Healthmaster Blender Reviews

The blender started out just fine, then the motor started making this loud noise, & with metal shaving, coming from the bottom of the pitcher. Also the blades in the pitcher are loose & it leaks. I would like to have a new blender or a refund.

Health Master Elite - I'm soooo hurt. I used my blender twice and all of a sudden I threw a Halloween party and tried to use it then boom!! No action. So embarrassing. I was proud to hand these guys $250. I thought I was paying for quality but instead I got $250 taken away from me. Not cool at all. People work hard for their money and we deserve nice things. You knew the value of this blender was nothing so why on earth would you put it out there for us to purchase. You guys should be ashamed of yourselves. I brag so much on this blender when I got it. I even recommended it to a few family and friends. I'm actually afraid to call and ask if theirs still working. I need to be reimbursed or send me a better blender. It's not fair. Please, please, please replace my blender. Please. :(

Like other people I thought I could trust Montel Williams and was buying a high quality blender. Used it a few times and then it stopped working. This company stole $200 from me. Don't waste your money on this blender.

I bought this blender 2013. Today my wife was making a water melon juice today and the machine started smoking and stopped working completely. It shut down the electricity in the kitchen. I called customers service soon after that and spoke to Felicia who eventually transfers me to another department and then spoke to Brian who explained to me that this machine THE HEALTHMASTER FROM MONTEL had been discontinued already but they will replace it with another unit that have the same lifetime warranty on the motor and same power as the HealthMaster. He also told me that I should be getting an email on next 24 to 48 hours with a confirmation and a tracking number. The unit should arrive in seven to ten days. I cannot wait to see my new unit.

I purchased the Healthmaster 6 six years ago and I had a wonderful time making smoothies in it. It has some flaws which needs to be corrected but it's a great product. For one, there needs to be some material at bottom of the pitcher that can stay in place after constant usage. I notice after constant use materials start coming off the pitcher. There is a brownish to black slime that lines the top of the pitcher after use. This should not be. I like the product because it's affordable and it's actually better than another well know blender that I purchased after I bought the Healthmaster and there is no comparison. I upgraded myself to the Healthmaster Elite and was very happy with until the pitcher started coming apart so I ordered a new pitcher. If you fixed these things, this would be top of the line high quality product which would give Vitamix a run for their money.

I hear multiple negative reviews for HealthMaster, but my experience has been very POSITIVE as far as their customer service is concerned. Yes, after 2 years of use the motor went out and they replaced it with a brand new Health Master. Then after 3 years of use of the new replacement machine, the motor went out again and AGAIN they replaced it with a brand new unit. They have given me no hassles and no problems with the return. I say they have exceptional customer service and back up their warranty. At least this is what I've experienced. Also, I love the machine...it's made some great smoothies and looking forward to using it for many more years!!

Blender not working. Motor is dead. Used it only a couple of times and stored because of it size. Took out to use it again and it was dead.

Upset!!!

I'm so upset that I wasted my money on this blender. It worked for about a month and it died. I called to complain about it, so they said I will need to pay $50.00 for a new part which they figured it was the cup that was broken, but they ended up sending me a whole new one. It was a different style, it only worked 3 times and since then is in storage. I figured forget about it, I'm not going to keep paying money every time I call and complain about it. It's a shame that Montell is making money out of a blender that is so called life time guaranteed.

Purchased and stored, because of the large footprint it took up, built a new home with more counter space and plugged it in. DEAD, never got to use it, and by the way, it's out of warranty! QVC doesn't care either. Nice, 250$ pissed away -- disgusting. Thanks Montel.

Healthmaster Blender was given to me as a gift from family several years ago. I was using it regularly and the last several times it had a brown slime on the bottom of the pitcher. I called the customer service and was told product no longer made and no parts available. We are talking over $200 for something with a lifetime warranty on motor. This product is a scam and monies should be refunded.

We also had one use of this machine before it stopped working. I did not even get a smoothie as my son had the one and only drink it ever made. Montel Williams is a thief a should be put in jail. All that is is outright FRAUD! I know he has MS but that doesn't give you liberty to steal from hard working people. Him and that psychic or should l say nonpsychic should be ashamed. A bunch of FRAUDSTERS!

I was gifted this blender new some time ago and it was supposed to have a lifetime warranty. During the third time I used it, the motor smelled funny and stopped working. My wife called the number listed for support and they said that because this model was no longer made it is no longer supported under its "Lifetime" warranty. I find that to be a violation of that warranty. If they aren't willing to abide by their own warranty, I suggest that people should no longer buy this product. I would think that if it has a lifetime warranty and they no longer make the model, they should replace this with the newer model.

Used once and it was such a pain in the ** to assemble with all the locking mechanisms. I got frustrated and stored it. A year later (today: 6/12/16) got it out and you guessed right. All locking mechanisms in place, reset done, two different power sources tried and a no go. It was like I handed someone $250.00 and said enjoy! I work hard for my money. What a piece of junk!!! Hopefully the company went bankrupt... shame on them!!!

While my husband was making a smoothie, the blender started smoking and a hole appeared in the bottom. Since I am Canadian, I had to pay a whole lot more than American consumers for this product. I haven't had it that long, so it's very frustrating and it will be expensive to replace it.

I purchased my blender in 2013. I have used it maybe 5 times and this time while using it just died. This blender cost me $200. What a ripoff. I was reading other reviews, and we all seem to have the same problem. I propose we file a class action suit against the company.

I was making a smoothie and it started leaking out the bottom. The last time I used it it had a brown substance around the bottom of the blender.

My family has owned this product for 2 years, but only used it a dozen times or so. It smells awful when in use and a greasy brown slime appears at the base of the blender pitcher. Today, when using it to make a smoothie, it smoked, caught fire, and sent hot metal/plastic shards flying around the kitchen causing bodily harm. This product isn't just garbage; it's dangerous. This product's liability needs to be addressed.

My experience with this blender is exactly the same as the majority of other reviewers here. I purchased this highly touted appliance through Montel's infomercial - big mistake. I used it a few times a week for about three months, solely to make smoothies. The one time I attempted to make soup it was so scary that I aborted the mission after just a few minutes. I thought that it was going to burn my house down, and it was supposed to go on like that for a very long time. After the few months of smoothie making, it just stopped working. It will reluctantly turn on, but instantly shuts down when any other button is pushed. It's been sitting in my basement for almost two years because I've been too angry and disgusted to deal with it. I was duped, along with many, many other people. What can be done about this?

I purchased my blender in June 2014. I did not purchased the extended warranty. I called the company today using the phone number provided by one of the customers on this website. I was ready for a fight and a runaround. To my surprise I DID NOT have to fight with the customer service department at all. The customer service floor supervisor Christina was professional and attentive to my needs. She said that model was discontinued and asked if she could transfer me to the parts department to handle my request. The representative in the parts department Brian was professional and pleasant. He informed me that he could send me another blender - a new better blender. All I had to pay was $19.99 for shipping and handling and the unit should arrive in 7 to 10 business days. Looking forward to receiving my new better unit soon. I will let you know if Tristar held true to their promise when I receive the unit.

I was so excited when I first purchased this machine that worked really good, especially by emulsifying very well. I am attaching proof of purchasing a Health Master, which lasted only three years. I did it through Amazon.com, however it is unbelievable that such a very well-known product worked only for so little. I am really disappointed. By November 2015, one day, I just turned it on (as normally), and it was totally dead even when I didn't use it everyday, just from time to time... I am attaching proof of my purchase in 2012, and also proof of new purchasing. But this time (unfortunately for your firm) from Vitamix, since I couldn't count on Health Master for very long. I think it was not fair to pay so much for a blender (supposed to last at least 8 years) that lasted barely three years. What a POOR PRODUCT!

My 76 year old mom spent $269.94 (including a 6 year warranty) on this piece of ** appliance and gave it to me as a Christmas gift in 2012. I did not ever use it until I attempted to make a smoothie on 04/03/2016. When I plugged it in, NOTHING! Please read my review and comments below and you can get your unit replaced FREE OF CHARGE with a superior product. If you purchased a warranty, the remainder of your warranty will convey to your new unit. If this information provides relief for even one person my job is done and I am happy! Please read below!

Well I like the rest of all you, paid top dollar for the 'so called' best machine in the world... My 4th time using it never came to be... Loaded it up with my fruits and veggies to make my smoothie and it would not turn on... I am so bummed, and like the most of you I paid over 250.00 for it. I thought for sure it was going to be a good product because Montel put his name on it. The rest we all know the same thing that lifetime guarantee was a BIG FAT LIE.

Extremely dissatisfied with the Healthmaster Elite I purchased after watching Living Well Montel's promotion of the blender. It was very expensive. After about 20 uses to make protein shakes, it started smoking and reeking of smoke. I only used it once to make soup (this was highlighted in the promotion of the blender) but thank goodness I never left it to complete processes unattended as I feel it would have caught fire. It should be removed from the market with a huge warning to consumers.

I purchased the Healthmaster a few years ago and it was horrible, nothing like how it was portrayed on tv. First of all, it was not as easy to use. Secondly, I used it 3 times before it burned out. It was a very heavy machine. I didn't realize that before I bought it. But, most importantly, I wasted money I didn't have to waste. I learned a valuable lesson because I had it awhile before I opened it and used it, so the fourth time, it wouldn't do anything. You could just smell a burning smell. I guess I burned it up making daiquiris. I hadn't even attempted to make smoothies yet. I totally wasted my money because they said there was nothing they could do about it. I wish I could rate it a ZERO. I would have to look for the receipt, don't know if I still have it. Don't want anything, just wanted to give my review.

