Oster 2614

Pros: Does the job, sturdy, easy to clean, attachment seems to be dishwasher safe (upper rack).

Cons: A bit noisy, metal edge of cup might scratch pot, though mine hasn't so far.

The Bottom Line: This is the best hand blender I've been able to find in a reasonable price range. I would certainly recommend it.

Review: I had written another review on my previous hand held blender, a Hamilton Beach 59770 Turbo-Twister 2 Speed. This is what I bought to replace that one, after my husband put the blending attachment through the dishwasher and it warped and gradually ...

Pros: Easy to clean, works fine.

Cons: Noisy, can't find replacement parts.

Review: I bought this stick blender to make soap. I needed it to blend the soap mixture for about 3-4 minutes (not continually). It was extremely noisy every time I used it. The plastic housing that locks into the motor cracked. I tried to glue the plastic ...