Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher Blender for Smoothies With 40 Oz Glass Jar and 14 Functions, Ice Sabre Blades & 700 Watts for Consistently Smooth Results, Black & Stainless Steel (54220)

Inexpensive, easy to use, works well. I've used this to make smoothies. It's quick, easy. Has a bunch of buttons but I've only used two. Also has two quick press buttons. Not sure what else to say. Works as it should. Easy to clean. Lid doesn't seem to sit all the way down on glass, but still seals.

I use this thing DAILY to make smoothies. It literally crushes ice like it's NOTHING. It's so strong. The blades aren't "sharp" - you can actually stick your hand in there while cleaning it, and feel that they're not like a knife. And that's fine because they don't need to be! They make perfect smoothies despite not being sharp. Someone on here said that you can't tell the difference between settings 1 vs 2 vs 3 etc vs 4 vs 5 vs 6 - you definitely can. It's subtle but it's there. There are five super minor gripes I have with it that I wish I knew before I got it, BUT honestly I love it so much I don't really mind: 1. It's very loud. I mean... it's a powerful blender, so I guess that's normal? But I like to walk away so that it's not just screaming in my ear lol 2. It's really lowkey irritating trying to put the lid on (and even more annoying trying to take it off), so if you have weak hands I'd go with a different blender. It's not like the WORST thing ever, but it does make you say "ugh" when you get ready to take it off or put it on. On a side note, when you get the lid on, it's ON. it won't fly off, which I really do appreciate, as I can walk away from it while it's doing its thing (because, again, it's so loud lol). It also doesn't rattle or anything like that, so I really like it! 3. This is probably my biggest gripe: it's glass. That means when making smoothies, you have to be careful not to run it under hot water directly after. I keep almost forgetting, which makes me worried that I'll break it from the shock of the hot water or if I drop it. On the plus side, the heavy glass really makes you feel like it's a sturdy, quality product! 4. It's in that weird space between "big enough for 3 small glasses or two large glasses". It would be nice if it were just the TINIEST bit bigger. 5. Sometimes it seems more blended at the bottom than at the top. It's possible the smoothies I make are just too thick and I should add more liquid or something, but it's sliiiightly noticeable. Honestly I don't really care that much though. It's not like it doesn't blend it. All in all though I am extremely happy with it, those were just me complaining. The blender is great. If you want something that is affordable and super powerful and won't leave you with chunks, get it.

After reading some of the reviews here, I figured this was the best blender without making a significant investment--and it turned out pretty true. While not an absolutely incredible blender, it gets the job done and at the right price. After owning and using it regularly for about a month now, I feel familiar enough with it to give it a review. The jar is glass, and seems sturdy--the blade assembly at the bottom comes apart for easy cleaning. The 'wave' refers to indentations in the glass on each side so the shape is less like a cylinder, making ingredients mix together a little better--and it seems to work, powdery/ground-up ingredients get evenly dispersed throughout. The cap is made of a reasonably flexible plastic. Other complaints that it's hard to remove are well-founded, but if you know what to expect, it's really not bad at all (for example, from the reviews, I assumed it to be a massive pain, when, in fact, it's only a minor inconvenience). The pour spout is very convenient and works well if you're afraid of spilling anything while fighting to get the cap off--and it does stick on there pretty good--and I've yet to have any leakage, even when blending large amounts (a hot tomato bisque filled nearly to the brim didn't leak at all--phew). I've also found that holding the handle and using that thumb to lever up the tab usually gets the lid off without much fuss. The blender itself is pretty loud, I think, movies/music/etc. have to be paused if it's nearby. There are 8 buttons implying 8 different speeds, but on my unit (maybe it's broken?) there doesn't seem to be much difference between the first 4 and last 4 buttons--that is, it seems to be 2 speeds, with the first 4 buttons all being low-speed, and the last 4 buttons being high speed. It still works more than fine, but I could see it causing problems if blending thicker items that need more incremental speed increases. The furthest left and furthest right buttons are pulse buttons--nice to have that in 2 different speeds on a blender at in this price range. Minimal 'hot electric' smell after running at a higher speed for about 30-40 seconds, but chews up ice and frozen fruits (from strawberries to broken-in-half bananas), so really what more can you ask for at this cost?

It’s a solid smoothie blender with good performance and very easy to clean.

Great blender, but having a little bit of trouble with the lid staying on top, but I’ve tried so many that I haven’t liked having to keep my hand on the top is no big deal. This blender is great for everything. I’ve tried to use it for lately and I highly recommend it.

Works great and doesn't struggle to blend ice. When I used it I was surprised how quiet it was.

This blender has everything to hate. If you are blending anything other than a thin liquid, it makes a hole in the middle and never chops up additions. Lots of time pushing things down. Particles get stuck in a channel beneath the blade and is near impossible to dislodge. Even when cleaning you need a pressure washer to remove it or take the whole thing apart. The lid is extremely hard to get on properly and even harder to get off without splashing to contents all over. It says 14 functions but only 6 speed plus high and low pulse. Very loud! I haven't used it a lot due to the frustration when I do use it and then months later I attempt again with the same results. Today I am throwing in the trash. The only good quality is the motor seems very strong, combine that with the rest of it and you have something that's no good. I am going to enjoy throwing it away and save my sanity. It is absolutely the worst blender I have ever used and I am not young. Signed, pos.

The glass blender jar is solid and substanial but the base is flimsy plastic. Also, for those who are concerned about microplastics in food, the lid is black plastic and comes in contact with the contents of the blender jar. Not good. Also, the lid is difficult to secure and it leaks.

The blender started smoking on our very first use from the bottom of the machine. I would not advise on purchasing this product. Very unsettling experience.

Era lo que esperaba.

Amazing wave crusher, from each and every angle it is a great machine, enjoying the smoothies milkshake etc

The jar is of pure glass and too heavy. Nowhere its clear from the description and details of the product. I opted to return the same.

WoW!! First, it arrived in less than 2 days. This blender is Amazing, it does it all and the pitcher is made of GLASS, no poisonous plastic to enter your body. Super easy to clean (even has a self cleaning button) and the price is fantastic for what you are getting, unbelievable. I am so happy with this purchase. Love the design and looks really great!