Oster Pro 1200 Smoothie Blender with Glass Jar

Overview

A dual direction blade system is the working part here: the stainless blades reverse as well as spin forward, pulling ingredients back down into the cutting path. A glass jar locks onto a metal drive base, and push buttons select speeds or one of the preset programs.

Glass instead of plastic is the reason to choose this jar, since it resists thermal shock and goes in the dishwasher, and the metal drive carries a long warranty. Against that, the base is a full size countertop unit with a short cord, so it needs a permanent spot near an outlet rather than a cupboard.

Who it's for

Morning smoothie routines and weekend frozen drinks are what the base is built around, with presets that take the guesswork out of timing. Cooks who already own a reliable blender and only want a single serve cup will find the glass jar and base more than they need. Anyone who only ever blends a single serving will get little from the full size jar.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

Results depend on the blade geometry and the motor behind it: a wide blade with reverse spin pulls chunks back into the cutting path, so frozen fruit and ice break down without stopping to stir. The motor starts with a higher burst than its running rating, and that burst is what gets a packed jar moving. Presets run a fixed cycle so the outcome is the same each time; manual speeds and pulse give control when the recipe is unusual.

Specifications