Read First Before Buy Hamilton Beach 51101R Single Serve Blender
I was looking for an inexpensive small personal blender that was powerful, easy to use, and could blend a perfect smoothie. I did a lot of research and looked into about a dozen other brands including the famed "Magic Bullet". What I found out was that not all personal blenders are made equal. The "Magic Bullet" didn't get very good reviews even though it is by far the most popular. After all my intense research, I settled on this one... The Hamilton Beach Single Serve Blender. Here's the scoop on what makes this surprising blender the "cream of the crop" :)
Pros:
-Simple and easy to use
-Easy to Clean
-Powerful enough to chop frozen fruits (and probably ice too)
-Pulse button allows you more control because you can start or stop it.
-Seems very sturdy and only has 3 parts to it. (lid, glass, and base)
-This thing is freaking cheap... got mine for $15.
-Blends Smoothies perfectly with no unchopped pieces of fruit.
-Power cord can be tucked in and wrapped around bottom of base for storage.
Cons:
-Emits a slight 'burnt oil' odor while it is in operation... but it's not as bad as it sounds.
-The Lid seems kind of flimsy.
Conclusion:
At $15 this little blender is not only a bargain, it gets the job done and does it well! In fact, it works just as well as my friend's personal blender which costs more than twice the amount I spent on this one. The elegance and simplicity of the design is also to be admired. The plastic blending container also doubles as a travel mug and the Lid to it doubles as a sipping lid when used as a travel mug. It's a nice surprise to see a product in which you can see that they put a lot of thought into it's design. It's positive aspects greatly outshine the few negatives... especially when considering the price. So if you need an amazing blender but you're on a budget, pick this one up and never look back! By the way, this thing is also available elsewhere... like "Wally World" and "Target" ...and at the same low price :)
I got exactly what I was looking for with this blender. I use it for smoothies, usually just fruit and juice, sometimes a little yogurt, and it's so easy and does a great job. Make sure to wash right after use, as the blade does not detach and if the stuff dries down there it's a pain in the butt to clean it. Very happy with this product!!
BalasHapusI was looking for an inexpensive small personal blender that was powerful, easy to use, and could blend a perfect smoothie. I did a lot of research and looked into about a dozen other brands including the famed "Magic Bullet". What I found out was that not all personal blenders are made equal. The "Magic Bullet" didn't get very good reviews even though it is by far the most popular. After all my intense research, I settled on this one... The Hamilton Beach Single Serve Blender. Here's the scoop on what makes this surprising blender the "cream of the crop" :)
BalasHapusPros:
-Simple and easy to use
-Easy to Clean
-Powerful enough to chop frozen fruits (and probably ice too)
-Pulse button allows you more control because you can start or stop it.
-Seems very sturdy and only has 3 parts to it. (lid, glass, and base)
-This thing is freaking cheap... got mine for $15.
-Blends Smoothies perfectly with no unchopped pieces of fruit.
-Power cord can be tucked in and wrapped around bottom of base for storage.
Cons:
-Emits a slight 'burnt oil' odor while it is in operation... but it's not as bad as it sounds.
-The Lid seems kind of flimsy.
Conclusion:
At $15 this little blender is not only a bargain, it gets the job done and does it well! In fact, it works just as well as my friend's personal blender which costs more than twice the amount I spent on this one. The elegance and simplicity of the design is also to be admired. The plastic blending container also doubles as a travel mug and the Lid to it doubles as a sipping lid when used as a travel mug. It's a nice surprise to see a product in which you can see that they put a lot of thought into it's design. It's positive aspects greatly outshine the few negatives... especially when considering the price. So if you need an amazing blender but you're on a budget, pick this one up and never look back! By the way, this thing is also available elsewhere... like "Wally World" and "Target" ...and at the same low price :)
I've had this Blender for Over two years and Its been a Gem.
BalasHapusCleans easily. Grates and chops the veggies and Fruits I add to my smoothies. I've even used it to mix a cake when my hand mixer broke, although a bit messy it was a big help. For the same regular price I've paid for this item I've seen similar items (On Sale) with more attachments.
I love this little blender! Clean up is easy and it makes a great morning smoothie. So glad I purchased this -- fits nicely on the counter and takes up little room. Very very happy with this investment!
BalasHapusThis blender is terrific. I like my smoothie in the morning and I have no trouble blending in the frozen fruit I like to add to the milk or yogurt. Sooooo much better than the last blender I bought. Great purchase.
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BalasHapusI ordered two of these, one for work and one for home. My friends at work were skeptical, but now they bring fruit and yogurt and use it to make their own smoothies.
BalasHapusIt is small, easy to clean and powerful.
I bought this to make smoothies for my diet. The noise is extremely low that even my dog was not bothered by it. Also, it is very portable and the cord wraps around the bottom of the unit. I love it and may consider getting a second one!
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BalasHapusA perfect little blender!, August 29, 2008
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BalasHapusHelping Mom to downsize and came across this little red blender. Thought I'd bring it home and give it a try but felt certain I would not like it. I assumed it would be super noisy like most small appliances are. But it is NOT noisy and dang it does an excellent job of blending stuff. I love it!! Easy to clean too. Mine does not appear to have the "drink from" lid though so maybe that feature came on later models. Same model number though.
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