Cuisinart Blender - Smartstick Hand Single-Speed Blender Review

I bought this Cuisinart stick blender to replace a Braun that had given up the ghost. I liked the Braun OK, but this one is much better. The blade guard is deeper so that pieces of frozen fruit in my smoothies don't get caught like they tended to do with the Braun. It makes quick work of mixing, with no mess. The base is detachable from the blade portion, which makes for easy cleanup, and the one-handed operation of the blender is very convenient.

The stainless steel construction feels solid and of good quality. The motor is 200 watts, plenty powerful for mixing soups, potatoes, smoothies, and batters. You can mix right in the pan or bowl, which saves on dirty dishes! (I like that part, too!)

It comes with a 2-cup beaker which is just the right size for my needs. I use the blender most often for smoothies, so I just throw everything into the beaker, put in the blender, and in just a few pulses I have a smooth, creamy treat. What could be easier? I expect this blender to last me a long time!