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Waring WPB05

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$58.99 - $100.00

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About - Waring WPB05
The Waring WPB05 is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the WPB05 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. Miscellaneous tests: Miscellaneous tests is a combination of how well the blender pureed soup and grated parmesan cheese.

About - Waring WPB05

The Waring WPB05 is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the WPB05 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.
Miscellaneous tests:: Miscellaneous tests is a combination of how well the blender pureed soup and grated parmesan cheese.

About This Brand
Offers include high-mid-range to premium-category products. Most of Waring's blenders incorporate die-cast-metal bases, two-speed operation, and the Waring toggle switch; its trademark metal jar is also available as an option. Products are available at department stores and specialty stores. Prices range from $60 to $400.

About This Brand

Offers include high-mid-range to premium-category products. Most of Waring's blenders incorporate die-cast-metal bases, two-speed operation, and the Waring toggle switch; its trademark metal jar is also available as an option. Products are available at department stores and specialty stores. Prices range from $60 to $400.

Features & Specs - Waring WPB05
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	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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Anonymous

from

Austin, TX

2.0

It's going back to Target

4/15/2010

Pros

Easy To Clean

Cons

Loud

No pulse function

Not Powerful

Poor circulation

Best Uses

Comment:

Not impressed for the money. The lack of pulse function combined with poor circulating action made for a frustrating (and loud) experience when making a smoothie (that had plenty of liquid in it and should have been easy to blend).

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