I bought two blender with seven year warranty. Now my blender is leaking. Customer service told me ship it back plus $29.99 other hand company is discontinue. Before they were sending the shipping label free but now you have to pay. WHY???

My blender also has a lifetime warranty. I have called to have replaced because it smokes and they told me they no longer make it. No replacement, no refund. This is a total scam. I spent a lot of money on this. They should be held accountable and refund our money. We need a lawsuit. I can't believe Montel put his name on this product and nobody is standing behind this piece of junk!

I do not think I have even used it a dozen times in the two years I have had it. It always smells hot and starts smoking every time I have used it. I have used it exclusively for smoothies. Now, yesterday, I just used it for the last time, as the ball bearings and the metal piece on the bottom of the pitcher, has been chewed up and smoking hot. This is a dangerous piece of kitchen equipment. I cannot believe that I paid so much money for it. Walmart would have been a better choice with a cheaper one, plus I might get a little customer service. VERY DISSATISFIED! Now, that I have read countless other complaints, I see that it is the same flaws and defects for all of them.

I was excited like others about this product. I should of listened to my husband. The product started smelling like burnt tires and it would smoke. I WANTED TO ORDER THE PART NO PRODUCT. I was furious. I used it 5 times and the bearings started coming out like bebes. I need to be refunded for the product sold to me. Sorry to say I was also taken and lost money. It was my birthday gift. Taken.

I realized that a dark ooze was on the bottom of the blender pitcher and on the top of the motor after blending a smoothie. I wondered what might be in my smoothie, so I blended some plain water... After blending, I looked at the color of the water, it is obvious that the dark brown ooze that was on the outside is also in the water... therefore, it was also in my smoothie. Again, the dark brown ooze was also on the bottom of the blender and top of the motor as well. Do NOT buy this machine.

After one year of usage and not everyday HealthMaster Elite burnt out. It started smoking like crazy. Guess many people got taken by this product that Montel promoted but doesn't back. Oh plus it's made in China!

I have had my machine about a year and it just quit working... Tried calling to get it replaced and they said they could not do that... I would have to buy a new one. I would not recommend this machine to anyone. I would like my $200 back please.

I have seen so many complaints on Montel Williams product the Healthmaster. It was very expensive, & I purchased mine on QVC. When I first bought it I used it a few times and then put it away for awhile. The very next time I took it out, absolutely nothing happened. When I go online to read reviews everyone is saying the exact same thing. He has one star out of close to 100 reviews. Usually QVC is very good in offering people refunds, but I do not understand why nothing is being done about the Healthmaster. I was sad to see that people are still purchasing it with posts just in January.

I bought the HealthMaster in 2012. I was told if the motor stop working that I have a hundred years warranty. The machine worked fine at first. I did not used it much because of the big picture. I used my smaller On-The-Go blender instead. I can count the times on 10 fingers I've used the HealthMaster since I've had it. I put it away for about 3 years without using it. I pulled it out on Christmas of 2015 to make me and my family some frozen drinks. I made one pitcher, but when I went to make a second pitcher it stopped working. It completely shut down. It stopped working in the process. I was trying to get a working number. I went to this website. All of the complaints were just like mine. I'm very upset that I wasted my $250. I am a part time worker for the Board of Education. I work very hard like so many others and I don't have money to throw away. I would like to be refunded my money. Sincerely, unsatisfied customer.

Today, I called customer service for Montel Williams Health Master/Living Well Montel about my Healthmaster blender model YD2088D which broke while I was using the product, the motor gave out. When I purchased the blender they said it had a lifetime warranty on the motor. I've used it 4 times. When I called they said they quit selling it about 1 yr. ago. They no longer make that model. They do not have parts or service them either. Basically I'm out the $200 plus I spent on it plus shipping and handling. I looked online and this has happened too many times. I should have checked out Montel Williams before I bought it. They didn't stand by their product. It is made by Tristar.

Like everyone else used my blender couple times a week. Been in Florida for 6 months. Came back, tried to use and like everyone else nothing. Paid a lot and was to last. Tried to contact. No such number. After seeing reviews I guess l am just out the money but wanted to add my bad luck.

I purchased Montel Williams HealthMaster and It stopped working! What happened to the warranty you talked about? Please send me my replacement! Or send me my $200.00 back! I purchased my HealthMaster from HSN. How do we start a class action lawsuit? Look at all of the complaints on the HealthMaster!! Stand by your Products Montel Williams!

Warning - don't waste your money. My husband bought this as a gift. Loved it for about a year then it began to smell and smoke. It finally gave out completely. Wish we could get our money back.

Machine only lasted a little over 1 year. Motor cut out. Can't contact them.

I purchased a living well health blender and like so complaints I just noticed. I purchased one a few years ago wanting to get healthy, but had to move to my sisters house so I Put in storage. And when I got it out and tried to use it I NEVER USE IT AND IT WOULD NOT COME ON AT ALL. And when I called all they could say was it was discounted and that was it. I pay about 150.00 a few years back on the TV with my credit card which I couldn't afford.

Had it 1 yr and no power. Don't sell stuff if you can't back your product. I can't get a hold of them but when I wanted to purchase it was here in 3 days. Wth.

Have had this blender a little over a year. Sporadic use. Plugged it in and lo and behold it does not turn on. Just died. No burning smells like some others, just nothing! This is a complete waste of money. Save yourself the anger at Mr. ** for marketing such an inferior product and shop elsewhere.

I used the Health Master I purchased in 2009 all but 20 times. Used it recently and smell burning and it wouldn't cut on. The number on the brochure is disconnected. This is trash and I should have bought the Jack Lalanne or Vitamix. Montell you need to refund us all of our money.

It was very loud and before too long I started smelling burning metal. When I would take it apart to clean I saw metal shavings and rust. Eventually it just stopped working. I only used it for about a year and the use was average, not every day.

I purchased the blender based on the TV ad with Montel Williams. The blender is extremely loud and it worked, but not like the TV infomercial showed. I was frustrated with the unit and paid 200.00 for it. The recipes were good, yet the trouble I had blending all ingredients never worked. I can say the total usage was less than 30 times and it started smoking when I was purée cooked pumpkin. My purchase date was around the 1st week of February 2012.

Model# JLA-8 health master elite blender - I use my blender every other week for a special smoothie drink. It has always smelled like wires burning and was told that was normal it would go away. It never did. I took it out after two weeks to mix up my smoothie and no lights, nothing, completely dead.

Unfortunately I bought two Montel Williams Health Master Elite and one of them broke down - the engine just gave out and quit! So I called customer service to see what the process was for fixing or replacing. To my surprise she told me they no longer make them and that there was nothing they could do! So I asked about the lifetime warranty on the motor itself, and she kept apologizing and said "I'm sorry ma'am but we no longer make the machine." I said “So let me understand. The $250 I paid for this machine is lost because you no longer make them!” She apologized again and said “Yes ma'am. We cannot replace what we no longer make!” So I asked “Well what do you make?” And she named three items. One included a juicer and I hung up! No need to waste my time any longer! I should have went with a more reputable company and purchased a Vitamix!

HealthMaster is the worse blender l have ever used. This is the 5th blender l bought from them but all keep breaking down after few month of use. l love big blenders that is why l keep buying after each breakdown but I'm so disappointed because they are all bunch of rubbish. Their product is the worse product. It does not last. Pls everyone stay away.

Bought the blender from TV ad, used it very little, had put it in storage for almost a year, took it back out. Made several smoothies and the bearings on the motor are already going. For what I paid for the blender I really thought I was buying a high end blender, for what little I have used this blender I am truly UNSATISFIED with the longevity of its performance. Feel I could of bought a cheaper model and had the same results. DO NOT FEEL THE BLENDER WAS WORTH WHAT I SPENT. Of course I no longer have the receipt so am sure there is nothing the company will do to help out a unsatisfied consumer. I was excited when I first received my blender but now it is definitely not a blender I would recommend to anyone.

I too, like many of the users have purchased the HealthMaster Elite. Not only did I buy one in March of 2013, I bought a second one for my other house in September of 2013. Well, today, after purchasing all the materials for a nice shake, finally pulled out #1 from under the counter, where it Sat for a good year maybe, and nothing. Same as everyone else. No lights, no power, nothing. Like there is a fuse inside that blew. Maybe there is... Perhaps I should get it out of the dumpster and take it apart and look. Hard to imagine that so many users of this product report the same problem. Just waiting to get to my other house to find that one is on the blink too. There has been talk about a class action suit. There have been lawsuits on much thinner grounds than these. Anyone???

I bought the Healthmaster based on Montel's sales pitch. He should refund all the ones that have failed! Mine failed just like all the ones on this website! What a piece of junk. Should have bought the Vitamix made in USA not China! When new it would smell of burning oil. Used very little and finally burned up nearly burnt my kitchen up! Someone needs to look into this more. Where is the government when needed? Montel you should be ashamed to have your name on this piece of junk!

YD 2088E blender I have is leaking from the bottom around the blade after 2 weeks used 2 times a day. I received this as a gift.

I wanted to purchase this juicer for a while. Also seeing Montel was endorsing it was a big plus for me. Seeing he has had major health issues and this was why I wanted to start a lifestyle change. One of my family members purchased it that really could not afford the payment which was about 250 or more for juicer plus shipping. I used it a little over a year. I had issue within a couple months of it turning off and having to constantly hit reset button. Seeing there was a warranty on it I used it and one day just nothing. It took a complete dump. Motor won't come on.

