This thing seems to retail for about $300, but it's been trickling down over time. Comparable to a Vitamix/Blendtec but obviously absurdly cheap. Also made in the USA:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SZ9347H?th=1
Toggle switch version also available for about $45 here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T2BM54Z?th=1
And variable speed (non-touch screen) is about $68 here, still a good deal:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T2BM54Z?th=1
These will go quickly and the prices will jump once a couple get bought. You can always send it back as needed if it sucks.
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As a rule of thumb, unless the product is from a known brand, I look at the 2-4 star reviews for more unbiased opinions on a product. These days I take 5 star reviews with a grain of salt.
From their FAQ:
"CAN I BUY SPARE PARTS?
We do not sell spare parts. If your unit is under warranty we offer a variety of replacement parts free of charge. Please contact our customer service team at: 1 566 832 4843 or [email protected]"
So that's kind of weird (no parts available), but again, two year warranty. It can be returned if it isn't what they say it is. There's not much risk here for a blender under $40. If it is as good as I suspect I'll probably buy a backup. I'm getting mine tomorrow so I'll update this post after checking it out.
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Just received it an tested it out. First impressions: It's big. The base is all plastic which is probably why it's so loud. Did I mention it was loud...jet engine loud, but it is also very powerful. The drive coupling is metal and the pitcher attaches smoothly. The pitcher appears pretty sturdy to me, no worries there. I like how solidly the pitcher rests on the base.
I bought the cheaper one called the "Precision Touch" because it was the cheapest. The touch controls are fairly decent, but you can't start at a specific variable setting you have to ramp it up one step at a time. You have to hit the plus button 9 more times if you want setting 10. It's kind of wonky having to hit the button so many times, especially when they make a model with a knob which would be much quicker. That one is $20 more though.
If you want the highest setting just select Ice Crush, Smoothie, or Pulse (or Clean for that matter). All of those choices appear to be at the highest setting. I have no doubt it will make quick work of making a pitcher of margaritas and I think this blender will excel at making smooth salsas. They say it doesn't make hot soups which is fine with me. I can't imagine running this thing for 10 minutes.
Make sure you have the lid on firmly as this thing launches liquid violently towards the top. Just to test the basic blending action I filled it with water about a third of the way and hit the "smoothie" button. Water was forced against the lid immediately and continuously. Very powerful blending action. It has rubber feet and stays put when blending but it did shake a bit when the water was jumping around. I'll probably hold it by the top when blending just to keep it more stable.
The touch screen is pretty intuitive. I did notice a strong electrical smell when in was running. I don't know if that's just the motor breaking in or what. For the record, it's made in China, not the U.S. This is not a commercial quality or rated blender (ETL household use only, 1600w 14.5 amps). It does have some good design elements they seem to have borrowed from Blendtec, but it's far from a true commercial blender. I think it would make a great smoothie blender if you can take the noise. It's a keeper for me at $40.