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L'Equip 228

Approximate retail price:

$209.99

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About - L'Equip 228
The 228 is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the 228 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 - L'Equip 228

The 228 is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the 228 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.

Features & Specs - L'Equip 228
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	Yes
Controls Indicates the type of controls the blender has. Controls	Switch
Pulse Identifies that the blender has a pulse feature, which provides the user with greater control during use and prevents overblending. Pulse	No
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[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

Bingo!

By zenduane from Coastal NH on 11/7/2009

Pros:

Easy To Clean, Powerful, Precise Control, Stable

Cons:

Poor Pitcher

Describe Yourself:

Avid Cook

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

We use the L'Equip both as an all around blender and as a raw juicer. It rivals that of the one's advertised on late night TV for a much lower cost. And, for all our uses, is comparable to the Vitamix. There are two key advantages to the L'Equip: power and control. At 20,000 RPM's, it pulverizes all of our raw foods, ice, etc. in seconds. The variable speed control allows us to start our juices slowly and then rev up. The key weakness is the pitcher. We have not had a failure, but it has begun to "frost" around the bottom. So, it may only be a matter of time. Other than that, we are extremely pleased. A real hidden gem.

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