I just throw the blade in the dishwasher and it has come out clean every time. You're right that it isn't as fast as some other blenders, but I think it makes

I just throw the blade in the dishwasher and it has come out clean every time. You're right that it isn't as fast as some other blenders, but I think it makes up for it with the simple and durable design. I can live with having to run it for a bit longer.