We purchased the Healthmaster Elite and used it twice for light duty, it then sat undisturbed on the counter for some time. The 3rd time we tried to use it, it won't even get power. I know now, after reading all the complaints here, that this is a widely known problem for the Healthmaster, that not only does Tristar not honor their product warranty, but they are now distancing themselves from the product, almost as if they never helped to sell it.

The motor died five months after I purchased the blender, cost me more than 250.00 dollars. I did not use it much, maybe twice or three times a month. Ripoff, I want my money back!!! The company will not honor the warranty, never again will I purchase this again. Bad advertisement. I feel cheated and ripped off.

I purchased this blender thinking it would do its job and work for a good amount of years, but instead burn out in a matter of months, and was only used like 7 times. Spoke with the company customer service and at first mentioned these blenders were discontinued. After that in order to receive the replacement I had to pay for shipping and handling 29.99 and follow the email with all the details. When I received the email, there was no indication for me to send this money. After all it did come with the warranty.

Super expensive blender doesn't get any juice. Use this baby once in a blue moon to make frozen beverages. I'm parched and it doesn't seem to be getting any power. Rocks it is...

Hello -- I bought the blender and it sat unused for at least a year. For the last 2.5 years I have used it successfully to make vegetable smoothies mostly. The last several months it has gotten so loud when it is on that I had to plug my ears. This morning it caught on fire at the end of the mixing. When I removed the top container, where the blade end sits in was smoking and ball bearings were perched on the edge. Turning it over, all the metal pieces had melted! Glad I had a couple of good years with it but not worth the $200 or so spent when my Mom's Oster blender she spent $30 works almost as well!

Purchased the Healthmaster about 3 years ago. It worked fine up until yesterday. I plugged it in and nothing, no light. I assume the motor has died so I called the company. The manufacturer's warranty states there is a lifetime warranty on the motor. I was informed they have discontinued this model and can not honour the warranty. I asked for a number for the manufacturer and they don't know it. He told me to call Montel but didn't know his number either. I can't believe a company can get away with not honouring their guarantee!

I am also a victim of the Healthmaster No:YD-2088E 1200w... I paid over three hundred for this item - used it one time. When I tried to use it again it didn't even start. I thought I was doing something wrong until I read your complaints. This is a waste of money that I can't afford to lose... I would like to have my money back... I wouldn't trust a replacement.

I ordered the Living Well Healthmaster back in January 2012. The first year I did not use the Healthmaster at all. I begin to use it a couple times a week for about two months. Then I started using the Healthmaster 1-3 times a month for about two months. About a month ago, I tried to use the Health Master blender and the motor would not run at all. This product does NOT WORK. I tried to contact the company for four hours on one day, but each time I dialed the number, I got a busy signal. I called back the next day and got a recording about a $59 package deal for a vacation. This product is absolutely NOT WORTH the money. And I have wasted $269. I do not have this kind of money to give away to anyone. I would like a full refund for this product.

I finally received my blender replacement after much stress and many calls. It only took them from July 2014 to January 2015 to replace it! Worst customer service ever!!! This blender/juicer isn't worth the money or hassle.

Two years old and used a average of 2-3 times per month and will not turn on. Nowhere worth the price $250.00. Very disappointed. I can't afford to waste that kind of money.

My husband bought this product as a Christmas gift for me. He wants me to start eating healthy and hoping that having this HealthMaster Living Well Montel blender would help. But when I started using this blender, for one thing liquid oozed out of the blender and it sounded so loud when I turned on the power. How can Montel Williams helped endorse this product knowing that IT DOESN'T WORK?!! A lot of us consumers are being cheated on with all this money we paid for this product. I wish the manufacturer would do something like truly repair the defect or replace the whole item.

I ordered this product about two and one half years ago and paid full price through their online website--which was about four payments of 39.95. I added warranty service which I actually used to replace the blender pitcher as it started leaking about 9 months after I bought it. I had to send a check for $29.95 plus pay for return shipping (which was around $15), but they did send me a replacement. In April of this year, I had the same thing happen as well as the motor stopped working. I had to send them another check for $29.95 and it cost around $30 to send it back. I have never received a new blender. I called about four weeks ago and they told me one had been sent out. Then the sales person said, "Just a minute", and came back saying, "Oh, it wasn't sent out for some reason. We will send it out right away." I still haven't received it and it is July 2. I called again this morning and they told me it was sent out April 28th.

I used the machine maybe 10 times, stopped using it for a month and went to use it and nothing.

My mom purchased this blender back in 2011 and it sat in a box in her house untouched. Just recently we realize that and I asked my mom if I could take it home and use it. I took it out of the box plugged it in and nothing works whatever I tried. This should not happen. I'm thinking the montel production dept never checked these things for quality - Just shipped them out. I have a blender that I got as a gift more than 25 years ago and it still works. It's smaller but it is powerful and it still works and I've never had any problems with it. How can a brand new blender not work??? After reading all these bad reviews I'm realizing my mom lost $272 and I'm just going to throw this in the trash dumpster. What a shame!! I assumed it would work so I threw out the box and the receipt.

Not long after I purchased the product it started a rusty leak from the pitcher base. When I contacted the company for repairs or replacement of the pitcher a representative said the ball bearings were defective and the model was discontinued so I could not get it repaired, replaced or purchase a new pitcher that would fit the base, however he said he could sell me their newest model!

I purchased this machine about 3 yrs ago. I never opened it or used it until about a month ago. I started making healthy fruit and vegetable smoothies for my staff using this machine. For a while it worked great. Then one day it suddenly stopped and would not come on anymore. There seems to be no recourse with the company and I'm not sure I can find any company to repair it in my city. I would like for the company to replace my machine free of charge to me. After all I spent over $300 for this machine thru HSN. I'm very disappointed.

My mother bought the Health Master for me because I was got real sick and had to change my whole way of eating. After my operation I did some research and thought the Health Master would really help me. I spoke to my mother regarding the health master, and she bought it for me as a gift to help me on my way to healing.

I called Health Master customer services for a month looking to get my refund from them. They told me the refund was processed and I explained my card is closed and my bank called them to let them know the money did go to my bank. I purchased two Health Masters and both do not work. Please help me, $329. they owe.

I purchased model YD 2088E, 1200 watt. I was excited about the purchase. When I received it, I used it about 3 times. Then I sat it on my counter top. It sat there undisturbed. I plugged it in this week, NOTHING. I pressed the reset button, NOTHING. I called customer service, NOTHING but they could sell me a refurbished one for $74.00 no shipping charge. Or a new one $149.00 no shipping. NOW why should I pay anything? This unit was underused and now does not work. I paid $300.00 to get it. I WILL NEVER BUY ANYTHING ELSE from this vendor. And if ever asked my opinion... Look out!

YD-2088E - I am giving HealthMaster one star because there is no lower rating possible. I would never, ever, ever purchase a HealthMaster again - their support system is the worst on Earth. My unit stopped working after a while - it needs a new drive socket, but it's not available and there are no options, even if the motor was guaranteed forever. The people who answered the phone were clueless, and they disconnected me a couple of times. This model was also discontinued, and there is no replacement possible.

Bought the machine four years ago. Never worked. Used reset button - light came on once. Just tried it again and nothing. Read the reviews and complaints. This machine never should have never come to market. Montel, shame on you.

I purchased the Health Master blender several years ago. Unfortunately it has stopped working. I called customer service and was told that my model has been discontinued and there was nothing that could be done. That's it? No explanation as to why it could have possibly stopped working, or even a did you try this or try that! Thank you for your LARGE PAYMENT but we are no longer interested in helping you with your discontinued purchase. I wish I knew then what I know now, I would have never purchased this item. They seem to offer customer care as long as the item is in season. Thanks for nothing... Signed angry, and dissatisfied customer!

This is the worst product that I have ever owned. I had two of the older model and the the new elite. The same things happens, it breaks down in the first year. The customer service is terrible and even with an extended warranty, they charge you to ship their substandard product even when it is defective. Don't ever buy this product. You would be making the biggest mistake of your life. Buy something else!!!

Purchased the Healthmaster and after about 5 uses, the motor got loud, smelled burnt, and then quit working! Called customer because I had purchased an extended warranty and was expecting to get a replacement. I was told by customer service that the model had been discontinued and that all they could do is refund me 30.00 which is what I paid for the warranty. I paid 300.00 dollars for this unit and feel ripped off!! Will never purchase anything with Living Well or Montel Williams name on it again!!!

I purchased a health master pro and purchased the 5-year warranty for my dad. After several years of good service the base stopped working. I called customer service and it has been a nightmare. The customer service rep stated they didn't make the blender model I purchased but if I sent $79 I could get the current version. They were also rude like I shouldn't have called. What was the warranty for then? I've read other comments and it seems unfair that this company has not been held accountable for its poor products and poor customer service. Considering the amount of the blender, I feel like I got shafted with no recourse.

This is the worst blender I ever bought. The first time I used this the carafe froze up. They sent me a new one, now the second one has frozen up also does not blend well. I am very disappointed as I would expect a better product from Montel. Way too much money. A refund would be nice.

I purchased a Healthmaster blender about 2 years ago. I've probably used this blender about 6 or 7 times. There was a burning smell that went away after using it a couple of times. Then there were times that the blender wouldn't power on but eventually it came on. Last night, my husband made a smoothie which was very tasty but today the blender wouldn't power on AGAIN! I called customer service and spoke with a man named Reuben. I told him the problem I was having with my blender and he asked me for the model number. There seemed to be a language barrier between us because I spent most of our conversation repeating myself as well as asking him to repeat himself. I gave him the model number and was told my model was discontinued.

