!9# How to Buy a Blender: Important Features to Look For

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Blender Features: What To Look For

I'm not much of a "Betty Crocker" type, so when it comes time to buy new kitchen appliances, I feel like a fish out of water. I usually end up spending hours online looking at product specs only to have to look up what parts of those mean and how important they are. I hate that. Shopping for a new blender is no different. There are so many of them out there that a person could easily get lost in the mix. So to simplify it a little bit, I've put together a list of important features you should look for in a blender.

Easy To Clean

Ease of cleanup is a BIG thing I look for. Not all blender containers are dishwasher safe. I'm fine with that, as long as that doesn't mean they are difficult to wash. Many of them advertise that you can just put hot water in the jug with a little soap, put the lid on and turn it all. Cleanup complete. That doesn't sound too bad. I think I can handle that.

Power

I've read several articles that mention the power of the blender. The more power the blender has, the more easily it can make your smoothies, the more smooth they will be, etc. I recommend finding a blender that has at least 900 watts. You may not think you need that much power, but I promise you won't regret it.

Quality

You want to find a blender feels well made and of a high quality. Sure, we can go get one off any chain store for probably less than , but will it last? Will it hold up to what you need it to do? Do you want to replace it every year (if not more)? I'd rather spend extra money and buy a blender that I feel like is high quality and can take my high use demands.

A high quality blender should feel well put together, and feel strong. One of the best blenders I've come across is the Vitamix 1700 Turbo Blend 4500. Many of the reviews that I came across in my research were very complimentary of the quality of the Vitamix blender.

Locking Lid

I REALLY like the locking lids. I have to admit, I've turned a blender on and made a huge mess when the lid flew off. Since then, I'm a fan of the locking lids.

Jug Size

Make sure that whatever blender you end up purchasing comes with a jug that is more than what you will need. You'll regret it if you don't. If you get one that you think is just the right size, it will almost always end up being too small at some point. Go for the bigger jug. Better safe than sorry!