How loud is the blender? I'm between this one and another brand that I got my folks. It's good but also quiet(er) as it blends...
525714
That is a hard question. I know when i am making a milkshake and there is chunks of ice cream it can get loud. But I dont think it is to loud. I wish i could b more help.
525715
I love mine. As far as noise goes, it does make some noise but it does not bother me. And I guess it depends on what you are using it for. I have only used mine for smoothies with frozen fruit do it is going to make noise grinding frozen fruit. Hope this helps. It is the only one I have used. But Blendtec really stands behind their products.
525716
It's pretty loud that's for sure. I did see a reduced volume version of the Blendtec but it's over $1,000. If you got the dough, get that. However, even though it is loud the blender rocks. Very happy with it. I don't know the other brand you're talking about but it's like the Vitamix in loudness.
525717
It's pretty loud. In fact, my cats go running when I turn it on, lol....but it's the most amazing blender we have ever owned. To us, we can put up with the noise because the quality is so good.
1502327
Compared to other juicers (the centrifugal kind) it's SUPER quiet, but as far as small apartments go - it makes noise. The motor has a constant hum and as carrots or beets go through they will sometimes squeal. Again though, compared to the vacuum sound of the other kind, this is much less noise.
414044
It's not as loud as a blender. On a scale of 10, and 10 being a blender, it's probably a 6 or 7. You are supposed to put a tray of ice inside, but we found a whole tray didn't fit. So maybe minus 2 or 3 pieces.
551579
It's no louder than any other blender. I just use it to make smoothies so I can't comment on nut butter.
1821094
i am disappointed to hear all of this about leaking from a 400.00 appliance. I have been shopping for a powerful blender and was leaning towards the Blendtec but now am thinking the Vitamix may be the way to go.
1690521
It is very quiet for it's size.Bought it for a present for my daughter that makes professional cakes.Wedding and special occasions.She has usedvarious brands in the past and says she loves this mixer but wants to purchase more smaller bowls to go with it at reasonable prices. Helpful?
1332409
Depending on what your blending.. I blend frozen fruit and yogurt and it muffles the sound.. with nothing in it, it can be a tad bit loud.
1694229
it is about as loud as a dishwasher..... i could care less about my neighbors when my health is the major goal.lol. it will wake my children if the doors are left open. a smoothie doesnt take long so I wouldn't worry too much.
1314255
I love mine. I have two units, one for home and one at school. It blends my smoothies and crushes ice well. There are more cups than I can use, but I have no complaints with the blender.
1535011
Farmer-Al, wish I could tell you the loudness compared to the two items you listed in your question but I haven't heard either of those before. I don't if it helps or not, but I will tell you all I know for the loudness.... it's similar in 'noise' to my blender but not quite as loud. I use a KitchenAid blender. :-)
351416
I have three friends who use the vitamix. I have used it twice when at one friend's home. The vitamix made equally good smoothies and juices. I think the Blentec may have done a more effients jobs of pulverizing things like celery and flax, though I only tried it once. The blendtec does so much more than Vitamix... I have blended grains, made dough, made batter, hummis, and sauces. Blentec is better for all of this.The Vitamix noise was LOUDER! I like the way the Blendtec has cycles that run on it's own. I love the way the inside is smooth-easier to clean. It is also shorter, so it fits UNDER my upper cabinets. (^.^) buy the Blendtec! I have three friends who use the vitamix. I have used it twice when at one friend's home. The vitamix made equally good smoothies and juices. I think the Blentec may have done a more effients jobs of pulverizing things like celery and flax, though I only tried it once. The blendtec does so much more than Vitamix... I have blended grains, made dough, made batter, hummis, and sauces. Blentec is better for all of this.The Vitamix noise was LOUDER! I like the way the Blendtec has cycles that run on it's own. I love the way the inside is smooth-easier to clean. It is also shorter, so it fits... » Read More I have three friends who use the vitamix. I have used it twice when at one friend's home. The vitamix made equally good smoothies and juices. I think the Blentec may have done a more effients jobs of pulverizing things like celery and flax, though I only tried it once. The blendtec does so much more than Vitamix... I have blended grains, made dough, made batter, hummis, and sauces. Blentec is better for all of this.The Vitamix noise was LOUDER! I like the way the Blendtec has cycles that run on it's own. I love the way the inside is smooth-easier to clean. It is also shorter, so it fits UNDER my upper cabinets. (^.^) buy the Blendtec! « Show Less
883823
Definitely less quiet than a blender. You can have a conversation while the unit is one - but may need to raise your voice just a little.
82336
It is very quiet in my subjective opinion. Same as any other beard trimmer I've ever used. Nothing close to a blender.
1741846
It isn't any noisier than a blender - but, yes, if you put ice in it - it will be loud.
1734670
According to my sound meter, 80dB at 10 ft. It takes 54 sec to do a smoothie. Do you want a good smoothie or a quite blender ?
321600
Noise level is about like any other blender. Easy to clean, dishwasher safe. I LOVE MINE!!!
735322
This model has whisper wheels so it's pretty quiet. I have no experience with the other model you're talking about, but I can say we've enjoyed this one, use it daily, and haven't had any complaints. We love that it's quiet.