistency. I would alway recommend Waring over any other blender. The price is fantastic. I currently live in DE and the cost of this blender is circa 850 Euros!!! Should you decide to purchase it, I hope you enjoy your amazing meals :)
449020
not sure, a high power blender tends to do that best. I will check with my wife and see?
1524416
No but, Hamilton Beach should be the one handling the warrantee. I would contact them, as long as your year is not up. I had one of their blenders I had an issue with and they sent a replacement part, with no problem. We actually look for their brand of products because all of the HB products we've tried have been top knotch.
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Hi Lois. As you can see, I purchased the Ninja Master Prep Pro. It came with a large blender and 2 smaller blenders. I use one of the 2 smaller blender sizes about 98% of the time as they are a very good size for blending and chopping. The Ninja is awesome for making "snow" for drinks and snowcones. Just fill the container with ice, then 'pulse' the top blender button. Pulse for a second or two then stop. Repeat over and over again until the ice gets to the consistency you desire. I also make 'icecream' in the smaller size blender, as it is the perfect size for 2-3 people. I cut up bananas, strawberries, peaches, blue berries, etc and place in the freezer. Then I take out whatever size portion I think I need, add a small amount of 1% milk then 'pulse' until the contents turn to icecream. This is a low fat and delicious treat. Only takes about 60 seconds to blend, and then another 60 seconds to clean the blender and cutting blades. Vegetables, gotta be mor cautious when using the 'pulse' because the ultra-sharp blades will pulverize the veggies and seeds VERY fast if you don't watch what you're doing. Salsa is quick and easy, just let the blades do the chopping and blending. I have been extremely satisfied with this machine. I just don't use the large pitcher/blender part that much. The ideal set-up for purchase would be : 1 large pitcher/blender, 1 smaller pitcher/blender, and 1 "bullet shape/sized blender for individual smoothie making. THAT would be the PERFECT set-up. All-in-all, LOVE my Ninja. No problems what so ever. Easy to clean. Doesn't take up much room either. Oh, just be warned that when crushing ice, it can/will be noisy. Minor detail really. Enjoy it.I do.
1045755
Yes it works find. I also suggest getting the Replacement 77666 Blender Blade Cutter. These blades do a much better job then the regular blades that come with this blender. I use my BL2500s for smoothies and making raw milk. With these new blades frozen fruit is a snap on pulse for about three counts and then you can just blend away. Hope this helps sorry it took soo long to respond.
1675749
I have a 30 year old blender and just got a new one last year. Bases are the same.
1184217
The 180 has 2 nozzles. The 120 just has one. I think I'd go with the 180. It doesn't cost much more.
2118927
I have the Waring 51BL26 blender and it fits that one. So I would assume it would also fit the 25.
2088811
NO! I bought a Magic Bullet blender that was supposed to be 'new' and it malfunctioned a month after I got it...return policy is only one month so now I'm stuck with a 17 blender set that doesn't fit anything else.
2109894
I bought mine from Eta Tech and I have no complaints, they processed my order and shipped it and i got in good time. The blenders are small but work really well. I have no complaints.