Just received this product today and felt complelled to write a review after running through 3 different juice recipes. A very solid and attractive small appliance; gives the immediate impression of being durable and well made. It does take up a fair bit of space, but nothing that makes it unwieldy (and I have a very small kitchen). Very easy to put together right out of the box and, after a quick clean, it was off to juicing paradise. The first recipe in the user's manual was a hit with me and my daughter (4 Granny Smith apples, 3 carrots, and 4 pieces of celery). I threw in a handful of strawberries I had just to add a little more colour. It produced a full pitcher; enough for 4 medium sized glasses (with ice). The pulp was dryer than I expected. No mess, no splattering all over, and no dripping all over the counter. Clean up was very quick and easy; probably 5 minutes in total. When juicing ingredients that have a greater water content (e.g. tomatoes), the pulp was noticeably moister. But, that is to be expected. I can see myself using this regularly because of the ease of use and quick clean-up. It is moderately loud, but I wouldn't expect it to be whisper quiet. The neighbours have not complained about the noise, and my 4-year-old did not run and crawl under her bed. I can't address the reliability of this item, but having bought other Breville items in the past, I can only assume it will last for more than a few years with regular use and appropriate care. I would certainly recommend this item to others looking for a very good middle-of-the-road juicer.
| Brand | Breville |
|---|---|
| Model Number | JE98XL |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Product Dimensions | 35.79 x 32 x 41.71 cm; 4.58 kg |
| Capacity | 1 liters |
| Power/Wattage | 850 watts |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Material | Plastic |
| Auto shut-off | No |
| Number of Speeds | 2 |
| Special Features | Programmable |
| Item Weight | 4.58 kg |
