Would it pay to order the Magic Bullet? I happened to watch the infomercial today and wondered if this blender is a worth while investment and if so what suggestions can you offer for using it? Thanks for any input you can give me. I have not had surgery yet but trying to get ready when my day comes. :rolleyes2:

A friend got one for a vegan diet. She said it does shakes well but wasn't successful with heavier foods. They carry them in Target if you want to take a look.

I love my magic bullet! I use it to crush my pills, blend my protein drinks, mix soups, everything! Its the best purchase Ive made in ages!

I rechecked with my friend. What she really didn't like were the vegan recipes themselves. Since abandoning that diet/lifestyle she says she has been happy with her Bullet, especially for salsas. She is going to let me borrow it to try it myself. Sorry for the misinformation. She was pretty vague about her disatisfaction with her investment...I didn't realize it was the diet itself...and a lot of the foods she tried .

I have had mine for two years and love it.I got it at Kohls when it was on sale. The only thing is that the cups are not the same size as your normal blender. Which is good and bad just remember that when you are filling it up to blend it is basically a one serving size. I make my shakes in it then walk out the door with my cup, no pouring and storing the extra that was in the blender.

I have the Hamilton Beach individual serving size blender. Same thing as the magic bullet but only cost $10. Love it.

Thank you all for your input. I will look into the Hamilton Beach before I make my final decision as to which one to purchase. You guys are GREAT. :wub:

I quit using my magic bullet. I found it didn't crush the ice in my protein shake very well. Do you guys use ice in it, and if so, does it work for you? I'm now using a regular blender and it's working well. I do travel quite a bit and wanted to use the bullet, not sure what I'll use now. The blender is a little big to take on trips.

I love my magic bullet that I got at Costco for about $50. I use it every day, take it on trips, love that it comes with lots of cups and I think it makes great shakes. I also like the easy clean ups.

I love my Magic Bullet, but I'd only invest in one if you know you'll use it long term. My Doc doesn't believe in shakes or mushies (except a few weeks post-op and a day or two post-fill), so I only used mine a very short time post-op...however, I have three teens/twenties that use it for smoothies, etc. so it was worth the investment (got mine at Kohl's on sale and with a % off coupon)...about $30, fancier version now at Costco for about $50.

I love my bullet, and use crushed ice before blending, so that might help with the ice problem. Great for blending protein shakes, especially if you are adding more "taste"!

When you travel, although you can't do crushed ice, a ball shaker is awesome! I use this daily for my protein shakes. I love it!

I found an "imitation" Magic Bullet at Penney's in June. I think the brand is "Cooks". It was $15 (with rebate) and it works great. I do have to crush ice a little before using it, but other than that, we love it. The kids are always making milkshakes and it comes with all the cups and lids, just like the Magic Bullet.

Cindy

Thanks Cindy I will check it out. The magic bullet is much more expensive.

LOVE my magic bullet!! Have had it 5 years and I wouldn't dream of going back to a blender! I make tuna and chicken salads in it, love the cream of broccoli soup recipe for it, SMOOTHIES and protein shakes rock in it. Also great for parties... frozen adult beverages baby!

Thank you Jingle. I have pretty much decided to purchase the Bullet. I wanted to wish you good luck with your up coming surgery. Let me know how things go for you post op. I'm hoping to get my surgery down in December. I will be thinking of you and praying for a smooth transition. Keep me posted.