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The Blendtec HP3A Blender utilizes the same cutting-edge technology and powerful motor used in restaurants, coffee houses, and smoothie shops around the world. The Blendtec HP3A comes with microprocessor controlled electronics that boast 25 pre-programmed blend cycles, 10 speed controls and pulse feature. At the touch of a button the blender can make fresh whole juice, delicious smoothies, freezing cold ice cream, and it can even make steaming hot soup in under 90 seconds! The HP3A knows when to speed up and slow down to get a perfectly consistent blend every time. The HP3A has four user-defined cycle buttons that provide easy push-button blending for the most frequently used blending profiles. The patented jar design can reach blade tip speeds of up to 320 M.P.H., providing more than enough power to easily turn ice into snow in seconds.This Blendtec HP3A Blender comes with a large capacity WildSide jar, perfect for a variety of blending needs including: Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt, Milkshakes, Smoothies, Juice, Salad Dressing, Soups, Syrups, Batters, Sauces and Dips, and Flour from whole grains, rice, oats and almonds. You can now own the power of a professional, restaurant quality blender in your home with the Blendtec HP3A. 7 yr. limited warranty (valid on normal, household use). MADE IN THE USA.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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After many months of research, comparing/contrasting the virtues of BlendTec, Vitamix and a lower priced L'Equip, I settled on the BlendTec Wildside. I've had it 5 days and used it four of those days to make smoothies. Be sure to read all of the information provided. It is very helpful! For example, when using frozen strawberries, it is best to allow them to soften a bit before placing them into the blender. They can be too cold and create an air pocket around the blade. When this happens, the food does not get blended as well. I read this, but decided to test it anyway. By Tuesday, I had my blend perfected. And, be sure to place things into the blender in a particular order. For example, ice is always last so it makes sense that frozen items should be on top of fresh (though this does not apply to the addition of ice cream. If I recall, that goes in first.) I will post another review as we try other items in the blender. I am looking forward to making soup!
The blender is loud, but only for a short period. The motor and blade are strong. The jar seems to work well.I was looking for a blender that could replace an old, run-of-the-mill one and an equally old food processor. The fact that I can make so many things in the BlendTec is a plus. I also like not having to switch blending jars to make dry vs. wet blends or use a plunger.
Initially, after seeing a VitaMix demo at Costco, I was hooked on the VitaMix, but I did not know the BlendTec existed. Then, a few months later, there was a Blendtec demo (right before Mother's Day) at Costco. I was sold. The Tortilla Soup recipe was awesome. The smoothies were well-blended.
For me, it really comes down to preferences. The two blenders are similar.The BlendTec is easy to clean, there's no plunger (and no need for one), and only one jar.
The blender is loud, but only for a short period. The motor and blade are strong. The jar seems to work well.I was looking for a blender that could replace an old, run-of-the-mill one and an equally old food processor. The fact that I can make so many things in the BlendTec is a plus. I also like not having to switch blending jars to make dry vs. wet blends or use a plunger.
Initially, after seeing a VitaMix demo at Costco, I was hooked on the VitaMix, but I did not know the BlendTec existed. Then, a few months later, there was a Blendtec demo (right before Mother's Day) at Costco. I was sold. The Tortilla Soup recipe was awesome. The smoothies were well-blended.
For me, it really comes down to preferences. The two blenders are similar.The BlendTec is easy to clean, there's no plunger (and no need for one), and only one jar.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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I love this blender, use it everyday.. I make fruit and green smoothies for my kids for breakfast. Before with my old blender I often had to pass the smoothie thru a strainer so they would not feel the seeds or pulp. Not anymore! because this blender pulverizes all, like raspberry and strawberry seeds, even orange seeds. I also add spinach, collard greens, lettuce.. to their smoothie and they don't feel a thing!
The other day I made soup on the blender and everybody loved it. No stove required.
I will soon try to make ice cream.
Some people say it's loud, but it's not. Not more than any other blender. It fits under the cabinet and it's easy to clean.
Love love love worth every penny!
The other day I made soup on the blender and everybody loved it. No stove required.
I will soon try to make ice cream.
Some people say it's loud, but it's not. Not more than any other blender. It fits under the cabinet and it's easy to clean.
