
Blendtec
The Blendtec Total Classic Original Blender with WildSide+ 90 oz jar is a professional‑grade countertop blender featuring a 1560‑watt motor, 10 speeds plus pulse, and six pre‑programmed cycles. It excels at crushing ice, hot blending soups, and handling large batches, though it operates loudly.
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$399.95
Average
$402.04
Lowest
$389.99
Highest
$519.95
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers commend the Blendtec for its massive 1560‑W motor, superior ice‑crushing ability, and hot‑blend capability, highlighting the 90 oz WildSide+ jar and blunt safety blades as differentiators. They note the blender’s loud operation and occasional jar defects as drawbacks, but overall rate it highly for commercial‑grade performance.
What Users Say
Everyday users praise the blender’s power, durability, and large capacity, often noting it outlasts previous appliances. The most common complaints revolve around its loud noise and occasional issues with the WildSide+ jar, while some find the size unwieldy.
Common Complaints
Excessive noise during operation, reported defects or durability concerns with the WildSide+ jar, and the bulkiness of the large 90 oz jar making storage and handling challenging.
What People Are Saying
“outlived 3 prior blenders and performs better than competitors for the long haul.”
How It Compares
vs. Vitamix Explorian E310
Advantages
Disadvantages
Choose Blendtec for large‑batch, preset‑driven blending; choose Vitamix for precision control and a more compact unit.
vs. Ninja Mega Kitchen System
Advantages
Disadvantages
Select Blendtec when maximum power, capacity, and preset functionality are priorities; select Ninja for a more affordable, space‑saving option.