Do the extra puree and self-cleaned buttons worth the extra $150? Costco sells moel 6300 for $500 without these 2 buttons. Pls share experience. Thx!!
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They are definitely very convinent ad you just turn the dial and push down on the switch to start the blender. This convinence then frees your hands to go prep other items in the kitchen.
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I my opinion yes they are. The self-clean button especially. We make shakes everyday in our Vitamix and using the self-clean function means there is no washing up to do afterwards
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I really like the self-cleaning feature, but it is not a must. But I use the blender more often because of the ease of cleaning.
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I'll try! My original classic grater seems to have been different than what is offered now. It had a reversible handle (so it was easier for lefties) and I'm pretty sure it had two barrels, however, it was new 10 or so years ago and I think I purchased it at a Pampered Chef party...perhaps they have a special design. It looks to me like the main difference between the classic and restaurant style offered on Amazon is the size of the hopper and the bulk of the plastic it is made from. I went with the restaurant style for exactly those two reasons...we like a lot of cheese AND we use it a lot. The original grater was great (pardon the pun) but the handle did eventually break. It's just a few dollars more and well worth it. In my experience they are only good for hard cheeses and chocolate...I think that is what they were designed for. One hint, if you are grating and there is still cheese in the hopper, but it seems like it's not working efficiently...open the hopper and turn the cheese over so it's grating against a flat edge instead of a rounded one and viola! it's cranking out the grated cheese like crazy. Let me know if you have any specific questions.
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Thanks for responding Tim but this was my second request I just bought one at Home depot and cut it down. I also purchased a new 2 can unit from Home depot for my laundry room for less money than the one can unit which surprised me. Thanks Marshall
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The other customer is referring to the 60 count button the right of the 30 count selection on this Amazon page. I believe the price is $89, ergo, the it doesn't make sense as you could buy 2 30 count for ~$44.
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I wouldn't make a blanket statement about ALL Amazon sellers, but Able's prices are a bit unreasonable. There are other filters for <30USD that not only have the laser cut mesh like the Kone, but an additional ultra-fine wire mesh that gets you pretty close to a paper filter experience, but with a bit more oil/body. Maybe the price is reflected in the fact that Kone is made in the USA? Either way, you have options.
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Just a couple of weeks ago, I went to the Back to Basics website and they had replacement pans for around $5.00 - $6.00. I got busy and didn't order, but when I tried to find the website just about a week later, it seems to have disappeared. I'd definitely be willing to pay for a new pan since my toaster is well over a year old, but I can't find one anywhere. Did they go out of business or something? I miss my homemade egg mcmuffins!
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Now, here is a kicker. On BH site it shows as DISCONTINUED! So what's the replacement if it's the case? I was hesitant to pull a trigger a couple of weeks ago when price was around $435 and obviously have missed the opportunity. However, if this is already an old model, I am very interested in a replacement.
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I returned mine today. I LOVE the concept of the machine but after having 3 messes due to the lid coming off and then it completely falling off at the base today, I didn't replace it. I did notice that Kohl's has a different version and it comes with a gold filter. I am going to try it and see if the extra $10 is just for the gold filter or if they actually improved the machine a bit. Hopefully it doesn't jump like this version everytime the blender turns on.
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True. We bought the one at Costco for $500, and added the Dry Blender for an additional $100 (as well as the spice pack for another $20) (rounding up on all prices). Basically, our out the door price was $657 with tax. Also, since we bought during the demonstration, we received the full 7 year warranty on all items purchased that day. A much better deal than what is being reflected on Amazon, but this requires a Costco Membership, and attending one of the live demonstrations. My wife has been wanting one of these for years, and the demo convinced us to finally make the purchase for her birthday. True. We bought the one at Costco for $500, and added the Dry Blender for an additional $100 (as well as the spice pack for another $20) (rounding up on all prices). Basically, our out the door price was $657 with tax. Also, since we bought during the demonstration, we received the full 7 year warranty on all items purchased that day. A much better deal than what is being reflected on Amazon, but this requires a Costco Membership, and attending one of the live demonstrations. My wife has been wanting one of these for years, and the demo convinced us to finally make the purchase for her... » Read More True. We bought the one at Costco for $500, and added the Dry Blender for an additional $100 (as well as the spice pack for another $20) (rounding up on all prices). Basically, our out the door price was $657 with tax. Also, since we bought during the demonstration, we received the full 7 year warranty on all items purchased that day. A much better deal than what is being reflected on Amazon, but this requires a Costco Membership, and attending one of the live demonstrations. My wife has been wanting one of these for years, and the demo convinced us to finally make the purchase for her birthday. « Show Less
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I would probably recommend the vibrant stainless for esthetics. We did have a problem with the brushed finish on faucets from a different manufacturer. It didn't hold up well so this time we bought the chrome. Incidentally, I did something stupid and broke a part of the Kohler fauctet last week. I contacted the Customer Relations of Kohler, and they are sending me a complete new faucet under warrantee after over two years. It speaks well for the company.
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judging from your comment and my experience, the shelf life is short. think mine lasted about two months and the scroll button failed/malfunctioned. couple days later the right button dumped. ordered a zelotes game mouse. had it a couple months now and like it just fine. little touchy getting the dpi set, but got there. like it just as much, maybe even a little better than the belkin. it definitely is prettier.
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Never considered that option. I am a new owner and the original bucket of cleaning fluid is still pretty fresh. I just punch the button after each shave.
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I realize you must have already made your purchase, but for someone reading the reviews...I own the cheap version, which is stainless steel, by the way. Have had it for 3 years and use it all the time. Don't waste your money on a high priced item. Mine shows no signs of wear and tear and is as sharp as the day I got it! I bought the same version for a friend who now has had it as long as mine and every summer they thank me for giving it to them. I laugh at the high price version!!!
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I bought a remanufactured unit, which was less then the new unit. 349.00 new and 279.00 remfg. I don't know where you found the new unit for 249.00?I have to tell you that I am very pleased with the one I bought.Have not used my regular stove oven since.The convection feature is great.Pizza is the best.Pies are wonderfulCookies are even better.VERY PLEASED.
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I believe each Costco stocks some items that others do not, and I've witnessed different pricing too. It's actually Cheaper to buy the Costco Minoxidil online and you have a choice of 2% or 5%. I used to buy the 2% at the pharmacy counter ($11 to $14), then they raised the price and had it out there in the pharmacy - section where we can help ourselves. I listen to the "Dr Radio show" on Sirius X channel 81, they say it's ok for a woman to use Minoxidil 5% even though the package says that 5% is for men. I didn't mind the 2% because my hair style was not affected by the liquid. Now the 5% makes my hair look greasy, so I only use it before I go to bed & then wash my hair in the morning. As far as expiration dates, I'm just sure not to buy anything expired, but if it expires in your home, only you know if it's been in extreme heat or cold, you'd have to do some research on that. A doctor told me that pills are good for 10 years, and I believe if you have them sealed, they could last for many years. I hope this information helps, thanks for asking.
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I've gone through two 676's now. Heavily used buttons wear out after about 1.5-2 years. I'm researching but will probably buy a third 676 now. Doesn't seem to be anything better for the price. And I've had this problem with lots of remotes, not just Harmony.
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I paid $179.00 plus shipping on a big special new not Ref.-NOT worth over $400 to me because I could never get my wife to use it. .thinking about putting it on Craigs List. the one without a cord I hear is pretty good-bottom line- not as good as a lot of Kenmores that are a lot less $$$. . hope helps you make a decision. . .cd