I love how pretty this blender is. It goes so well with my kitchen aesthetic. It’s a pretty good blender, but not the best. The blades are sharp and it’s durable. It’s also easy to blend a number of different things, such a smoothies, soups, purées, cold drinks etc. It’s not the most noisy blender, but also not the most powerful.... Show more
atiya.b
originally posted on influenster.com
1. This blender is as loud as it is powerful. Of course you won't have to run it very long to get your desired results. Definitely worth the trade off of noise to power in my opinion but still a consideration depending on your living situation.2. Make sure you leave the lid on while pouring/open the pouring tab to serve. The blade isn't locked in place and will come out easily if the lid is off. This is by design and very convenient for cleaning. Alternatively if you must remove the lid for some reason, gently remove the blade by hand before pouring.3. The container/blade/lid are all dishwasher safe, but according to the manual the blade and lid need to go in the top rack. My dishwasher test was based on this and it came out just fine.Would definitely recommend this ... More1. This blender is as loud as it is powerful. Of course you won't have to run it very long to get your desired results. Definitely worth the trade off of noise to power in my opinion but still a consideration depending on your living situation.2. Make sure you leave the lid on while pouring/open the pouring tab to serve. The blade isn't locked in place and will come out easily if the lid is off. This is by design and very convenient for cleaning. Alternatively if you must remove the lid for some reason, gently remove the blade by hand before pouring.3. The container/blade/lid are all dishwasher safe, but according to the manual the blade and lid need to go in the top rack. My dishwasher test was based on this and it came out just fine.Would definitely recommend this if you're looking for an upgrade from cheaper models.... Show more
nino.k
originally posted on influenster.com
As a mom, I love my Smeg Blender in pastel blue! It's not just gorgeous (adds a pop of color to my counter!), it's powerful with four speeds and tackles anything from smoothies to baby food. Plus, it's easy to clean and safe with a soft-start function. Sure, it's pricier, but it's a worthwhile investment for a busy mom like me.... Show more
trang.n
originally posted on influenster.com
I bought this with lot of expectations as my kenwood blender died out Did a lot of study between kitchen aid and Smeg and went for Smeg seeing its features but was really disappointed. The normal dough making the small dry dough stays at the bottom even till the end. The spool it not able to reach or mix it always have to mix it manually. Poor bowel design. Also the steel bowel is not of good high quality compared to its price tag It looks very light weight and inner lining is not smooth as if of Kmart quality Within 2 months of used now the bowel locks out of its base while making dough as the groove is. Very shallow comparatively to hold it suggesting poor design again How Smeg got five star is just for looks. Need to really think if you want to make products to ... MoreI bought this with lot of expectations as my kenwood blender died out Did a lot of study between kitchen aid and Smeg and went for Smeg seeing its features but was really disappointed. The normal dough making the small dry dough stays at the bottom even till the end. The spool it not able to reach or mix it always have to mix it manually. Poor bowel design. Also the steel bowel is not of good high quality compared to its price tag It looks very light weight and inner lining is not smooth as if of Kmart quality Within 2 months of used now the bowel locks out of its base while making dough as the groove is. Very shallow comparatively to hold it suggesting poor design again How Smeg got five star is just for looks. Need to really think if you want to make products to stay in market or else so high priced cannot survive.... Show more
Vics
originally posted on woolworths.com.au
Beautiful but doesn’t last long!
