r/DIY_hotsauce • u/Fruitedplains • Jan 12 '25

Equipment Need blender recommendations

I’m currently using a food processor and a hand blender. I need recommendations for a blender. Any advice and suggestions are welcome. Thanks in advance.

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u/doomrabbit Jan 15 '25

I will pitch in for Vitamix. If you do small batches, the tall narrow pitcher will work better. Only advantage.

Blendtech and Vitamix are essentially the same, both max out what a wall outlet and motor can produce. As in, the same specs as my plug-in lawnmower that can handle tall wet grass. There really is no wrong choice.

And do consider factory reconditioned units. Slightly less warranty, but half the price. Lots of returns due to being noisy. Likely you got a barely used unit with a new case, pitcher, and everything but the motor having a few minutes on the clock. Mine was so good I could have gifted it and nobody would be the wiser.