SMEG BLF01CRUK 50S RETRO STYLE BLENDER
Size: 39.7cm x 19.7cm x 16.3cm
(H x W x D)
Capacity: 1.5L
Power: 800W
Key features: Make soups and frozen drinks with its thermoresistant jug
● Speed settings can be adjusted while blending ● Stylish retro design
The low down: Style meets substance in the SMEG 50s Retro Style blender. It’s at the top end of our price scale, but we believe it’s a worthy investment, thanks to its versatility, functionality and style credentials (choose from seven colours).
The 800W motor and generous 1.5L jug make this an ideal blender for a range of culinary dishes, from smoothies to savoury sauces. Better still, the plastic jug is thermoresistant so you can whip up hot and cold concoctions, and it features measurements, which is helpful when you need to add specific amounts to your blends. The lid doesn’t lock in so it’s worth holding down on it for larger quantities. It offers three pre-set functions – ‘smoothie’, ‘ice crush’ and ‘pulse’ – as well as four different speed settings.
An ergonomic handle and anti-slip feet make it comfortable to use and its moderate size won’t take up too much space on your countertop.
The blades are a little fiddly to remove, but once taken out they are simple to clean and the jug can be popped in the dishwasher.