I have the entire set of baby blue Smeg appliances in my kitchen. However, I am devastated that my blender has died, just out of its’ warranty period. Even before this, I had issues of liquid leaking through the base, despite me checking there were no holes or issues. I looked into repairs after contacting them on their website and price wise it is similar to buying a new blender. It’s a shame that the quality of the blenders do not seem to match that of other Smeg small appliances, especially considering the price.... Show more
Leah5
originally posted on myer.com.au
great blender. worth the extra $
We love making smoothies in the mornings and I've been on a hunt for a good blender. I love the vintage pastel look of an old school diner but also that it's a high watt (800w) power. I often use berries and wanted to break them into as smooth a texture as possible. Wow was I impressed. It's very powerful. Even in a lower setting. The smoothie turned out really smooth creamy and frothy. Really happy with this purchase.... Show more
HelMel33
originally posted on davidjones.com
Nice looking blender
I bought this blender to replace my old breville and to match my Smeg kettle and toaster. The blender looks great and I like the range of settings. The jug is also much lighter than the heavy glass jug of my breville.It is an expensive product though and I do have to say that it doesn't always get the blend completely smooth. I've not tried anything too heavy, however I do wonder how well it will perform if it leaves the odd banana lump in my smoothie.The blade can also be tricky to remove. I made the mistake of not removing it with every clean, only to find that liquid does get under the seal, so if you purchase make sure you remove this every time.Overall I am pleased with it.... Show more
Lucyberrypie
originally posted on johnlewis.com
Not just one faulty batch
I was really excited when my husband bought this as a gift last year in pastel green. I love the Smeg fifties look and the colour looked great in our 'cabbage white' kitchen - it is very glossy too.However, after just a couple of weeks of daily smoothie making, the numbers on the dial rubbed off completely! JL were great and exchanged it free of charge for an identical one. I was so paranoid with the new one that I barely touched the number part of the dial when switching on/off or turning it up or down. I was also extra careful to wipe spills immediately with soft dry tissue as the numbers are only painted on and if they were to disappear again would make operating the machine pretty awkward. One year later, despite the precautions, i gingerly wiped a splatter ... MoreI was really excited when my husband bought this as a gift last year in pastel green. I love the Smeg fifties look and the colour looked great in our 'cabbage white' kitchen - it is very glossy too.However, after just a couple of weeks of daily smoothie making, the numbers on the dial rubbed off completely! JL were great and exchanged it free of charge for an identical one. I was so paranoid with the new one that I barely touched the number part of the dial when switching on/off or turning it up or down. I was also extra careful to wipe spills immediately with soft dry tissue as the numbers are only painted on and if they were to disappear again would make operating the machine pretty awkward. One year later, despite the precautions, i gingerly wiped a splatter from the number dial and the whole of the number 1 was gone. I know this isn't wear and tear because like last time was a case of the entire digit disappearing in a single wipe rather than a gradually wearing down. Its almost as though they have painted the numbers on with poster paint. This being the second time it's happened - and with all my paranoid precautions (my toaster doesn't need kid gloves like this!) I'm certain that this is a design flaw.Also, the seal around the top of the lid traps moisture against the plastic and it is phenomenally hard to reach behind to clean effectively which leads to long term discolouration.... Show more
mommame
originally posted on johnlewis.com
Smeg lets itself down
I'm a big fan of Smeg and even own their very expensive Dolce & Gabbana range. When my trusty Magimix blender finally pulsed its last, I replaced it with a Smeg without hesitation. The first thing I noticed when I opened the box was that while it proclaimed DESIGNED IN ITALY, a smaller line below that said Made in PRC. It didn't take me long to figure out that PRC stood for the People's Republic of China - a feeble attempt by Smeg to downplay the country of origin. The blending jug is made of plastic, the base is tinny and the motor offers very few options compared to other machines. Shame on Smeg for palming off a product so far below their usual standard to their loyal customers. Almost anyone of the blenders on Yuppiechef offers better quality - and at a lower price.... Show more
Jean
originally posted on www.yuppiechef.com
Worst blender ever
We bought the blender less than a year ago. I bought the blender because I loved the look. After a couple of months of having the blender a smoke came from inside and smelt like if it was burning. However I kept using it. Everytime that we blended.something the liquid came from the button and make everything a mess. Also, it was so hard toclean it. The plastic part in the button turned blackand we cannot take it away. Totally disappointed with this product.... Show more
Lima
originally posted on Crate and Barrel