Blender, juicer or hand blender? Guide to choosing a blender and juicer in Iraq
Short answer
For juices, smoothies and daily grinding, take a jug blender with a grinder. For whole fruit juice like apple and carrot, a centrifugal juicer. For oranges and lemons, a citrus juicer is faster and cleaner. For soups, eggs and purees, a hand blender. For work and the gym, a small rechargeable portable blender.
Home made juice is healthier and cheaper, but every appliance has its job. This guide explains the difference and ends with a comparison of every blender and juicer we sell at today’s prices.
The types
Jug blender with grinder: for juice, smoothies and milkshakes; the grinder is for coffee, cardamom and spices. Silver Crest with a 2 litre jug, and the BARDEFU 6 in 1 with a food processor.
Centrifugal juicer: put whole fruit through the wide chute and clear juice comes out. Good for apples and carrots.
Citrus juicer: for oranges and lemons, with a press lever or automatic.
4 in 1 hand blender: a handheld blender for soups and purees in the pot, with a chopper and whisk.
Rechargeable portable blender: charges by USB; make your juice and drink it from the same cup at work, the gym or in the car.
Magic slush cup: a silicone cup you freeze and then squeeze by hand to turn juice into slush, no electricity.
What to check
- What you make most: clear juice, smoothie or grinding.
- Jug size: 2 litres is enough for a family.
- Easy cleaning: parts that come off and wash quickly.
- Corded or rechargeable: rechargeable for moving around and small amounts.
Tips
- Cut hard fruit into small pieces.
- Never run a blender empty.
- Wash it right after use so the pulp does not stick.
Compare the products
Blenders & juicers
Free delivery across Iraq in 24 to 48 hours, cash on delivery and a 30-day return guarantee.
Questions
What is the difference between a blender and a juicer?
A blender blends the whole fruit with its fibre, so the drink is thick like a smoothie. A juicer separates the juice from the pulp, so the juice is clear.
Citrus juicer or fruit juicer?
For oranges, lemons and grapefruit, a citrus juicer is faster and easier. For apples, carrots, pomegranates and hard fruit, a centrifugal juicer.
Can a rechargeable blender crush ice?
A small portable blender is for juice, smoothies and soft fruit. For ice and big quantities, use a corded jug blender.
What is a 4 in 1 hand blender?
A handheld blender you put straight into the pot for soups and purees, with a small chopper, a whisk for eggs and cream, and a measuring cup.
Is delivery free and how do I pay?
Delivery is free to every governorate of Iraq in 24 to 48 hours, you pay cash on delivery, and you have a 30-day return guarantee.