Dossier: Blenders
By Neusa Japiassu
The blender does everything. Mix, grind and blend fruits, greens, vegetables and lighter dough. The models are very diverse: glass or plastic, colored or stainless steel, three or more speeds and numerous functions. Indeed, it is indispensable in the kitchen, as proven by product sales.
From January to September 2020, the revenue in this category was 20.3% higher than the same period of 2019. The reopening of physical stores last June favored the product so much so that sales grew in July, August and September, according to research company GfK. That is exactly why it is the small appliance chosen for the Dossier of this edition.
AGRATTO
FORZA – LQCF
Suggested price on 11/5/2020: BRL 150.00
The device has 850W power, two speeds plus pulse and four blades to easily chop and grind. Prepares various recipes such as juices, smoothies, vitamins, sauces and creams, among others. It has a 1.5-liter jar and a locking system with a total fit in the base. It has a cable holder and non-slip base. It has self-cleaning function. Available in 127 V (LQCF-01) and 220 V (LQCF-02).
ARNO
POWER MAX 1400 EASY CLEANING
Suggested price on 10/29/2020: BRL 309.99
With 15 speeds, it is equipped with the exclusive Powelix PRO blades, with high cutting power and correct angulation to process even the toughest ingredients. With a 3.1-liter cup, it has pulse and self-cleaning functions and a modern panel. With a 1400W power, it shreds everything without leaving pieces, and makes it easy to clean the product thoroughly. Available in red.
BRITÂNIA
REVERT TURBO BLQ1250
It has 12 speeds plus Pulse, Pro Maxx 6 technology, six blades with high grinding power and Revert function, that rotates the blades in both directions. With 1200W of power, it grinds, mixes, chops and blends any type of food, including the hardest. The cup has a capacity of 3 liters and easy fitting system. Equipped with filter, lid that allows to serve without removing it and measuring cap.
CADENCE
ROBUST 1.000 W CONTRAST
Suggested price on 11/5/2020: BRL 179.90
The blender has a rotary knob, 12 speeds and a pulse function. It has 1000W power and stainless-steel blades, enough to grind and mix any type of food. It has a 3.3-liter jar and antimicrobial agent which removes fungi and to separate pomace which can be used as a meter.
ELECTROLUX
EXPRESSIONIST – BLP50
Suggested price on 11/6/2020: BRL 959.90
With 900W power, grinds ice, seeds and all kinds of dough. It has a removable blade coated with titanium, a glass jar with a total capacity of 2.1 liters and fits on both sides of the appliance base. Its exclusive TruFlow® technology creates an irregular vortex to reduce the formation of bubbles in the mixture. Panel with pre-programmed functions and a brushed steel finish.
MONDIAL ELETRODOMÉSTICOS
TURBO INOX – L-1200 BI
Suggested price on 11/9/2020: BRL 219.90
Blender with 1200W power, 3,0 liters family-sized cup and 12 speeds plus Pulse. It has a knife with six super-sharpened stainless-steel blades, which make grinding food more efficient. It has a quick-fit system and filter function, that is, the fruit enters and the juice or filtered sauce comes out. Lid with a measuring cup and self-cleaning. Available in 127 V and 220 V.
OSTER
BLENDER 1400 FULL – OLQ610
Suggested price on 11/5/2020: BRL 229.90
The model chosen for this Dossier has an antimicrobial plastic jar with a capacity of 3.2 liters. Comes with 100ml measuring cap, which facilitates the preparation of recipes with the right measure, emphasizes the company. It has 1400W power and 15 speeds, which make it possible to work at the ideal pace for each type of recipe.
PHILCO
BLENDER PLQ1400
The black PLQ1400 model, with 1400W power, has 11 speeds and turbo, pulse and self-cleaning functions. It is indicated to make vitamins, sauces and creamy soups. Also, it has the function of crushing ice. Its jar, with a knife with six ultra-sharp and resistant blades, has a capacity of 3.2 liters and a quick and practical fitting system. This appliance has a nonslip base.
PHILIPS WALITA
DAILY TURBO DURAVITA – RI2113
Suggested price on 10/28/2020: BRL 179.90.
It has five speeds, combined with the pulse function, and 700W power. Equipped with the innovative Problend 4 system, it has the technology that brings together a set of four-pointed blades with a different design, which help to mix and grind the ingredients. Unbreakable Duravita jar with a capacity of 2 liters.
TRAMONTINA
PRO CHEF
Suggeted price on 11/6/2020 BRL 4,274.05
Produced with matted cast aluminum, it has 2,000W power, six blades, high speed or slow options for crushing ice, liquefying and aerating soups and smoothies, undoing heavy ingredients in puree, without having to add liquids, and grinding spices. LCD panel with timer for pre-programmed configurations, auxiliary cap with pull ring and measuring cover. Impact resistant 2-liter Tritan cup, dishwasher safe.
Source: Eletrolar News Magazine 139