Purchased in Jan 2013, used for about 4 months daily and then occasional use. This morning while blending cooked veggies, its started to shake vigorously and then shut off. Smoke immediately started to come out of the base. Not happy at all!! Pay that kind of money and extra for warranty and now if I can find my receipt it will cost a fortune to ship there and back and who knows how long it will last! I have heard this is a common problem with these machines. I wouldn't recommend buying this blender.

My Healthmaster Blender is about three years old. Use it three to four time a week in the last two months three days ago. It quit working and there was smoke and I could tell that the motor was the problem. This Healthmaster Blender model number YD-2088E has a life time warranty on the motor. Need help to get a new motor or someone to repair this. The reason I bought this Blender was because it has a life time warranty on the motor.

I had my blender about a year. It started smoking and making a horrible grinding noise and finally quit working. Called the company, said it was under warranty and I should mail in $30 to get a replacement blender. That was September of 2014. Every time I call to check on my replacement they say it's on back order and it will be 2 weeks. I called today and was told again the exact same story but this time I was told if I place a $178 order for a new one I will get it sooner. Really? I really never believe I will receive a replacement blender and wish Montel Williams would read these complaints about his company. It is very sad that a famous person uses his name to take advantage of people. Don't waste your money on this blender. I wish I had my 30 year old blender I sold at a garage sale for $3 that worked better than this piece of junk.

The Healthamaster is an expensive blender with very poor customer service. We bought ours and used it a couple times a week. Later, we start to use it more and the motor got louder and started to squeak. When I took off the pitcher to clean it I saw a thick, green, oil like substance at the bottom of the pitcher. It also smelled like it was burning when we used it.

I've had it since probably about 2010 and its am having problems with it. It should not be messed up like it is, it's spitting the juice out. The wrong turn is got a loud noise and squealing. It smell like its burning, something's wrong. I paid $200 for it and is broke, you should not be broke. I'm very upset about it and I really want a replacement for my money back.

Purchased 07-25-13. Right away noticed smoothies getting warm. After one year, five months in late Dec. 2014 while making a green smoothie the machine began shaking violently, smoking. Jan 11/15 machine began smoking, shaking and burning.

Well after reading the problems others are having and will not even contact this company. I am having the same problems making high-pitched noise and black specks all over and now it smells like it’s burning. What a waste of my hard earned money. I brought two, one for my son, have to check to see how his is doing. Should have brought the vita mix. Looked for my receipt and can’t find it, have the dvd and cookbook but not paperwork. Go figure.

The lid on my machine was always difficult to use. It progressively got worse. I wanted to replace it. When I tried to order one, it is listed as out of stock. There is no information about when or if it ever will be back in stock. So my machine is unusable. I live on a fixed income so I cannot easily replace this.

Not a good blender. Keeps on breaking. They want $30 for shipping and handling. Broke 3x. I could of bought new blender for this money I spent for shipping. They said I would have in 2 weeks, it's been 5 weeks and still hasn’t come. They tell me back ordered. Poor customer care and service.

Well when you are telling the truth I know the Father in heaven is about truth. I'm not here to try to impress anyone nor do anyone wrong but when a class action suit is brought against you, all you know that is what you all did. I have only used my Healthmaster 2 times. Bought it brand new so why should I take time out of my busy schedule to correct or fix a problem that shouldn't be in the first place. I have you to know I paid good money when this product came out and bought the most expensive one so you have no right charging me for a pile of junk that never worked in the first place. I have a very sick kid and she's been sick for a long time. Do you really think I have time to deal with your foolishness not standing behind this product. And giving people the run around. Just know those Holy Eyes know the truth and you will be judged!!!!! Point Blank

I have a Living Well Montel blender given to me by my sister. It work for a little while. Plug it up one day - nothing happen. I have not contact the company, but from reading the reviews it probably is not worth my time. Class action suit.

Purchased in 2010, and it worked fine for 3 years. Then the unit was releasing grease into the pitcher and into the drinks. I contacted them and they sent me a replacement, here is where my problem begins. The supervisors at the call centers can't seem to understand that when purchasing from another country you must pay taxes and duty, but when you are receiving a replacement part which has a $0.00 value as it is being sent to you free the invoice should read (Replacement Part) so that the shipping company avoids charging taxes and duty when bringing it into Canada. It took me about 6 calls to different people to get 1 person to understand.

I loved my blender at first... It made great smoothies, sauces and soups. We used it daily. Then it started this high-pitched squeal every time we used it that would come and go. I sprayed the motor with WD40 and the squeal went away but the carafe/pitcher started to leak and got much worse over the next few times I used the unit. It made quite a mess. My husband and I WERE in love with this machine. However, My husband and I had purchased the 3-year extended warranty so I called for a replacement carafe/pitcher, because my pitcher started to leak out the bottom (as this was the part that was said to be faulty according to the customer service rep I spoke to). The customer service center must be in India, or some far eastern country, because all 4 representatives I tried to speak to must be Indian or in the Philippines. They tried but they couldn't understand me, and I had a very hard time understanding them.

I purchased this blender in 2012. I believed it was a good blender like Montel claimed. After a year it would not turn on. I call the company since I had the warranty. They charged 29.99 to process my claim and never sent the replacement part. It was always on backorder. They always had the parts to build new ones but never to send for warranty work. I am let down that Montel Williams represents this unethical company.

Six months ago I bought a Healthmaster Elite Blender, ordered through Lowe’s Hardware in Waipahu, Hawaii because I needed to exclusively blend my food, because of pocket in my throat and because of low blood count and chronic tiredness. After a period of time, using this blender, my blood count returned to normal and my tiredness went away, to my satisfaction. Things went along fine until recently, when I noticed that the blender started to be intermittent and finally would not run any more. Fortunately I had a small Nutribullet blender, on hand for trips, so I was able to continue to blend my food.

Bought it around July 2013, burned out about April 2014. Wife has been on the phone many times. She has written two letters to corporate. She has sent info to Montel Williams and complained on his facebook page. Get no response from them except future possible delivery dates. They can't get them in (supply issue?) and won't give us a different item and they won't refund the money. Should have got the more expensive Vitamix. The thing worked pretty good for a while. I used it on weekends only making two smoothies for the week. But it started to become a little noisy although it kept on working.

I purchased this blender at the very end of 2012. However, I have only used this a few times (less than 10). The other day I had company and wanted to use it to make a special drink, and couldn't even turn it on. I am a retired person with limited income. I spent a lot of money on this and am very disappointed that it hardly lasted. It is definitely a defective product. Many people have complained about this product. Something needs to be done to protect the consumers.

Tri-Star Products Health Master. I have had mine in the attic since 2012 when it stopped working. I finally decided to do whatever I had to take advantage of the lifetime warranty on the motor. I learned that Tri-Star Products will not honor the lifetime warranty because they discontinued that particular motor's model number, NOT the blender. I told them I don't care whether I have the same motor, I just want a blender that works. The two people with whom I spoke both, in the Indian manner, politely and repeatedly refused to replace the blender. I even told them that I would take a refurbished model.

Purchased in 09, didn't use right away. Used not more than 10 times and it started leaking, couldn't figure out where the oil was coming from. Used one day and the ingredients ended up on my countertop. Went online, read the reviews and thought why bother, what a waste of money. No options except to purchase another blender from a company that will stand by their warranty. Now I have a $200 store stop.

I actually had my HealthMaster for a few years.... However, I only used it for smoothies. It would shut off occasionally and I'd reset it. I finally needed to blend up roots for horseradish and it died. I've tried everything to start it up and nothing. =/

Owned this mixer for less than a year. We have to mix a special formula every other day for our disabled son. The formula is water and powder that does not mix well by hand. No ice or anything to make a blender even work hard. We got tired of purchasing cheap blenders that would only last a year or so. We decided to spend the money for a good one (so we thought). That's when we decided on a Healthmaster endorsed by Montel Williams. Well it lasted less than 8 Months. It just died. No smells or noises. Nothing!

I purchased Healthmaster. They tell me it has a lifetime guarantee. I got to use it 2 times, I tried to use it 2 weeks ago, it quit working. I tried calling 11-1-14 but they gave me the runaround. I was told that my model was no longer being manufactured so my warranty is not good anymore. There is no product to replace it with.... The only available option is to purchase a refurbished one with a discount for only $74.99... Really? Why would I pay for one with a lifetime warranty when my current one has a lifetime warranty that is not being honored? Yes LISA **....... Legal action is the only way to get someone's attention.

My blender is leaking oil also. I haven't bothered to contact them yet. I was doing so in the midst of reading several disappointing reviews. I think there should be class action lawsuit behind this. Any suggestions?

Purchased a Healthmaster in 2009. I bought the commercial model. I paid about 249.00 for this unit. After about 2 years it failed. The commercial model came with a lifetime warranty. They replaced the blender base. I then bought the warranty for the pitcher which sits on the top of the base which cost me $40.00. The bearings on the pitcher went bad. In June 2014 I ordered a new pitcher which I had to pay 20.00 shipping. It is October 18, 2014 and I still do not have my pitcher. Every time I call them they tell me that it is not available. I ask them when it will be available, they tell me that it is on backorder. I ask them to honor my warranty and ship me another machine. They offered to sell me a refurbished machine for $79.00, I refused. This company is a RIP OFF.

I have this piece of junk sitting on my counter and makes me mad every time I see it and clean it as it leaks as fast as you pour liquid into it. And by the sounds of it all the complaints are the same Junk!!! Junk!!! Junk!!! And no offers to correct the problem.

