Pierre Blender BL5100

I find the Pierre Blender BL5100 powerful, convenient, and easy to use. The automatic programs and the sturdy glass jug make blending easy. The jug is a bit heavy, but you only notice that when you rinse it out or put it away in the cupboard.

Convenient for on the go

What I really find convenient are the two included blending cups. I blend my smoothie directly in the cup and then take it with me to work. The lid closes securely, so I don't worry about leaks in my bag. I also easily make a small batch, so I don't have to make a smoothie every morning.

Ease of use

What I like about this blender is that I don't have to worry about complicated settings. The automatic programs actually do most of the work. For a smoothie, I press one button and the blender stops automatically when it's ready. Want more control? I adjust the speed myself with the dial. This way, I can precisely control the smoothness of my drink. That works well, because sometimes I want a smooth smoothie, but other times I want a slightly thicker texture.

Powerful and fast

Thanks to the powerful motor, I can easily blend hard ingredients. Frozen fruit, ice cubes, or nuts are effortlessly crushed. I often use frozen fruit for my breakfast smoothies, and the blender doesn't falter. Within a minute, I have a smooth mixture, without any chunks.

Sturdy construction

The glass jar feels sturdy and looks good. It's scratch-resistant and doesn't absorb odors or colors, which I appreciate when I alternate between fruit, vegetables, and nuts. I do notice that the jar is a bit heavy, especially when full. That's not a problem for me, but I can imagine it being less convenient if you often make small portions or have to lift it a lot.

Cleaning

After use, I remove the blades and rinse the jar under the tap. The smooth interior makes cleaning easy. If I've used greasy ingredients, I add a drop of dish soap to the pitcher. I fill it with water and run the blender briefly. After that, it's clean again.

Cups are great for taking smoothies to work. They also don't leave any chunks in the smoothies.

Much faster than my previous blender. Blends frozen fruit, spinach, and the easy things effortlessly. It combines the advantages of several other brands. It comes with separate mixing cups, the blade has hooks that smooth the fruit, and the glass jar doesn't absorb odors.