Having previously stayed in the possession of two low-level mixers, but who had given up the ghost after only a short time.
The Philips HR 2096 is a solid unit, with high stability, ease of use and good knives. It is easy to clean (preferably always immediately after use) and the glass mug too!
I use the blender for preparing green smoothies daily and the results are exactly as I hoped it to me hatte- just great!
Ice I have once gecrusht that went too!
I hope that he will continue to do so well and I am happy to give 5 stars!
Addendum of 07/09/2013
I own the device now a year and have to say that the mixer is getting louder. I trust myself no longer consideration for neighbors in the morning what to mix. Very, very bad! I really did not think.
Unfortunately, that has to give deduction of points !!!!
I can now recommend restricted the device.
Addendum dated 12:08:14
Thanks to a tip of another customer, I have returned the device for repairs within the warranty period some time ago. I was told that a repair is not possible and asked if I would like to have the money back or a new device.
I had then decided to use a new device and can say right now that it's ok, but the knife now begin to rust somewhat.
So why only 3-4 star.