A reader emailed today asking me about blenders. This is the one I use for all blending, pureeing and mixing--from soups and sauces, to smoothies for the kids to vinaigrettes.

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Product Description

Waring, one of the most respected brands in commercial blending, brings its expertise to your kitchen with this commercial quality Food & Beverage Blender. A rich metal finish houses a commercial grade motor that's powerful enough to crush ice like the pros. Simple 2-speed operation provides effortless blending, puréeing, chopping and liquefying capabilities. After over 60 years of blending, they deliver the performance you require in your home.

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Product Details

• Color: Stainless Steel
• Brand: Waring
• Model: MBB518

Features

• 390 watt commercial motor
• heavy duty metal base w/plated finish
• 2-speed operation
• crushes ice on hi or lo
• 40 oz glass carafe, self-cleaning stainless steel blade assembly

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Customer Reviews

When it comes to blending...
We purchased this blender to make fruit smoothies primarily and it hasn't disappointed. It isn't too loud (but it is loud) and the simple toggle switch is a welcome change from blenders with so many speed selections.

The only downside is the pitcher does not seem to be dishwasher safe. I'm happy with this purchase and would buy it again.

Someone should be fired for this one, and their house burned down for good measure.
This is an expensive blender, and that's fine. But I was a fool for buying it. The seal between the base of the jar and the blade assembly leaks like nothing I've ever seen, and has since its second(!) use. On the third use, the blade assembly broke apart like it was made of graham crackers. According to Waring, neither the broken blades not the leaking assembly are covered by the warranty, despite the blender being less than thirty days old.

I don't put blenders through a lot -- all I ever did with my Waring Pro was make hummus. Since the broken blade ruined batch #3, I figure my hummus has cost me about $70 a pint.

So I'm never getting another Waring, and I can't in good conscience recommend the brand. Heed the reviews. Don't waste your money.

Best Blender Ever
This is by far the best blender out on the market. Perfect for making margarita's and fruit smothies. Very good quality and easy to clean. Seems like it will last for years.