The time had come to replace my trusted Omniblend V (still working, but I relocated to a different country and couldn't ship everything). Choosing a new blender wasn't an easy task and I went through a lot of reviews, here and elsewhere. Ultimately, the Oster Versa 1400 sounded like the best option. It is said to be as efficient as its Vitamix competitor that is twice the price, and if the BlendTec seemed to mix slightly smoother smoothies, the difference wouldn't be obvious to all but the most hardcore users, and it costs way more.
So I took the plunge. I have to say the first thing I noticed is how good and flattering the Versa 1400 looks, and its commands are simple and convenient. It doesn't offer a timer but there are three pre-programmed cycles for smoothies, soups and dips/spreads, which will stop when complete. The build feels solid and well finished, in particular the jug and its lid: the plastic is thick and pleasant to the touch, and great attention has been paid to details, like the steam vents in the lid (no more holding it into place when blending warm dishwashing water to clean it after use), the neat Versa detailing, the shiny dial or the discreet button lighting.
I've been using my Versa for a couple of weeks now, and I have to say it is making the best, creamiest smoothies I could expect. I've tried blending usually hard-to-blend seeds (flax, chia) and seedy fruits (raspberries, mixed berries) as well as fibrous vegs and frozen ingredients, and I'm happy to report that the Versa 1400 blends them all into oblivion. I've occasionally found a small remnant of formerly frozen fruit (mangos, peaches), but to be honest this happens even with professional blenders, even in shop-bought smoothies (ever got one stuck inside your straw?). So top marks there nonetheless. It's also a lot faster, taking about half the time I used to need with my Omniblend V. The only point where I would have given the latter the advantage is regarding the noise, which seems to be substantially louder. But since you require much less time, I suppose it is an acceptable trade-off.
What's more, it is the first blender I own that pulls off nut butters flawlessly (almonds so far). It will also produce a smooth hummus (and certainly most dips), which my Omniblend V was terrible at (to the point I had purchased a separate smaller Cuisinart chopper/blender for that sole purpose). My only gripe with both nut butters and dips is that it's not too easy to get them out of the jar.
For the practical side, I love the stubby jar that can live on the base unit even on my counter top, still fitting below the upper cupboards. The jar is a breeze to clean -- as with most blenders, throw in warm water with a drop of dishwasher liquid, blend and rinse. I find it takes me a few seconds to fit the jug properly into the base unit's safety mechanism, but I suppose it's a feature worth having. As many others have reported, there is one detail that surprisingly misses the spot, and that's the 3-sided tamper. Given how well thought-out the rest seems to be, it makes this choice even more surprising as it is not as convenient as a cylindrical one.
One final consideration, which for me makes the Versa 1400 a no-brainer: its price. Shipping for about as much as the Omniblend and for much less than a Vitamix or a Blendtec, it still manages to deliver the same level of service as the latter two. Sure, the Ninjas and the NutriBullets start from much cheaper, but they're really in a different category. So if you want to play with the big boys, but can't afford the high price they command or like me you like getting the best value for your money (unless you really, really want a big brand for show, why pay more, seriously?), then the Versa 1400 is just what you need.
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Oster Versa Blender with Low Profile Jar
The Oster Versa Pro Series Blender makes it possible to blend whole fruits, vegetables and more into healthy smoothies and nutritious dishes for optimal nutrition. Its powerful 1400-watt motor and 250 MPH blade speed blend foods to the perfect consistency and freshest taste. Make the most of your ingredients and explore the blendabilities.
Key Features
- 1400-Watt Motor
- 3 Programmed Settings
- Stainless-Steel Blade
- BPA-Free Tritan Plastic Jar
- Tamper Included
- 2 Recipe Books
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BPA-Free Tritan Jar64 oz. BPA-Free Tritan Jar with no-mess spout and easy-to-read measurements. Rubberized handle for non-slip grip and comfort while in use. |
3 Programmed SettingsPulse feature for precise blending control. 3 Programmed Settings for Smoothies, Soups, Dips and Spreads. |
1400-Watt Motor1400 Watts of Power and 28,000 RPMs. Perfect for green smoothies, juices, nut butters, hot soups, sorbets, salsas and more! |
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Stainless Steel BladeChop and grind with a stainless steel blade that spins at 250 MPH. All metal drive system for lasting durability. |
Tamper AccessoryLets you move difficult-to-process ingredients down into the blade for perfect blends. |
Sturdy BasePrevents movement or slipping during operation. |
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| material | Plastic | Plastic, Metal, Stainless Steel | Glass | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
| number of speeds | — | 8 | 10 | 7 | 3 | — |
| wattage | 1400 watts | 1100 watts | 1800 watts | 900 watts | 1200 watts | 1800 watts |
| blade material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Titanium | Stainless Steel | — | Stainless Steel |
| dishwasher safe | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| voltage | 120 volts | — | 100 volts | 120 volts | — | 220 volts |
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Vitamix's less expensive clone.
I settled on this blender after really exhaustive research. This is the closest blender to a Vitamix. I used to make smoothies in the nutribullet till it burned out after 7 months of use. I make smoothies 5 or 6 days a week sometimes twice a day, so I'm surprised really the nutribullet lasted as long as it did. My first smoothie in the Oster Versa was vastly better than any smoothie I had in the nutribullet. Just so much smoother, faster,and easier. I've made ice cream, peanut butter, and whipped cream. All done perfectly and exactly like the Vitamix demos I saw on YouTube. Ok so here's the one small gripe I have. The base has a huge dial in the middle if you want to blend stuff manually. When you turn the dial to any setting except maximum it vibrates back to a low setting. So you have to hold the dial or the blender will vibrate that dial down the scale to a lower setting even though you want it to stay at the higher setting. It can be a little annoying. Other than that I love the thing. Really. For the price and performance I would buy it all over again versus the Vitamix. UPDATE: It's been a while since I bought this blender and here my only complaint. The large speed adjusting knob turns to the left (lowering the speed) on its own. No matter what I do I can't get the knob to stay at the high speed because it keeps turning to the left. I have video of it doing this but I guess Amazon doesn't let you post videos. So hers the speed the blender goes to after I turn it all the way to the right (high).
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