Hamilton Beach Wave Station Dispensing Blender

We've had this blender for a couple years now. In the first 6 months, the rubber gasket got sliced up and needed to be replaced ($2) and 2 months ago, the blender jar got cracked to the point where it's leaking ($15). Even though it has a 3 year warranty, it wasn't covered by either of these problems.

Overall, great at making smoothies, as long as you add enough liquid to get it going. You may have to shake/stir the chunks at first, but after that, it works great, and the "wave-action" really does work.

I probably would've given it 4+ stars if it was more durable, or if the replacement parts were covered under warranty.

Used it for the first time today and I'm taking it back today! It's the loudest blender I've ever heard, the spout leaks and it takes a long time to get going. I filled it half full with frozen berries, fresh strawberries, OJ, pineapple and banana chunks. Turned it on... LOUD, but no movement. I put in more OJ, shook it... turned it on... no movement. Finally after trying several times and stiring it with a wooden spoon I was able to get it to blend.

I think it goes back to getting what you paid for. If you want a good blender, you have to put out a little more money.

The blender worked ok, but broke after 3 years. I called Hamilton B, and they would not replace it and said they did not have a part to help. She said cars dont work after awhile...whatever, I want my next blender to not fill a landfill after 3 years. Get a nice brand that stands behind their work.