Tecnora

Tecnora, stainless steel blenders for plastic-free kitchens

Tecnora is a kitchen appliance brand that sells mainly through its online store. Its catalogue focuses on the Culinova blender, a model the company developed, according to its own presentation, because the market lacked a device that met its criteria. The firm maintains that its priority is user health and that to this end it uses durable materials suitable for food contact.

The Culinova blender and its technical features

The main product is the Culinova blender, also marketed as a smoothie maker. It incorporates a 750 W high-torque motor that reaches 21,000 rpm, four functions (pulse and three manual speeds) and double-capacity stainless steel jars: 1.2 litres and 300 millilitres. It allows wet and dry grinding, and includes a detachable built-in stirrer that avoids having to stop the appliance to stir the mixture. The company states that the jars are dishwasher safe.

Safety and materials

The model incorporates the ILSS system, a mechanism patented by the company that prevents the blades from spinning if the lid is not correctly fitted on the jars. The brand insists on replacing plastic and glass with stainless steel, arguing that plastic jars crack and glass jars break. The appliance is CE/UKCA certified.

Colours, prices and terms of sale

The Culinova blender is available in four finishes: Taupe, Ice Blue, Pink and Graphite. The catalogue consulted showed prices ranging from £99.99 to £129.99, with discounts off a reference price of £139.99 on some colours. The store offers free UK delivery, free returns, a two-year guarantee and finance options. Subscribing to the email newsletter entitles you to a 15% discount.

Manufacturing and customer reviews

The company states that its manufacturing facility is located in Mumbai (India). The website includes testimonials from verified customers who highlight the sturdiness of the appliance, the ease of cleaning, the service received and the usefulness of the small jar for preparing nut butters, spices, sauces, smoothies and soups. Among the buyers cited are medical professionals who were looking for a plastic-free blender.