I recently got the new Jack LaLanne's Power Juicer Ultimate at that big box store I lovingly call "CostLo".
Improvement? If you are one of the many who has lost the key, this change solves your problem.
Down side: I think the old key lock blade juicer was more efficient and slightly less noisy*.*My opinion, may not be scientific fact. [*=disclaimer aka CYA]
Up side: Two less parts, i.e, no key and the new combined Filter/Blade. There used to be the a 2 part Filter and Blade that was locked together with the key. Now both parts are one piece that snugly fits into the "Receptacle" which receives the juice and has a spout by which the juice flows into your jar or glass.
The most recent model with a key had a magnet on the key so I just stuck it on a metal appliance when not in use. However, I know folks lost the key, rendering the old model useless, and found my post directing them to where to order a new key online. The parts for the Jack LaLanne are cheap. I advise you get 2 keys if you have the key model juicer.
Overall, the Jack LaLanne's is an affordable, entry level juicer, suitable for the first time juicer who signed up for a little juice fast or feast, any juicing newbie or seasoned juicer who wants a clean, pulp-free juice. I use mine daily. I find that this juicer is not as efficient with greens, especially baby greens, but it is good for most other fruits and vegetables*. *My opinion, may not be scientific fact.
The juicer I purchased at "CostLo" came with a 190 page full color Recipe Collection Book. The Recipe Book has General Guidelines for juicing that include special suggestions for juicing Carrots, Leafy Greens (roll them up in a bunch, [like a cigar] feed into chute, and follow by a juicier fruit or veg such as cucumber, celery, or tomato), juicing Citrus, Melons, berries, etc.
The Recipe Book also has charts of fruits and vegetables ideal for juicing, those that have large juice content, those that are more challenging, and those not to juice! -- For example, DON'T juice banana, avocado, and coconut, though they are whole foods that can be eaten or, in the case of banana, avocado, added to smoothies.
The Recipe Book has a "Juice and Pulp Yield Per Produce" chart and recipes for using pulp! The JUICE RECIPES are the bulk of the book and there are over 100 color photos of beautiful juice presentation ideas.
With tax, I paid less than (close to) $100 for the Juicer, complete with Operating Manuel, Quick Start Guide, Instructional DVD, Recipe Book, and very good quality cleaning brush. Plus, "CostLo" has a great return or exchange policy. Always be sure you can return a juicer for full refund before you buy! I learned this rule the hard way with one of those high priced juicers:(
If you don't have the $400 many of the other trendy juicers cost, the Jack LaLanne's Power Juicer is a serviceable, affordable, juicer you can use every day, with excellent instructions and information for the beginner or seasoned juicer.
*I do not sell juicers and no one pays me to write these reviews. I purchased this juicer at full price from the store just like anyone else. I hope this information helps you. If you have any questions, just ask. If this saved you some time or money, consider a donation on the secure PayPal DONATION button near the top of the blog. Thanks for your support.
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