Love love love worth every penny!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Our family is not what you would call particularly health-conscious or into any type of food fad, but we try to avoid fast food and get to the gym once a week. We wanted to try to get a little more fruit and vegetables into our diet and we had heard about green smoothies so we thought we would give it a try. After two months, we are all completely sold. My wife and I have one for breakfast and take a second to work. Our 5 year old demands them first thing every morning and even helps put in the kale, collard greens, chard, etc, that he wouldn't touch otherwise. My 1 year old points to the blender and downs them cheerfully each morning. Our energy is up and our cholesterol is down (50 points!). My wife's parents, who are really not in any way healthy eaters, were so impressed with the taste that they bought their own!
The blender itself is amazing and does not seem too incredibly loud for what it's doing. As others have suggested, it could use a tamper, but I only seem to have problems when I over-fill it and then I just have to run it again. Some have complained that this ups the cycle count, but I'm getting four smoothies out of two cycles, so even if you do care about that kind so thing, you're still doing fine with the big jar. It is super easy to clean. Just rinse within a minute or two of finishing. My biggest complaint is the cookbook that comes with it. I think most people buying these are interested in healthy, natural food, but they have you making ice cream out of artificial sweetener and non-dairy creamer. (Yuck!)
The Blendtec vs Vitamix debate, for us, was decided on the excessive height of the vitamix. There are good websites comparing the two, so if you're in the market for a great blender, you'll be happy with your choice as long as you do your homework.
The blender itself is amazing and does not seem too incredibly loud for what it's doing. As others have suggested, it could use a tamper, but I only seem to have problems when I over-fill it and then I just have to run it again. Some have complained that this ups the cycle count, but I'm getting four smoothies out of two cycles, so even if you do care about that kind so thing, you're still doing fine with the big jar. It is super easy to clean. Just rinse within a minute or two of finishing. My biggest complaint is the cookbook that comes with it. I think most people buying these are interested in healthy, natural food, but they have you making ice cream out of artificial sweetener and non-dairy creamer. (Yuck!)
The Blendtec vs Vitamix debate, for us, was decided on the excessive height of the vitamix. There are good websites comparing the two, so if you're in the market for a great blender, you'll be happy with your choice as long as you do your homework.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Worth every stinkin penny!
We have had our blender now for about a month and a half. The quality of our smoothies is amazing. We are now making our own nut butters, far better than just buying peanut butter... Read more
Published 14 days ago by Heather Lindsay
i HATE this blender....
i bought the blendtec in january after reading umpteen reviews......i was so excited! i made smoothies with it every day and it did a good job. however one day i thought oh! Read more
Published 16 days ago by Aimee Baum
BPA Free, Excelent Design
This Blendtec Wild Side Blender with the 4 inch blades is the best blender I've ever used. We make lots of smoothies, soups and sauces and use our blender daily. Read more
Published 4 months ago by WatermelonTiger
one month review
I have used this for a month now and love it. I have made smoothies for the whole family, soup and dip so far.
Published 5 months ago by shortyandmrtall
worth it!
I went back and forth between Blendtec and Vitamix- Blendtec won and I have not regretted the purchase!
Pros: it'll blend anything! You don't have to use a tamper! Read more
Pros: it'll blend anything! You don't have to use a tamper! Read more
Published 7 months ago by Coni Mobley
Very powerful!!
You just will not find a better blender! If you can get it into the container, it will blend. I went through several cheaper blenders with terrible results. Read more
Published 8 months ago by uncle richard
Best. Purchase. Ever. Watch out VitaMix!
I was kicking myself for spending almost $500 on a blender. After watching the brilliantly executed "Will it blend?" videos on YouTube, I was hooked.... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Galen Sather
whip it.......whip.....it good
I am new to the blender world and I gota say....whao. The blender will liquify rocks. I have read reviews about the blade being 4" vs 3" perhaps the 3" blade might be better... Read more
Published 9 months ago by PkScott
Love it!!!
I love this blender!!! It blends everything I have put into it, including the whole apple I experimented with. It is very powerful so make sure the lid is all the way on :)
Published 9 months ago by rsminor
BLENDEC IS THE BEST
At least this new one with the 5 sided carafe.
I have purchased 3 in the last 6 months. (gave 1 to a friend and my 2 homes)
AND THE RED ONE IS SO COOL!
I have purchased 3 in the last 6 months. (gave 1 to a friend and my 2 homes)
AND THE RED ONE IS SO COOL!
Published 11 months ago by Herbert
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