Food processors mixers and blenders

Kmart Anko High Power Blender BL9710A-SA review

CHOICE Expert Rating

68%
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Good points

Good Points

u0026#149;u0026#032; Switch controls for auto function – smoothie, auto clean, ice crush and pulse. Clear written labelling and symbols.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Jug has a set position, twists and locks into the unit.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Lid locks into jug and has a slide release lid lock.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Chute in lid with graded measuring cap, which locks into place.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Travel cup with storage lid also included.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Large control dial at the front of the unit (no grip). Plus switch controls.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Resistance on control dial. On, Off, Minimum and maximum settings for control dial. Variable grading for manual speeds, no numbers.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Safety lid needs to locked in order to activate the controls.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Blade housing is removable with some grip to help release blade.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Easy to access rubber seal to remove and clean.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Labelling on base of jug for direction to twist housing to lock and unlock.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Fairly easy to clean, run through ‘auto clean’ cycle with warm soapy water.u003cbru003e

Bad points

Bad Points

u0026#149;u0026#032; Only OK for performance and ease of use.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Very poor result for kale test.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Fiddly to place locking lid in position.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Very noisy when processing on high speed.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Not suitable for making dough.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Heavy glass graded jug, with a large, fairly comfortable handle.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Unit is fairly stable on bench however can jolt with a heavy load.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Narrow base can be difficult to remove and scrape out.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Difficult to clean any spills inside the unit.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; No tamper supplied.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Fairly basic instructions, no processing guide.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Dial needs to start in OFF position and then turned to ON to activate and illuminate the controls. u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; May require bending to view auto functions.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Some cracks and crevices around controls, where dirt can accumulate.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Stainless steel exterior requires extra attention when cleaning, shows smudges.u003cbru003e u0026#149;u0026#032; Rubber seal is removable for easy cleaning, may need to be replaced over time.u003cbru003e

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