I purchased my Healthmaster in 2009 with a lifetime warranty and loved it. Use it at least 4 to 5 days a week and bragged about it to all my friends/neighbors/family. It's half the cost of the Vitamix Blender and works just as good... Sad to say that when I contacted Healthmaster to report the problem of my blender leaking I was told that my model was no longer being manufactured so my warranty is not good anymore. There is no product to replace it with.... The only available option is to purchase a new one with a discount for only $74.99... Really? Why would I purchase a new one with a lifetime warranty when my current one has a lifetime warranty that is not being honored?

Now leaking brown liquid, appears to be brown liquid rust coming from base of pitcher where gear fits into base. Have read that it is the bearing which I am sure cannot be replaced. So many complaints about this item online that it is unbelievable that someone like Montel would promote this without backing up his product no matter who manufactured it. I really think that replacements or refunds would be the honest thing to do but am sure that will not happen. So I guess like everything, legal action is the only way to get someone's attention. I love getting someone's attention and my attorneys love it too! Please feel free to share this with Mr. Williams.

Basically this piece of C. is leaking some type of brownish liquid from the bottom of the pitcher to the base. And looks like I am not the only one having this problem. I used this thing a few times when I first received, since then I used this SICK master very sporadically. I called customer service and the guy said that they discontinued this product and that I can't even order parts for this garbage. Basically I am screwed. I really thought this thing would last forever. Of course Montell is gonna keep his mouth shut, he doesn't want any problem. A

I purchased two Healthmaster because of health issues I was having. Came across the infomercial. They tell me it has a lifetime guarantee. I get it in 1 week of using it, it quits working. Tried the second one, worked for 3 days and died. I tried calling but they gave me the runaround. Left me with a bitter taste and no resolution.

I called Healthmaster and the rep said that this model was no longer produced and that there weren't any parts available for it. She then offered a replacement for $79. NO SUPPORT WHATSOEVER.

After 2.5 years of very happy usage, my unit just died one day. No smoke, no leaking, it just died. I called customer service and they tell me the motor has a lifetime warranty, so they'll send me a new base but I have to pay the shipping. That sounds reasonable to me, so I agree. A month goes by and nothing. I call them and they tell me it's backordered. Ummmm, why wasn't I told when I called originally? "How long?" I ask. "Another 6 weeks" they say. Heavy sigh. Okay, another 6 weeks. Fine.

The machine worked great for a month. After that, it appears to have complications and was unable to turn or blend. The locking mechanism in the lid would not connect at all. When I called Healthmaster on June 23rd of 2014 to get a replacement, they told me to pay the deposit/shipping & handling cost & it will be shipped in 7 days. I paid & ordered it, but It did not come. After 1 month of ordering a replacement, I called and was told it was on back order & will be at my home in 2 weeks. 2 months later, it is still not here. I called today and was told it's still not in the warehouse. They offer no solutions and are of no help. I asked for a supervisor & they hang up on me each time I call. They only says to continue to wait. My mom is just out of the hospital and a juicer is needed to help her get the nutritional value out of her fruits/vegetables. There should be a recourse for this ridiculous response. I called again today & spoke with a supervisor & not much faith that I will get assistance or action here.

I bought three machines. Mine leaked after 1 week, my daughter's after 1 month. My other daughter's machine quit working because the locking mechanism in the lid would not connect. This is criminal.

Purchase two devices for my family and my daughter in Florida at the same time. Both devices failed within days of each other and have been unable to get them to work.

It's amazing how many consumers who bought this garbage has the same complain. I also invested in this product and was so disappointed that not even one year I tried using it and it smoked like hell. Call company and was told the same thing - it would cost me to get it fixed. I have since given up on that piece of crap which I have threw out in the garbage. It's no good, I'm sorry I invested in that crap.

Brown fluid which had something to do with bearings started forming at bottom outside of bowl, at juncture of bowl and base. The blade was loose... I took the unit apart only to find loose bearings. I would recommend a sealed bearing when you build a unit such as this.. Surprised that it was not designed that way. Hmmm there may be a way for me to find a sealed bearing to fit it... Hope so..

Don't buy! I had the blender for just over a year and the motor burnt out. I call them right away as I had PAID THE $30.00 extended warranty. It's been over two months and I still have not received a new motor!! I called weekly to see where things stood as It wasn't arriving and EVERY week it was excuse after excuse after excuse. Example of excuse, "It's sent," then, "Oh you're from Canada, we must send paperwork to another office," then, "Oh you must pay a delivery charge," "Oh we will override the delivery charge," then "Oh I have no idea why you haven't received it yet!" Then on the last call, "The motor's on back order!!" I spent $20.00 on long distance calls and now I have given up! ;(

I purchased my Healthmaster last year, very bad investment. It start smoking and quit working. Only used it about 10 time a piece of junk. How can I get my money back? Montell why would you try to sell this junk to the public?

Do not waste your time buying this product, it is truly a piece of **. Invest in a Vitamix, it is the best, more expensive but worth every penny!

I have owned my Health Master Blender for just 2 years. I turned it on one day and it started smoking. When I called the company, I was told that I would have to pay $29.99 to return it, but they would only try to repair it, not replace it. I wish that I had read the reviews before I made my purchase. Don't waste your money!!!

I bought this blender and the motor blew in a month. I paid $29.00 for shipping and they sent me a new one. 1 year later (tonight), I used it and the plastic piece and screw in the middle of the clear middle lid piece fell into my pesto. I didn't realize it till I bit onto a wire. Small pieces of chopped clear plastic as well!!! Thank god I didn't swallow any of it.

After owning this product for less than 1 year and it's used once daily for 2 minutes, it started smoking and it was easy to tell the motor was burning out. I called the company from which I purchased the item for $120 and was told if I returned the unit with a check for $29.99 they would replace the unit. Why should a blender not work for less than one year? Also, what would have happened if I was not in my kitchen when the unit started smoking? Would it have started a fire? Upset Montel Williams would endorse this product because, as with the other angry customers, I purchased based on the trusting person I thought he was and all the work he does with the MS Society.

I had this item less than a year. First it leaked if I left the liquid in more than 5 minutes. And then 3 weeks later, the motor blew, spewing smoke throughout the house. I am disappointed that Montel would endorse such a product considering how many people support his health goals with his MS. I will never listen to anything that man has to say again. He is as much a liar as any politician.

I simply loved my Healthmaster blender. Awesome in making smoothies and shakes! One day I put too much ice and left it standing before I began to prepare my drink. The motor was running, but nothing began to mix for a minute... I think it blew the engine, because since then oil has been leaking out the bottom every time I use it. Is this the end, or can it be repaired?

After approx 1yr with my Healthmaster, the blade connection going into the motor base has worked itself loose. There's no way to tighten this item. There is a bolt that goes through but you can't tighten it at all. Which means the loose piece vibrates and makes incredible noise and leaks whatever is in the blender onto the motor base beneath. I have owned cheaper blenders which have lasted for 10-15yrs. But with the hype of this one, I thought I would give it a try. JUNK, Not living up to the hype. Also very hard to find any info on the lifetime warranty as spoken about on TV. DO NOT BUY THIS!!

The reviews I have read here are on older models. This model is the newest one. It has done everything it claims to do. I have had no problem with mine at all. The downside is that it's very loud. If you don't mind the noise, I highly recommended this product.

HealthMaster VS - I purchased this about 6 years ago on QVC. Montel sold this as flawless. My husband passed away. Then I found the blender in the garage, put it in the kitchen. First time my daughter tried to use would not turn on. It took me an hour and a half to figure out all the lock features between the lid and the base. Some overkill here. The noise level was enough to wake me at 3:30am when my daughter gets ready for work. We don't use it often. But I mistakenly want some crushed ice for a cold drink. The motor works, but the blades froze in place. The stench that came into the blender jar went into the ice. I mistakenly just put the ice into a glass and cover water. It was enough to gag me. As much as I paid for this, I am so disappointed. First in myself for not checking before buying. Second that Montel touted this as an excellent product, better than anything on the market. Third that the Quality Control at QVC missed this altogether. Sorry if you have one like this one, if not don't buy one.

We purchased the Montel Health Master Juicer YD2088E some time ago, but did not unpack it for a while. We have now been using it for several months. In the past month, it has been spraying motor oil underneath the pitcher. Based on the other posted problems, I fear that it is near the end of its useful life.

We purchased the Healthmaster, 2010, although we did not start using it right away. My reason for purchase for the item was because I also have MS and using the healthmaster was for reason that Montel advertised it. Yet, after using it, less than 2 years of using it, one day it did not work, it would not turn on. When my husband called the company about the problem, the young man's only suggestion was to purchase the newer model. So for a couple of years it sits in my kitchen to remind me not to believe everything you hear. I am disappointed. It brought hope from someone who has MS also. I received a bad deal from the appliance and the companies respond.

My mother bought a HealthMaster blender and gave it to me as a gift just before she deceased. I opened the box a few days later and plugged it in to blend fruit, and vegetables. The blender would not start. I tried everything to make sure it would operate but it would not. My mother paid a lot of money for this blender and it would not operate.

Never did what it claimed, tried to juice. Everything was gritty. Never was able to make soup like it claimed, overheated and will not go on. I depended on it to puree food for my little girl that has cerebral palsy, $200 plus shipping down the drain. I can't afford this! Now I have to wait to be able to buy another one. Money wasted.

Montel Healthmaster Blender - Same thing. Smell smoke and oil leaks out! Afraid to use. Only used a dozen times. I was told that it is discontinued and no warranty.

