Blendtec is a division of K-TEC incorporated and was started in 1975 by Tom Dickenson. Tom's first product was a home use miller for grinding wheat. It combined a vacuum cleaner motor and a milling chamber. The wheat miller was a huge success and allowed Blendtec to move into producing other home appliances.

They started manufacturing commercial blenders that were used in smoothie shops, restaurants, and bars. Blendtec was truly innovative in the commercial market, adding many unique features to their blenders. Some even had motors built into the countertop at bars.

Due to their tremendous success in the commercial market, Blendtec has been able to move into the home market. They called this line of products "Blendtec Fine Living." These home blenders are just as strong and well-made as their commercial blenders. Their home blenders have become one of their most popular products. Here are a few of the models they have to offer.

The Blendtec Total Blender

If you've seen some of the crazy videos online you know what we're talking about here. Tom Dickenson uses this blender to blend all sorts of wild things. You can see him throw in and blend iPads and golf balls. All of them have been shredded to dust. Blending up your smoothie will be a piece of cake with this blender.

You get a three horsepower motor on this baby. With the touch of a button you can access up to six programmable settings. Blendtec's unique Smart Touch technology is also added in. With this tech, the speed and power of the engine adjusts according to the ingredients being blended. It will cut off when complete. You also get a choice of two or three quart containers. A three year warranty on all parts is also included.

Blendtec Connoisseur

This is a very exclusive, top of the line blender. The Connoisseur is set up to be built into the top of your kitchen counter. This blender is great for kitchen renovations or for use in custom built homes. It has an elegant look. The stainless steel modern platform is also a nice addition. The Connoisseur comes with a table top base that can be moved. It also has a powerful 1,560 watt motor. Add in the three year warranty and this one's a keeper.

The Mix n' Blend Machine

The Blendtec shops have really outdone themselves with this mixer and blender combo machine. It has 1,000 watts of engine power and a button that will automatically knead bread. This cool feature works just like a bread maker. You also get 5 automatic mixing cycles from the touchpad in addition to 8 different blender cycles. This can really save you a lot of time. In addition, you'll get a large 64 ounce blender container and a full 4 quart bowl for mixing.

Overall Blendtec offers fantastic quality blenders. You pretty much get what you pay for with the Blendtec. They run about $400 but they are well worth the price. Consider the Blendtec a high value investment. It will blend almost anything you can throw at it and it should last you for years.