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Black & Decker BL12475G

Approximate retail price:

$35

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About - Black & Decker BL12475G
The BL12475G is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the BL12475G are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Icy drinks: Indicates how well the blender made icy drinks. Convenience: Judgements on ease of cleaning and replacing blade; clarity of controls and jar markings; pouring ease; and jar balance. Smoothies: Indicates how well the blender made fruit smoothies.

About - Black & Decker BL12475G

The BL12475G is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the BL12475G are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Icy drinks:: Indicates how well the blender made icy drinks.
Convenience:: Judgements on ease of cleaning and replacing blade; clarity of controls and jar markings; pouring ease; and jar balance.
Smoothies:: Indicates how well the blender made fruit smoothies.

About This Brand
Another major brand that offers a wide range of low-to-mid-prices; most products are of the push-button type. Black & Decker is available through online retailers, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and other retailers. Prices range from $30 to $80.

About This Brand

Another major brand that offers a wide range of low-to-mid-prices; most products are of the push-button type. Black & Decker is available through online retailers, Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and other retailers. Prices range from $30 to $80.

Features & Specs - Black & Decker BL12475G
Passed durability Indicates whether or not the blender still functioned after undergoing the durability test. Passed durability	No
Glass jar Heavy and stable, can be put in the dishwasher, and don't get cloudy or stained. Glass jar	Yes
Plastic jar Lighter and easier to handle than glass, but that makes them more likely to wobble or tip over. Plastic jar	No
Stainless-steel jar Stylish, sturdy, lighter than glass, and often dishwasher-safe, but you can't see the contents. Stainless-steel jar	No
Removable blade A blade that can be removed makes cleaning easier. Removable blade	Yes
Controls Indicates the type of controls the blender has. Controls	Pushbutton
Pulse Identifies that the blender has a pulse feature, which provides the user with greater control during use and prevents overblending. Pulse	Yes
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User Reviews - Black & Decker BL12475G

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Not so good

By jerryf from Boone, North Carolina on 12/4/2009

Pros:

Big, Heavy Glass

Cons:

Base leaks, Cheap, Difficult to unscrew, Limited Power

Best Uses:

Limited use situations

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

The problem here is that it leaks and when you screw it tighter to attempt to stop the leak it becomes impossible to unscrew to clean. It is pretty weak, and all the buttons are stupid. ON, OFF and two speeds would be plenty and easier to clean... cleaning between buttons is not possible.

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Weak motor burned out, melted

By The quality deal seekers from Ottawa, Canada on 6/28/2009

Pros:

Glass jar

Cons:

Burned out, Motor weak, Not durable, Plastic melted, Poor at crushing ice

Best Uses:

Not at all

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

We were skeptical because this was a B&D product and I have had bad experiences with the tools that this company makes. In the end, though, we bought it because it had a strong glass jar (this was at a time when glass jars were still fairly rare and we were concerned about bisphenol A as well as other leaching chemicals from plastics).
We were immediately disappointed because the motor was weak, couldn't handle smoothies or ice, and it became clear the unit wouldn't last.
Invariably, today the motor stopped with a smashing sound, the rotors broke and melted and a horrible smell came out of the housing.
Glass jars are much more common now and, thankfully, we don't have to buy B&D again.

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