Like many consumers on this site I have been a victim to this company. I have a Healthmaster blender that is at most 15 mos old. It was used no more than 12 times. The other day I tried to use it and a loud clicking noise came out of it and the blender turned itself off. I tried to restart it a few times and after 5 tries it got going. There was a burning smell coming out of it. After I removed the container to clean it there was tons of motor oil that leaked out. I called the company and told them about the problem. All they cared to do is to try to sell me another model. They told me mine was discontinued.

Motor stops on its own to cool down. Very annoying.

Healthmaster mod#2088 with 100 year warranty - I had a bad motor or base. It just quit working. I called them. They told me to call back in 6 weeks so I did. They then said the motor was discontinued and would not replace or repair my unit. Instead they wanted me to buy another new model. I said no, that I spent 300.00 dollars on the first one and why would I spend another 149.00 dollars when the first one only worked 4 times and then quit. So here I am a broken Healthmaster and NO warranty. IS this false advertising or what???

It was a little more than a year when my container started leaking. I wasn't expecting that to happen with the amount of money that I spent. What was strange, the blades that I saw on the infomercial did not resemble the blades I received with my blender. Celebrity endorsements don't necessarily mean it's a quality product and this experience has tainted Montel's integrity in my eyes. You would think he would have done better research when endorsing a product.

Bought the blender and after 1-2 year, it was slowly leaking. Sometime more than others and a brown goo. It stopped leaking and then all the ball bearings just popped out last week.

The Health Master site is still providing a Customer Service number for their original model YD 2088E juicer; however, they immediate state that they are no longer making replacement parts or repairs to this model. The warranty only covers the motor (which does smoke during use), but is useless with a leaking pitcher. The Customer Service Representative was not at all helpful and could give no recommendations as to how to solve this issue. Health Master is currently selling their latest juicer and the warranty is the same, so beware of any problems that are not related to the motor!

I bought this blender about two yrs ago. Up till a few weeks ago it was working just fine. Well, a few weeks ago while I was using it to make a smoothie, I noticed this awful burnt smell and also noticed this horrible black oily ooze-like substance on the bottom of the container and on the base of the blender. I thought it was maybe a one time thing, maybe I left it on for too long BUT that wasn't the case. I've used it a few more times and with each time it still smells. It's still working but I'm afraid it will soon stop working. I totally regret spending so much money on this thing. I thought it would last a lifetime because of its price and because Montel was so positive about it. Bottom line... it's very deceiving and a total rip off! DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY!

Have had this for 4 years and have now gone through 3 motors. Now the company has discontinued the motor and now want to charge me a total of $75 for the Elite motor. I have a warranty and they will not honor it.

I bought my Health Master about two years ago and was satisfied with it for the first 6 months or so. It then started leaking that black goo under the pitcher and I called and got the usual run-around from customer service - nothing was resolved. I put it aside and was using another blender I had. That motor burned up so I pulled out the Health Master and tried to make a green drink...as soon as I poured in the liquid it started leaking like a sieve! Now, I know that Mr. Williams is in business to make money, but this little ditty I learned as a girl might just help him....A good name is a good thing to have, it is a better thing to KEEP. It is an easy thing to lose but the hardest thing to get back. I lost respect for him when I saw him hawking pay day loans...I don't expect customer service to be any more helpful than they have been (not at all) so I made the sacrifice and got a Vitamix...so far I love it!

I have the HM purchased in July 2010 originally. After using it for about a month the motor blew up. Called customer service and a replacement was sent out no problem. This one has worked well until this week. I purchased a 7 year extended warranty at the time of purchase so I wasn't concerned. I called customer service (India) and get a CS robot clone who spiels the usual jargon that the unit is "discontinued" therefore there is nothing we can do but we can sell you the newer model for a reduced price of $149.95. I mentioned that I purchased a 7 year warranty that protects me from this type of thing happening for 7 years so I want it repaired or replaced at no cost to me. He continued with the same speech. I argued with him about the warranty and if he knew what a warranty was which he answered he did but wouldn't cover it.

When making a strawberry smoothie I smelled burning rubber and then pieces of metal was thrown at me. Good thing I wear glasses or I would be in the emergency room now. You MUST call India for customer service and you get absolutely nowhere. You spend an hour or two on the phone getting supervisor after supervisor and then finally they promise me that Corporate will call me. I said I didn't believe them and they would not give me corporate's number. Of course Corporate did not call. After calling India again and again.... Well they just will NOT service you and turn it around as if it was my fault that the blender shot metal pieces at me!!!! They actually told me "Do you realize just how long you have had the machine?" It's as if the blender is made to last 6 months and I should be ashamed that I spent hundreds on blender and actually expect it to work! Montel should be put in jail. This is robbery plain and simple... and metal being shot at you is not healthy in the least. Horrible company, simply horrible.

I bought this Healthmaster about 2 years ago. I plugged it in to use it and couldn't get it to work. I put it away and didn't try it again a few weeks ago. The buttons won't light up. There seems to be no power. The plug works perfectly but I get nothing. The warranty is up and it has never been used. What do I do now? I don't hear good reviews on this product. My friend has one and after a couple of months it went out.

I wish that I had read these reports before I invested in the Health Master as my pitcher is leaking and smoking after using it for less than 2 years. Do not buy one.

DO NOT PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT!!!! I paid a total of three hundred dollars, shipping and customs included. After using the Health Master a maximum of 30 times over a one year period, it started smoking on the base of the motor and then the pitcher started leaking. When I called the company they said I would have to pay for replacement as it passed the warranty. I wanted a total replacement at their cost and still haven't heard back from them. Montel you are ripping people off !!!! BUY A VITAMIX... GOOD FOR 7 YEARS!!

About the 2nd or 3rd time I went to use my Healthmaster, I noticed an awful black thick ooze around the top of the motor unit and in and around the underside of the pitcher. At first I thought this was oil, but I now believe it was the juice of the fruits and vegetables that I was blending becoming jet black from oxidation. Oxygen turns fruits and vegetables dark, but after the blades break the food down into such minute particles, they will turn black almost instantly, in my opinion. Besides, if it were oil coming out of the motor, mine would have used up all of its oil after the first time or two, and then there wouldn't have been any black stuff.

This HealthMaster was given to me as a gift in 2012 and it has never worked!! I tried and tried everything possible. Nothing happened! When I called customer service they said I can return it but I probably would not get another one right away because they are out of stock. Needless to say I still have it , I really should throw it out but I'm hoping they'll now pay the postage to return this and send me an updated working model (I can dream right?).

Terrible blender. Only have had it for 2 months. My husband and I have a health drink every morning. Fruits and veggies. A month ago I noticed the black rubber melting and bubbling. Yesterday, it started leaking from the plastic base. I can't use it at all. Montel should be ashamed of himself selling a blender like this. The worst blender ever. I started with the Magic Bullet (which worked fine) but then I started increasing our fruits and veggies and needed something bigger. I highly recommend DO NOT BUY THIS BLENDER. A waste of money for 2 months. I'm now going to buy the Ninja. Couldn't put a "zero" star. Of course!

My mother bought the Healthmaster blender a couple of years ago. Initially, when she tried to use it, it only worked a couple of times. She put it away for several months, pulled it out to use it, and no power. We called the company. They suggested returning the motor, and we pay S&H $35.00. So my mother paid the $35 and a new motor was sent to her. She still cannot get the blender to power on. I tried for her, by pressing the restart button. Nothing, no power. This blender has only been used three (3) times. DO NOT PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT!

I own a Health Master Juicer. I bought it for $150.00 a few years ago. I used it a few times then put it away in my pantry. Today I decided to use it and it wouldn't turn on. I called customer care and they told me to try the reset button. I did and nothing happened. They told me I could get a replacement motor and I only have to pay S&H $35.00. After checking to see if they had it, I was told they were out of stock and it would be 6 weeks before they had one OR I could upgrade to the elite model for $75.00.

Plastic canister leaks liquid; canister housing leaks oil and bearing housing exploded after a few months. Bearings are exposed and metal grinds if used. Canister is easily scratched, plastic and stains easily. Motor loses power with time also. Horrible product - got ripped off. Can't believe Montel Williams endorses this company???? Their customer service was of absolute no help!!!! Save yourself some aggravation. Buy something else. Don't waste your $$$ on this junk. :(

I used my Healthmaster less than 10 times. It no longer works. I had heard when I purchased that it had problems but thought since it was from Montel Williams it had to be okay. It will not even turn on any longer.

Bought the health master as a gift 2/12/10 for my daughter. On the second time to use it the motor would not run. Tried all the trouble shooter tips to no avail. She finally gave it back to me to return since only the purchaser can return. I went online to find out how to return and get a replacement. After reading all the negative reviews I will save the return and shipping postage and put the money toward a Vitamix. I'm glad I did not buy a second one for half price at the same time. I will search for reviews, before buying from infomercials in the future.

His impassioned pleas, his so-called concern for our health all the while lining his pockets with hard-earned money from hardworking people who only want good health. We've had our Elite for about 2 years but, only used it for a period of less than 3 months and that was only recently. Now the motor unit is leaking what appears to be oil from a piece on top that turns the blades. There's oil all around the bottom of the pitcher every time we use it. I tried to call the help line to see where I could send the motor for repair and on all occasions everyone acted as if they couldn't hear me.

I received the health master from Nomorerack. I used it once and when I tried to use it again, it would not come on. I can not get it to come on. I have not call anybody about it and have not used it since. This is not a good product.

I have purchased a Montel Williams HealthMaster. It work fine but after a while I found that the pitcher is no good. Whenever I use, stuff leaks out from the bottom of the pitcher and there is a mess. I am afraid to use it because the motor might get juice or liquid and may cause an electrical problem. Not very happy for the amount of cash I paid for it!

