Capable of continuous operation, this L'Equip 221 extracts juice from fruits and vegetables and then ejects pulp either into its pulp basket, or, for juice-bar quantities, into a garbage bag that can be secured to the extractor with a special holder. The extractor's 480-watt motor is computer controlled for precise operation, and the appliance stands on big rubber feet to reduce vibration and protect the counter's surface. Easy to assemble and disassemble for cleaning, the extractor comes with a bowl, basket, and blade that are made of stainless steel and are dishwasher-safe. Its plastic exterior, pulp basket, plunger, and cover wipe clean with a soapy cloth. The extractor measurers 12-1/2 inches high, 9 inches wide, and 13 inches deep, including spout and cover. It carries a 12-warranty against defects.
Amazon.com Review
Capable of continuous operation, this appliance extracts juice from fruits and vegetables and then ejects pulp either into its pulp basket, or, for juice-bar quantities, into a garbage bag that can be secured to the extractor with a special holder. The extractor's 480-watt motor is computer controlled for precise operation, and the appliance stands on big rubber feet to reduce vibration and protect the counter's surface. Easy to assemble and disassemble for cleaning, the extractor comes with a bowl, basket, and blade that are made of stainless steel and are dishwasher-safe. Its plastic exterior, pulp basket, plunger, and cover wipe clean with a soapy cloth. The extractor measurers 12-1/2 inches high, 9 inches wide, and 13 inches deep, including spout and cover. It carries a 12-warranty against defects. --Fred Brack
Comment: I should say this is my first juicer so I don't have much to compare it to.
It's really not very loud compared to some i've heard in juice bars and cafes. And it's all stainless steel and plastic so it's pretty easy to clean. Overall it seems heavy duty and well-made, I've had only minor problems. It seems to wonder around a bit on the counter while it's running so I often have to hold onto it to keep it from vibrating over. Also the rubber tabs on the little feet fell off and got lost pretty quickly, the adhesive wasn't strong enough apparantly. And you'll want to tip the unit forward after you turn it off to get some juice that didn't make it out of the spout (maybe just a few tablespoons) It's only leaked once- I took it apart, cleaned it, and it hasn't since. For the price I think it's pretty good.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Utilitarian but not durable 2007-03-10
Comment: This is not a heavy duty, commercial juicer. With less than 20 uses, I have already fried the motor (juicing apples) and stripped the plastic bolt that the blade rests on, juicing a mango. I have tried to contact lequip numerous times to exercise my warranty, but I have never heard back from them. I can not recommend this product.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Beware the L'EQUIP 221 2004-09-10
Comment: I purchased this model in March 04. It vibrated badly upon arrival, and it took months to get a replacement. Then the replacement juicer vibrated badly, so I contacted the manufacturer, L'EQUIP. L'EQUIP forces you to pay to ship the juicer back to them to fix their problems, and you have to send a check for $10.00 to cover their "service fee". I recently recieved the juicer back unfixed, and vibrating badly. The company is still stalling, unwilling to correct this situation. Their warranty, and service are worthless.
Customer Rating:
Summary: less foam more filling 2004-07-16
Comment: I have owned all the juicers this is the one to own and think it is imperative for people to understand this juicer was truly designed for the hardcore juicer because if you have a very fast juicer it can deplete the nutrients you are tryng to achieve with your commitment to live foods you waste money on foamy juice the 221 sacrificed some efficency in order to give you the ideal glass of live food. so if your life is based on convience you might as well get your really efficient high speed bottle of snapple
Customer Rating:
Summary: breaks easily - warranty is worth less than paper printed on 2003-12-17
Comment: I bought the L'Equip juicer because they are known for the quality. I was willing to spend more because they supposedly had this great Warranty. After just 3 uses, the housing cracked on my machine. I called the company and told them of the situation. They told me to ship it to them. I came to find that the warranty does not cover cracked parts. I now have a $200 juicer that can not be used with a worthless warranty. Look to other names willing to stand behind there products
It's really not very loud compared to some i've heard in juice bars and cafes. And it's all stainless steel and plastic so it's pretty easy to clean. Overall it seems heavy duty and well-made, I've had only minor problems. It seems to wonder around a bit on the counter while it's running so I often have to hold onto it to keep it from vibrating over. Also the rubber tabs on the little feet fell off and got lost pretty quickly, the adhesive wasn't strong enough apparantly. And you'll want to tip the unit forward after you turn it off to get some juice that didn't make it out of the spout (maybe just a few tablespoons) It's only leaked once- I took it apart, cleaned it, and it hasn't since. For the price I think it's pretty good.