Title: Sadly Unsuited for Smoothies
Product review: Although this blender came highly recommended by Consumer Reports, I have been very disappointed by this unit's lack of durability, after giving it more than a fair chance: I have owned a total of 3 of these blenders (2 with the food processor attachment, one without). Two of the units were store bought and one was a factory replacement. I have used the machine to make smoothies 2-6 times a week and to accasionally puree soup. The motor failed on two of the units and the black plastic rotor on the base of the glass jar disintegrated on the third unit within 1-2 years of moderate use. If making smoothies is something you enjoy, then this is probably not a blender you should consider.
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