We had bought (2) Health Masters. First one leaked in about a month. Then it was returned with shipping and handling. Year later and not always used, it burned up, almost caught on fire. The second Health Master barely used caught on fire after about 2 years. It almost burnt down the house. Called customer service. They wanted $80 for an upgrade, otherwise I would need to call back in 6 to 8 weeks. I had never heard of such crap call back after my house almost burnt down. It's obvious this is not the first one that caught on fire. The Indian guy I talked to who I could barely understand, finally agreed for me to send a 34.99 dollar check and the old mixer back (why do they need the old burnt mixer) so it's on its way as this morning. I would be so lucky after reading all the problems this mixer has had that it would get lost in mail.

I have had a terrible experience with this product. Not only have I only got to use my Health Master twice before the pitcher broke. And am not able to even pay the 50 bucks for a replacement pitcher because they're always OUT OF STOCK. This has been going on a year now. What, did they stop making them!?

I just received this as a gift from my mother. Put in some fruit to make a smoothie, hit the power button and it turned once, and I started smelling that electrical smoking smell. Argh! Thought it may have shorted, hit the button underneath, but no. It is the damn motor. Don't know what I'll do next. Mom will be furious.

This is my second motor of Healthmaster Deluxe Blender that goes bad in two year, and I won't spend any more $40.00 plus shipping (average $60.00) per year if I decide to send it again for replacement. We only used it 3 or 4 times per month. Healthmaster didn't have the same usages as my Oster Blender that we use it every day for 365 days a year. I am very disappointed with this product. Sincerely, I would not recommend that piece of junk to anybody. At least if you wanted to keep sending it for repair every year.

The Healthmaster was a Christmas family gift. Probably a common tradition where as a family, you buy something to benefit your family!! Unfortunately, I didn't feel inspired to use the mix until spring was arriving or I would have beat them on their 60 WARRANTY!! Started making smoothies with ice. They were DELICIOUS and I was feeling better. All of a sudden GOO like green GOO was oozing from the bottom of the pitcher!! I called the company and was told I had to pay 50,00 for another pitcher!! I was going to send them the money because we were eating better. I decided to do some research and read some un-biased reviews. So many others were having the same exact problem AND they were having it all around 3-6 months of use!!

After purchasing the Healthmaster Elite off an infomercial the very next day I noticed if I would have purchased it online I would have gotten FREE SHIPPING AND HANDLING so I called to ask the company to price match. They would not. A few days later I see THE SAME EXACT BLENDER in WAL-MART (you know, the one that's only available in this special infomercial) for $100 less than I paid!! I called to get a price match the very same day. They would only price match if I forfeited my 60-day money back guarantee (Wal-Mart offers a 90 day money back guarantee). I hadn't even gotten the blender yet to try it out!! After many calls I am returning this blender just for the fact that they would not work with any of this. I NOW HAVE TO PAY FOR SHIPPING AND HANDLING BOTH WAYS!!!!! POOR BUSINESS PRACTICE!!

We purchased the HealthMaster Blender in July of 2012. This September, the bearing housing exploded and seized up the blender jar shaft. We had purchased the "deluxe" unit that has a free replacement but the replacement isn't "Free". In order to get a replacement, you have to send in the entire unit at USPS with the cost of $42.00 and send along a check for $29.99 to take care of shipping and handling. This unit did not last 14 months and we found it is made in China. Not a big fan of Chinese manufacturing.

I not only purchased the HealthMaster exactly 1 year ago, but I loved it so much I bought one for work and encouraged my co-workers to purchase. How embarrassing now! I am a big smoothie person and just loved it. I used it almost every day. One day, it just stopped working. No lights, no power, nothing. I called in (I bought the warranty-stupid) and they were pretty aware of the issue. They told me it would be covered but I would have to pay shipping and handling. I think we all know what that means. I'm better off buying a new blender. BTW the one I bought for the office was half the price of mine. So not only did I overpay, but I get to pay for more with no promise of it working. BTW, they are going to back to my "original order recording" to verify the terms of my warranty. I can't believe I talked others into buying this. I am usually the anti-infomercial person, NEVER AGAIN!!!

I bought my Health Master about 2 years ago. Shortly after I bought it, the blender container started to leak so I bought another one. Today I put some water in it so the food would not stick after blending. I went back a few minutes later and found water all over my kitchen counter. All the water had leaked out of the container and onto the kitchen counter. Now I have no blender to use. I should have listened to others when they said get a Vitamix.

First of all, one of the tabs on my blender lid broke after a handful of uses. When I called the customer service number, I got someone apparently in New Delhi, because everyone with whom I have spoken has an Indian accent and is named John or Penny. I called first about 4 weeks ago. I was told that the lid would be replaced under warranty but they were out of stock so to call back on 9/2 which was 3 weeks later. I actually waited until the 6th to call and when I did, I was told they were still out and to call back in another 3 weeks. Infuriated, I called back immediately and asked for a supervisor and this time had a real smart ** for a rep. He said that regardless of status, they were still out of stock and wouldn't have one in for 3 weeks. That's a grand total of 7 weeks without the ability to use my blender. Just saying!!!

The Health Master Blender is strong and it worked very well. I have had it for a couple of years now. Didn't use it daily. The blender has went out. Unable to get help. Will keep trying. I thought it would work for a very long time.

We used this blender for approximately six months and another six months later with very minimal usage, it is no longer working. WE SHOULD HAVE PURCHASED THE VITAMIX FROM COSTCO WHICH WE ARE DOING NOW and not going to hassle with the customer service runaround that is described in these reviews. I'm sure the company sold hundreds of thousands and many people put their faith behind Montel Williams' name for endorsing this product. Thank you to the consumers for taking time to write their experience and reviews. Good luck to those in search of a healthier lifestyle without any unnecessary setbacks because there are many loved ones who are dependent on our longevity. I only feel sorry for people who are on fixed incomes and limited finances that have to suffer the hardship and it isn't fair or good business practice. God Bless.

Used it for a few months when I notice the pitcher is leaking all over. I contact them and they say, "Oh yes! This is a problem and because it happens so often, the pitchers are on back order!" In the meantime, I have a useless machine. I go to crunch up some ice (about the only thing that won't leak) and the motor is shot from all the crap leaking into it from the pitcher leaking! I call them again and they want to charge ME 40 or more dollars to send the old one back and get a new base... AND the freaking pitcher is STILL back-ordered!!! What a rip off!! Their warranty makes no sense, me paying for a defective part or a part damaged by a defective part makes no sense.. ESPECIALLY when they admit it was a defective pitcher!

I retired some time ago and about a year ago, I saw the TV program on Health Master. I thought it will be a great idea to buy the Health Master as a way to keep myself healthier by having the opportunity to prepare all kinds of healthy meals with veggies and fruits. I mistakenly believed that if Montel was endorsing this product and showing on TV how easy to use and good it was, it should be a great product .WHAT A MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT!!!! I have used the machine only for a few months, not every day and only in the mornings to prepare fruit shakes but the pitcher started to leak, and now it is so bad that it is impossible to put anything liquid in there because the water or juice is already all over the counter before you even get started. Why Montel would endorse a product like this? I am on SS and spending $200 was a lot but my interest on getting healthier was what made me get it. WHAT A RIP OFF!!!

I have had the same problems as the other bloggers but I believe the problem is with the defective canister. I've had two canisters and each has rusted in about six months. The defective canisters overburden the motor and then the motor problems develop. But it is all about a poorly designed and made canister that has rendered this item just about useless. Very poorly made and overpriced for what I got - a blender that has lasted less than 2 years. I'll never buy a product from them again.

Purchased my blender in October 2012. Was working fine until this September. Motor is very loud & hot. I use it only once a day in the morning for my shake. Called customer service where I was on hold for over an hour. Called back and I was disconnected. This is not right. Thinking about talking to My Lawyer about this. I work too hard for My money. I am very angry about this.

I purchased the Health Master juicer about 1 year ago. Sat on shelf for quite a while. I used it the other day, worked fine. Next day would not run. Husband said it was the motor. Paid all that money for a juicer that won't run. Very upset. Poor quality. Very unhappy!! Please help!!!

Have Healthmaster. Not only does it leak oil every time I use it, but the on/off and speed buttons have to be pushed several times in or order to turn it off/on or increase speed. Also skips speeds, (goes sometime from 4 to 6 as an example). Don't know which will go first, motor or buttons. When it goes, it goes in the garbage and I will not purchase any product Montel Williams pushes. Will do more research next time.

I am on S.S. disability so no, I don't have money to throw away..... Well, I decided to purchased this health master about 2yrs ago for health reasons which I only used it a few times because from day one, it started leaking brown gunk from the base and it had/has a burning smell from the motor... Well, today I went use it to make my green drink and the WHOLE PICTURE FEEL COMPLETELY APART!!! The blade and everything fell out along with all of my fruit and veggies. What a mess to have to clean green gunk up from my whole kitchen, walls, floor, counter, refrigerator, etc.... I was livid because for the price of this I thought it would be a great benefit for health reasons. Boy was I wrong.

My dad once told me that if two people tell you that you're drunk, you better go lay down... I am glad that I came across this website and started reading all the reviews about how crappy these blenders are. My parents' anniversary is coming up, and I was just about to purchase a HealthMaster tonight to replace the one they had, that just broke a week ago - you guessed it: the bottom seal/bearing on the pitcher rusted out and went bad!!!!! Thank you to all of you who took the time to post your frustrations, and I am sorry that these companies are allowed to do business in this country. Montel should fork over some money to everyone who purchased one of these POS! I am going to look for a reputable brand that my parents can enjoy for many years. We work too hard for our money to be stuck with a product of inferior design, manufactured in China, that has the name of some washed up celebrity looking to make a quick buck!

