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KitchenAid KSB560[MC]

Price range:

$129.99 - $130.00

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About - KitchenAid KSB560[MC]
The KSB560[MC] is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the KSB560[MC] 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 - KitchenAid KSB560[MC]

The KSB560[MC] is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the KSB560[MC] 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
One of the category's premium brands whose products include die-cast metal base. Most models are available in various colors. Products are sold through department stores, specialty stores, appliance stores, online retailers, and big-box retailers. Prices range from $60 to $270.

About This Brand

One of the category's premium brands whose products include die-cast metal base. Most models are available in various colors. Products are sold through department stores, specialty stores, appliance stores, online retailers, and big-box retailers. Prices range from $60 to $270.

Features & Specs - KitchenAid KSB560[MC]
Passed durability Indicates whether or not the blender still functioned after undergoing the durability test. Passed durability	Yes
Glass jar Heavy and stable, can be put in the dishwasher, and don't get cloudy or stained. Glass jar	No
Plastic jar Lighter and easier to handle than glass, but that makes them more likely to wobble or tip over. Plastic jar	Yes
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	No
Controls Indicates the type of controls the blender has. Controls	Touchpad
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 - KitchenAid KSB560[MC]

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Bad Jar Seal

By Savvyshopper from Hamilton, ON on 1/16/2010

Pros:

Easy To Clean, Good Pitcher, Powerful, Precise Control, Stable

Cons:

Heavy power draw, Noisy

Best Uses:

Cooking, Crushing Ice, Drinks

Describe Yourself:

Gourmet Chef

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

The seal for the permanently affixed blades went after 1.5 months, causing the plastic gears to slip and grind themselves down. Of course it leaked everywhere too! There's no way to tighten it without special tools.

Shame, as it made good smoothies for the kids.

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I love it

By kingqueens3 from Portland, OR on 1/10/2010

Pros:

Easy To Clean, Good Pitcher, Powerful

Best Uses:

Crushing Ice, Drinks

Describe Yourself:

Avid Cook

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I use it mostly for icy drinks such as a banana protein shake. It makes really thick drinks. Blenders I've owned in the past just sat there and I'd need to stir it around with a spatula or spoon to get it to mix. This one handles really thick stuff. Great smoothies, shakes, etc. I just clean it by putting some hot water and a dab of soap in it and whizzing it on the blender before rinsing. Since it's plastic I've avoided the dishwasher. I've also blended up home made spaghetti sauce to make it smooth for adaptation as a pizza sauce. It is harder to clean that up but certainly within the realm of human capability.

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Don't try to chop ice!

By Paul from Sonoma, CA on 9/22/2009

Pros:

Good Pitcher

Cons:

Not Powerful

Best Uses:

Drinks

Describe Yourself:

Avid Cook

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This blender was fine for smoothies, and I thought I had a hit because the blades were integrated with the pitcher for easy cleaning. However, the first time I went to crush ice for drinks, it ripped out the seal between the pitcher and the blades, spilling the contents inside the blender motor.

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