Blendtec Total Blender Classic
Score: 83/100
Braun TriForce Power Blender
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Braun TriForce Power Blender is a high-performance 1600 W countertop blender featuring a fast 45,000 RPM motor and a TriAction jar for ultra-fine blends. Its base is not waterproof and the soup heating function may stop short of peak temperatures. Ideal for busy home cooks seeking speed and versatility.
The Blendtec Total Blender Classic combines a 1560 W motor with a unique FourSide 75 oz jar that heats soups quickly and offers six preprogrammed cycles. Ice-cream recipes can suffer from ingredient sticking, and color choices are limited. It targets users who want commercial-grade power and automation in a home kitchen.
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1,560 W | 1,600 Wbest | |
2.22 Lbest | 2.011 L | |
2,238 Wbest | — | |
10 | 11best | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.3 kgbest | 4.6 kg |
— | 45,000 rpmbest | |
7 yearsbest | 3 years | |
2best | 2best |
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Controls(1) | ||
Number of Speed Settings | 10 | 11 |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 7 years | 3 years |
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Motor Power (W) | 1560 W | 1600 W |
Design & Capacity(4) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 2.22 L | 2.011 L |
Jar Material | plastic | Tritan |
Weight (kg) | 3.30 kg | 4.6 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (cm) | 23.4 x 34.5 x 24.6 cm cm | HxWxD: 43.18x20.32x20.32 cm cm |
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Professional reviewers highlight the blender's commercial-grade motor and the FourSide jar's ability to heat soups faster and improve grain grinding. The six preset cycles and robust build receive strong praise, while the limited jar capacity and occasional ice-cream blending issues are noted as drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently commend the motor's power, durability, and the convenience of preset programs, but many report difficulty with ice-cream recipes due to ingredient sticking and wish for more color options and larger batch capacity.
“Ice cream function works well for that specific application”
Professional reviewers and editors commend the Braun TriForce for its exceptional 1600 W motor, rapid 45,000 RPM speed, and innovative triangular jug that yields finer, faster blends. They highlight the six presets with three texture levels, the hot-soup capability, and the premium build quality, while noting the non-water-proof base and occasional temperature limitation of the soup function as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently praise the blender's speed, versatility of presets, and ease of cleaning, especially the dishwasher-safe components, while noting concerns about the base's water sensitivity and occasional cooling of soup.