The pitcher seems to have a faulty seal in the base and leaks fluid into the motor. So the motor no longer works and the pitcher leaks. When I called HealthMaster I never got a call back, then called again today and have been told I need to pay for a refurbished HealthMaster Elite. I explained I didn't have the funds for that and shouldn't have to pay that for a faulty design. I asked to speak to a manager and was kept on hold. Told they were very busy. The operator started lecturing me that I needed to pay money. When it worked I liked it very much. It would seem a waste to have to throw the whole thing out. I got it because I went through cancer and wanted it for green smoothies each day. I tried to see if there was any bolt I could tighten but there wasn't. I think it is a corroded seal due to leakage and design.

Purchased the HealthMaster blender. From day one pitcher leaked a brown rust which progressively got worst. I call to request a replacement, but was told 90-day warranty expired. When you purchase the product they tell you it is a lifetime warranty. Only on the motor... You don't have to worry about the motor going bad. After you use it a few months, the liquid you pour in the top will run out the bottom before you put it on the motor. After getting the runaround with "customer care" I finally agreed to purchase a new pitcher. 5 months later, the pitcher is still on back order. The solution of "customer care" upgrade to a refurbished "Elite" unit for only $75! Really! Don't Purchase.

I have had 2 Healthmaster Blenders. The first had the same problem I have read from numerous other unhappy customers, where it smelled like something was burning and then the blender mechanism froze. Healthmaster sent us a new blender. This one now leaks oil from where the blender attaches to the base. We use this blender for smoothies only on occasion and do not put the blender in the dishwasher. Very unhappy with this product and would not recommend it to anyone.

I ordered the product and after being told several times that it would ship I decided to cancel the order after not receiving the product in over 90 days. I was charged $114.00 when I made the purchase. I called and canceled the order and that same day they charged me $94.97. I called the next day and was told it was a mistake and I would have a full refund within 7 to 10 business days. I called back 12 business days later and was told they were sorry but it would be 7 to 10 more business days??

Got the Health Master off a Montel Williams TV ad about 2 years ago. Used it very few times in the 2 years, about 2 months and the pitcher started leaking brown oil from the center hub. Read the reviews and found this is a common problem with the health master. Not going to put any more money in this thing. Will use it till it dies and get something else. Got the Health Master for the warranty on the motor, doesn't mean much when the pitcher goes bad. I have learned not to buy anything a public person is pushing. They are just out for the money (Third time woke me up). Works great till it goes bad.

I bought my Healthmaster after watching an infomercial that showed how great it worked. It took nearly 2 months to receive my blender.. After using it exactly 6 times it started smelling like burnt plastic and smoking and stopped altogether.. I called that was told to let it cool down and press the restart button on the under side.. No luck. Since I'd had the machine for over a year I had to either throw it away or they gave me the option of replacing it for a fee.. I believe $79 or $99.. I decided it was my bad luck and the second one had to be fine.. I finally received my second one after a long wait. I used it a couple times and put it away, then got it out a month ago to make summer smoothies and lo and behold it started smoking and smelling like burnt plastic..

This product is horrible, nothing like it is described. Blender is made of cheap plastic that breaks easily, and will definitely not withstand an accidental fall. Then, they turn around and sell you a new plastic pitcher for $79.00 plus shipping! Product is advertised that it will fit under any cabinet, but it will not tell you that it has to be stored in two pieces. Plus - a smaller pitcher for singles or smaller families is not offered. Save your money and time, buy from a Respectable company like Ninja or Cuisinart. They cost less and have excellent customer service! Health Master's customer service is not understandable due to language barriers and is almost nonexistent. To top that they refuse to give returns. If you call, do not let them offer you a discount; it is false advertising. The discount they offer is the shipping charge they add in when it is supposed to be free in the first place. Shame on you Montel, for taking advantage of unsuspecting people. I was sold one for $209.93. I do not see that price anywhere on your website?

We purchased this Healthmaster about one year ago and used it daily for about 6 months. It was then stored for a few months with no use. We started to use it again and now it has a terrible burning smell each time it is used. I am actually afraid to use it now as I don't know if this will start a fire or not.

For the price that I paid, the last thing I should be worrying about is this machine being defective. I have only used it a handful of times and I have been very careful with it. I have tried to call them but have been unable to. I will be spending the day trying to reach them again. Hopefully I get through. I have the 1200W version and I have a lot of brown stuff at the base and the motor sounds uneven now. I am so disappointed. This sounds like something that should be recalled for safety reasons. This brown stuff might get into my drink.

HealthMaster Elite Blender - Montel Williams should get as far away from this company as possible. It is a complete ripoff. This is the worst machine I have ever owned. After minimal use, I need a new pitcher worth $79.00 and it is not under warranty. The bearings are defective and will burn up quickly. Be well advised.

Some type of brown substance is leaking from the bottom of my pitcher. I contacted the company, which advised that a new pitcher will resolve this issue. They refuse to refund my money and they are charging me $49.99 to have a new pitcher sent. I really think a class action should be brought against this company.

I thought that my experience with these machines were just bad luck. I have had to pay for replacement machines twice, even with my warranty. This time, when my HealthMaster leaked from the bottom, out of curiosity, I filled it with clear water to check and see if it was leaking into my food. Sure enough it turned the clear water brown inside of the pitcher with particulate. I've been drinking the brown sludge. If something goes wrong with my health, I want to know if I can sue. Again, all they can do is charge me for a new pitcher even though I have a warranty. They say it doesn't cover the pitcher. I say they have no business selling a faulty product. They tried to charge me $79 for a new pitcher after already paying nearly $300 for the machine with the warranty. Do not buy this product. It is bad for your health.

I did NOT order nor received a Montel Health Master. The company insists that I did and continues to harass me by telephone and by mail, claiming I owe payment installments. My phone calls and letters to Montel Health Master demanding that they cease and desist go ignored. They continue to pursue collection. How do I get them to stop?

I bought my HealthMaster a few years ago and only used in on rare occasions but I began using it regularly (2-3 times a week on avg.) in the past year or two and have absolutely loved it! One day about a month ago, it just started smoking really bad and just stopped working. I think it is a very good concept but the motor needs work. I don't think I will send it back (for half the purchase cost) after the reviews though. I think I will just look for something else with a longer warranty and/or a nearby location for servicing. I will miss it though. :(

I purchased the Healthmaster Blender in March 2012. I have had it for 14 months. It is now leaking oil. I have contacted customer service who stated the base is under warranty but not the pitcher. The gentleman in customer service stated that the oil is coming from the pitcher and I will have to purchase another pitcher for $79. WHAT? I will not do business with them again!

I have not even opened my product and I've already informed the company that I will never do business with them again. I finally received my blender yesterday after waiting nearly 8 weeks for delivery! I had been informed that the extra $9.00 charge for rapid delivery would be removed, but it was not. This morning, I was informed by my bank that I had been charged twice for the blender, which Health Master denied. I had to put a block on their second attempted charge. All I can say is buyer beware!!!

This product is a huge lie. Plus when you call with a problem, the customer service is horrible! Montel ought to be ashamed of himself to sell this piece of mess. He should give them away to children as toys. They are not worth $10. Say no to the HealthMaster by Montel! Trust me; do not waste your hard-earned money! I used the blender 6 times max. It broke, was smoking and pieces falling off. Customer service said to buy another one. Really?!

One of the control knobs broke. I contacted Health Master to get a replacement, which I would pay for, but they do not sell parts. They only replace the unit and then only if the motor fails. Also, when making ice cream, the overload protector kept kicking in and stopping the machine. By the time it cooled down enough to allow a reset, everything had melted. Plus, you have to turn the machine upside down to press the reset button. A poor design. This is NOT a good emulsifying blender.

I have tried a number of different recipes with the Healthmaster and all of them are nothing but a thick, pulpy drink. If you're looking for a juicer or an emulsifier, this is not the way to go. What I ended up with is one good, but very expensive blender.

The product does what it says for a moment. Then, it just simply stops working. No customer support without receipt (even if given as a present for a hugely significant occasion). I feel completely slighted with a product whose days are clearly numbered.

After purchasing this blender, I decided to go with a better option, the Vitamix; and it does everything I need. It doesn't have a motor that will burn up after a few months of use. It also comes with a 5-year warranty!

I bought the Healthmaster Elite on April 10, 2012. The motor burned up in February 2013. I was informed I would have to pay another $30 to replace just the base with motor. I purchased a new base on Feb. 28, 2013. The motor again burned up on April 26, 2013. I called and was informed the 60-day warranty was up on the second base, so it would cost another $30. What a piece of junk this thing is. It spewed brown powdery stuff from the beginning, smelled horrible and sounded like a jet plane. Should have read the reviews before purchasing. Montel Williams should be ashamed for promoting this crummy product, as should Rachel Ray and Dr. Oz, both of which have had Williams on their show promoting this inferior product. Blendtec is the way to go!

I bought this so-called Health Master about 6 yrs. ago. I used it 3 times. The second and third time I used it, oil spewed out of this huge clunky thing! I just thought that it would go away with use since it was new and a so-called powerful machine. I put it away, forgot about it, moved and six years later, I took it back out because my little blender finally burnt out. I put ingredients in for a smoothie - this thing will not blend! I guess the oil dried up in it after 6 yrs. It lights up but won't spin.