blendtec (blender) anyone use it ?

[ab]

A couple of co-worker swear by this pricey blender (blendtec).  Anyone use it ?  What's your take on it? 

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[ItsaDuc]

A couple of co-worker swear by this pricey blender (blendtec).  Anyone use it ?  What's your take on it? 

I guess it depends on what you are using it for. I have worked with both vita-mix(top end) and hamilton beach (bottom end) both commercial styles. If you just want to make a margarita or smoothie, dont waste your money on a high end....no need. My background comes from years of bartending and having to make all kinds of ice cream and ice style drinks from scratch, no taylor machines allowed.