How noisy is it? I have a GE personal blender that works great, but sends us running from the kitchen--it is so loud.
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It's about average to me. I live with two cats and it doesn't seem to bother them. The initial sounds when first started is the loudest but as the food is grounded (in a matter of seconds) the loudness subsides. Certain foods will be louder others i.e. bananas, avocados, dates vs coffee beans, seeds, nuts, ice etc. It works very fast. I can't say I've ever needed to run it longer than a minute or 2. I have liked it enough to buy one for my 73 yr old dad. He uses his daily and has vastly improved his health because of it. Hope this info helps.
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It's a conversation stopper if you are blending ice or coffee beans. Salad dressing you can probably shout over.
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It's not that bad, it makes a moderate amount of noise, but does not run you out of the room. I did notice that it does leak a little when processing and I should let you know that I no longer use my Tribest. I enjoyed green smoothies so much that I would have to make two to quench my needs when using the Tribest. So now I use my Vitamix. I had it before buying the Tribest, but didn't use it since I thought it would be harder to clean and would make too much. I was wrong. My Vitamix is much easier to clean and makes just the right amount of smoothies for my needs. If you can afford it, I would strongly suggest getting a Vitamix. Just my 2 cents. It's not that bad, it makes a moderate amount of noise, but does not run you out of the room. I did notice that it does leak a little when processing and I should let you know that I no longer use my Tribest. I enjoyed green smoothies so much that I would have to make two to quench my needs when using the Tribest. So now I use my Vitamix. I had it before buying the Tribest, but didn't use it since I thought it would be harder to clean and would make too much. I was wrong. My Vitamix is much easier to clean and makes just the right amount of smoothies for my needs. If you can afford it, I... » Read More It's not that bad, it makes a moderate amount of noise, but does not run you out of the room. I did notice that it does leak a little when processing and I should let you know that I no longer use my Tribest. I enjoyed green smoothies so much that I would have to make two to quench my needs when using the Tribest. So now I use my Vitamix. I had it before buying the Tribest, but didn't use it since I thought it would be harder to clean and would make too much. I was wrong. My Vitamix is much easier to clean and makes just the right amount of smoothies for my needs. If you can afford it, I would strongly suggest getting a Vitamix. Just my 2 cents. « Show Less
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It is about the same as a regular blender. I used it at work in my desk area and it didn't disrupt anyone. It works really good so it doesn't have to blend for a long amount of time.
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Sorry, the blender was a gift and I've heard no feedback. I should ask if it works as hoped. Thank you for the reminder!
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You should call Hamilton Beach. They replaced my blender in a matter of 3 days. They were very helpful. We no longer have issues. Love it!!!
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haha.. no louder than any other blender to be honest with you.... it works wonderfully tho.. a great buy
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It's no louder than any other blender. I just use it to make smoothies so I can't comment on nut butter.
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It blends ice well. HOWEVER, the longer I own this blender the more disapponted I am. If you use the high speed the carafe WILL jump off the base. You have to hold it down. And I have to plug my ears it's so loud. Using the low speed is quieter but it certainly doesn't blend completely unless you are blending only liquids! There will be lumps, even from old bananas. The smoothie button is very effective - spinning one way and then the other to make sure all ingredients mixed well, to include the ice.
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There is a significant 60 cycle hum since it is a hefty motor. I wouldn't call it annoying though. If you are chopping something like ice then it will be noisy. Unavoidable in my opinion.
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Yes, a smaller unit does that. But I haven't used it yet. If it's anything like the larger blender, it should be good!
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Mine is not louder then a hand blender Like the kind I grew up with to mash potatoes or mix cake mix's
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I LOVE mine. I just got it from Costco (5200) on Sat. Got it to make green smoothies, cooking prep, etc. My smoothies initially came out a bit thick for my taste but found that I didn't run the blender long enough AND did not add enough water. The result? Today's green smoothie was delicious, creamy and not too thick- it was just right! I was really tending towards the Blendtec and was on the verge of purchasing one but after reading wonderful reviews on here and online with the SEVEN year warranty sealed the deal for me. I read more about poor customer service with Blendtec compared to Vitamix (hardly read any and believe me I read ALOT of reviews! lol) I don't have a stake in Vitamix- I just love the blender because it's American -made (keeps jobs here), excellent quality and the company stands by its products. I look at it as an investment in my and my family's health. HTH!
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Hi Bonnie The motor should not have a loose sound. I would send back for a replacement. The blender is awesome I think you'll love it.
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How close are your neighbors? My kids say they can hear it from upstairs and all conversations and TV programs get put on pause when it is running. It isn't horrible it isn't stealthy either. If you are blending ice or frozen fruit then it is even louder than when you are just blending raw veggies. It is still totally worth it though! It is a great product.
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Really? Mine is LOUD. You really can't talk in an ajoining room when it is running. It is far louder than the dishwasher, washer and dryer.
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I don't agree with those who gave it low marks for making smoothies. It is loud but that is a trade off I have been willing to make as it is a powerful mixer. We have a much more expensive mixer that is no longer used now we have this mixer.
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Its louder than a regular blender, which in all honesty I think its expected considering the amount of blending power it outputs.
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Oh, I see the other answer is just the same as mine. I gave it as a gift and have no idea. I have the kitchen aid stick blender and it runs for at least a few minutes. I don't think I ever ran it more than 5 or so minutes. But it never quit on me.
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I have only had mine a couple of months and so far am very pleased with it. I also have the small Ninja chopper and have used it consistently for two years so I do think the blender should equal the performance of that and more.