How does this blender compares to the "Diamond" edition, which costs 33% more ($130)?
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Not sure, but the blender i owned was no good. The pitcher leaked and if not put on base properly the gear will grind down.
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I'm not really sure what you are asking. But-33 kit comes with carbide sanding blade and a carrying case. $70 more than the -35 kit. And yes, you get more regular blades with the -35 kit but no carrying case or carbide sanding disc. All that being said, the -35 looks like the better deal. If I had known that when I bought the -33 kit I probably would have considered the -35 kit. Hope this answer helps.
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I believe it's 2x faster than a regular blender, but might be comparing to its earlier models. As for being the same one as at Sams Club, you'd have to compare the contents of the package. Some Ninjas don't have all the sizes of the containers and different sized blades. Be sure you're comparing apples to apples for the price. My suspicion is that the SAMs club one probably has less container sizes for a lesser price. I would buy this product again in a heartbeat, I love it. And I use it several times a week, have had it for over a year and NEVER cut myself.
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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.
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I am not sure, I recommend the diamond because its simple as soon as you get to know the features, tool, etc.
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I bought mine from Eta Tech and I have no complaints, they processed my order and shipped it and i got in good time. The blenders are small but work really well. I have no complaints.
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Fortunately I have access to both and did a pretty thorough review of them on my blog site at http://www.blendblog.net/Default.aspx?tabid=36&EntryID;=64. Hope this helps, I like both devices but they are different and which one to get really depends on what you are looking for which I breakdown in my review.Sean
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Absolutely. I paid $100 for my regular blender last December and it never worked this well. As far as just blending it's as good as the Vitamax. You can buy a 5 year warranty on it for $20. It turns anything into liquid.
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I would say no it isn't worth the $$$. If you're going to spend this much for a blender you might as well spend a little more and get a blentec or vitamix. I've had the Ninja and now own a Blendtec and let me tell you it is night and day. Not too mention those ninja blades are scary.
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For about $30 difference, the 330 is a much better buy, and for several reasons. First, the CMOS sensor with only 12 megapixel in the 330 is so much better than the CCD sensor with 16mp (remember, in small sensors like this camera, less megapixels is actually better than more!) Also the range is much better, the 330 has a wide-angle lens of 24mm, and the 130 starts from 28mm. And it's also longer, 10x optical zoom on the 330 vs. 8x on the 130. Then you have the Digic5 processor on the 330, which has many advantages over the older Digic4 processor on the 130. Video on the 130 is maxing out at 25 fps, not good enough in my book. The HS330 had 30fps, much more smooth.
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Quieter than my previous blender though certainly not silent. I can talk over it if the person is in the room, though I usually don't. Cleaning is a breeze - all the parts go in the dishwasher and are also easy to handwash - except that the blade is REALLY sharp so hand washing it requires caution. I love the Ninja, make smoothies for breakfast every day with frozen fruit which was too much for my previous blender.
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I have purchased both for gifts. I paid $49 and $110. The more expensive machine is more metal and less plastic, looks better, and it is heavier. From what I can tell, the less expensive machine requires a little more pressure to process the frozen fruit. The higher priced machine appears to get the job done a little easier, and seems like it might last longer. Both make equally delicious frozen desserts!
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For about $30 difference, the 330 is a much better buy, and for several reasons.First, the CMOS sensor with only 12 megapixel in the 330 is so much better than the CCD sensor with 16mp (remember, in small sensors like this camera, less megapixels is actually better than more!)Also the range is much better, the 330 has a wide-angle lens of 24mm, and the 130 starts from 28mm. And it's also longer, 10x optical zoom on the 330 vs. 8x on the 130.Then you have the Digic5 processor on the 330, which has many advantages over the older Digic4 processor on the 130.Video on the 130 is maxing out at 25 fps, not good enough in my book. The HS330 had 30fps, much more smooth. For about $30 difference, the 330 is a much better buy, and for several reasons.First, the CMOS sensor with only 12 megapixel in the 330 is so much better than the CCD sensor with 16mp (remember, in small sensors like this camera, less megapixels is actually better than more!)Also the range is much better, the 330 has a wide-angle lens of 24mm, and the 130 starts from 28mm. And it's also longer, 10x optical zoom on the 330 vs. 8x on the 130.Then you have the Digic5 processor on the 330, which has many advantages over the older Digic4 processor on the 130.Video on the... » Read More For about $30 difference, the 330 is a much better buy, and for several reasons.First, the CMOS sensor with only 12 megapixel in the 330 is so much better than the CCD sensor with 16mp (remember, in small sensors like this camera, less megapixels is actually better than more!)Also the range is much better, the 330 has a wide-angle lens of 24mm, and the 130 starts from 28mm. And it's also longer, 10x optical zoom on the 330 vs. 8x on the 130.Then you have the Digic5 processor on the 330, which has many advantages over the older Digic4 processor on the 130.Video on the 130 is maxing out at 25 fps, not good enough in my book. The HS330 had 30fps, much more smooth. « Show Less
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Yes, I would say so. It is about the same as other blenders I have owned. You can discount my answer a bit in that I was not even aware that there were quiet blenders available.
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Hi Lois. As you can see, I purchased the Ninja Master Prep Pro. It came with a large blender and 2 smaller blenders. I use one of the 2 smaller blender sizes about 98% of the time as they are a very good size for blending and chopping. The Ninja is awesome for making "snow" for drinks and snowcones. Just fill the container with ice, then 'pulse' the top blender button. Pulse for a second or two then stop. Repeat over and over again until the ice gets to the consistency you desire. I also make 'icecream' in the smaller size blender, as it is the perfect size for 2-3 people. I cut up bananas, strawberries, peaches, blue berries, etc and place in the freezer. Then I take out whatever size portion I think I need, add a small amount of 1% milk then 'pulse' until the contents turn to icecream. This is a low fat and delicious treat. Only takes about 60 seconds to blend, and then another 60 seconds to clean the blender and cutting blades. Vegetables, gotta be mor cautious when using the 'pulse' because the ultra-sharp blades will pulverize the veggies and seeds VERY fast if you don't watch what you're doing. Salsa is quick and easy, just let the blades do the chopping and blending. I have been extremely satisfied with this machine. I just don't use the large pitcher/blender part that much. The ideal set-up for purchase would be : 1 large pitcher/blender, 1 smaller pitcher/blender, and 1 "bullet shape/sized blender for individual smoothie making. THAT would be the PERFECT set-up. All-in-all, LOVE my Ninja. No problems what so ever. Easy to clean. Doesn't take up much room either. Oh, just be warned that when crushing ice, it can/will be noisy. Minor detail really. Enjoy it.I do.
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The "Consumer Reports" August, 2007 issue rates blenders. The Oster BPST02-B is not rated as this is a bartender's blender without a lot of home blender options like "pulse" (that works well for knocking down chunks of ice cream into the blades). Note that all the blenders in the CR issue have one year warranties except for the $400.00 Vita-Mix that has a 7 year warranty. The Oster BPST02-B has a three-year warranty, two years longer than almost all other blenders, and an all metal drive and heavy duty cord. So it's a work-horse blender like those used in bars to make Margaritas, etc. and should be good for completely pulverizing ice cubes. It's also noisy like restaurant grade, bar blenders. As for the horsepower to watts conversion, the other blenders may use a different way of calculating wattage values--a question for engineering or physicist types.
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I wold not consider it a specialty blade, it should be the standard issue since it is in my experience far more efficient at blending over the original. For awhile I was considering springing for an ultra expensive blender until I replaced the blade. It now grinds through ice and smoothies like nobody's business. And I'm just an ordinary user in no way connected with the company.