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- The Pro Line has a one-piece design, which reduces leakage, and cord wrap.
- Owners say this blender makes quick work of ice -- a task many machines can't handle. The Pro Line's blades aren't removable, so you should clean this type of blender with a sponge attached to a long stick or a long-handled brush.
Professional testers call the Pro Line an excellent all-around performer. Owners posting to Amazon.com agree, giving this blender near-perfect scores. They say that it looks great and works beautifully. Complaints tend to be minor and center on color choice (there is none) and size. Although it's pricey, the Pro Line might be a good choice if price is no object, or if you need a blender for semi-professional use.
We read a single but highly credible review of this blender in Cook's Illustrated magazine. In addition, a handful of owners have posted their own reviews of this machine to Amazon.com, Cooking.com, and Epinions.com.
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1. Cook's Illustrated MagazineDetails/Subscribe
Testers at Cook's Illustrated call the Pro Line a "solid all-around performer" with intuitive controls. They consider its medium speed to be superfluous.
Review: Sizing Up Souped-Up Blenders, Editors of Cooks Illustrated, July/August 2006
2. Amazon.com
Five owners have published reviews of the KitchenAid Pro Line blender that average 5 stars (out of 5). Owners say that this blender is powerful, sleek, and easy to clean. They add that it makes quick work of ice -- a task many blenders can't handle.
Review: Review of the KitchenAid KPCB348PNP Pro Line, Contributors to Amazon.com, As of February 2008
3. Epinions.com
Three owners have posted reviews of this blender, and most comments are positive. Owners say that this blender is sturdily built, easy to clean, and attractive design. One owner says that his blender leaks at the base of the jar.
Review: Reviews of the KitchenAid KPCB348PPM, Contributors to Epinions.com, As of February 2008
4. Cooking.com
This blender earns an average rating of 4.6 stars in 5 reviews. Most owners are happy with this blender, which they say is efficient and powerful.
Review: Reviews of the Nickel Pearl Bar Blender, Contributors to Cooking.com, As of February 2008
