Equipment Review: Best High-End Blenders (Vitamix, Blendtec, KitchenAid, Breville) & Testing Winners
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- Опубліковано 6 гру 2017
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We tested 5 high-end blenders to find the best one (listed in alphabetical order):
Blendtec Designer 725
Breville The Boss
KitchenAid Pro Line Series Blender with Thermal Control Jar
Vitamix 5200
Vitamix Professional Series 750
We investigate the new crop of pricey blenders to see what you get-and whether it's worth it-when the sky's the limit.
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WINNING TRAITS OF A GOOD HIGH-END BLENDER
- Powerful, durable motor
- Tall, narrow jar to minimize aeration
- Reasonably quiet
- Clear, logical control panel
- Maneuverable base and jar
WHAT WE TESTED
We tested five blenders, priced from $399.95 to $679.95, rating them on their ability to blend smoothies, crush ice, puree hummus, emulsify mayonnaise, grind almond butter, and make ice cream, hot soup, and carrot juice. Throughout testing we evaluated each blender on how easy it was to operate, clean, and maneuver, as well as how loud it was. We weighed and measured each blender’s base and jar, used a tachometer to measure how fast its blades turned, and used a decibel meter to measure how loud its motor was.
RATING CRITERIA
Smoothies: We made smoothies using fresh kale, frozen pineapple, and orange juice in two ways. First, we blended the ingredients for exactly 60 seconds on high in each machine. Next, we followed the instructions each manufacturer provided for making smoothies; we used the “smoothie” button if the machine had one. The best blenders made completely smooth smoothies with minimal air incorporated into the blend.
Hummus: We made one batch of our Restaurant-Style Hummus in each blender; the best blenders required minimal scraping to completely puree the ingredients into a smooth and homogeneous dip.
Crushed Ice: We crushed ice in each blender; the best models quickly turned the ice into fluffy white snow with minimal scraping.
Mayonnaise: We emulsified eggs and oil into mayonnaise using our Quick Food Processor Mayonnaise recipe to evaluate the lower speeds and the opening in each lid designed for adding ingredients while the blender is running; the best models produced smooth, creamy mayonnaise.
Almond Butter: We ground almonds into Almond Butter. The best models were able to produce extremely smooth almond butter with minimal scraping and without overheating.
Frozen Desserts: We made vanilla ice cream in each machine; none of the blenders was able to make acceptable ice cream.
Hot Soup: We made tomato soup in each machine, testing their ability to puree and heat ingredients; the best machine was able to get the soup up to a piping-hot 160 degrees.
Juice: We made carrot juice in each blender by combining carrots and water; all the blenders made similar, slightly pulpy juice that was drinkable but not as good as juice from a dedicated juicer.
Maneuverability: We rated each blender on how easy its jar and lid were to attach and detach and how easy it was to move around.
Ease of Use: We rated each blender on how logical and intuitive its controls were, as well as how easy it was to use and clean.
Noise: Noise is measured in decibels on a scale of zero to 140. We noted how loud the blenders were throughout testing and measured them with a decibel meter, recording a range of 96.1 to 105.7 decibels. Those that stayed under 100 decibels rated highest.
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My $10 vitamix 5200 yardsale find is the best.
MyChilepepper you lucky b......
We need to party together sometime, I picked up a complete Rainbow SE vacuum (with carpet cleaner accessories, too) at a yardsale for $10. People are INSANE for what they let things go for!!
TheJorgSacul ha ha yeh that would be great, although I’m in the uk👍😀
that’s a steal!!!
Lol and I thought I found a good deal. I bought a used one for $100
The motor underneath lets off a slight smell and it's a little loud ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxCKuMxLnvr6fJd_M4SE-n7trcGj3zEUHq but considering it's size and how hard it works to do the job, it's sort of expected. I assume the smell will go away over time. Overall, I love this cute little blender. The extra cups and lids are great too!
I have the Vitamix 5200. Purchased it at Costco for the cheapest available price. I LOVE IT! Great to be validated by these experts 😀
Matthew Waterhouse you mean exfarts.
I got mine from Costco as well around 6 years ago....If I would have know how awesome the thing is I would have bought one 20 years ago.....I love that thing
Matthew Waterhouse How much at Costco?
CMV Robison.....I live in the Pacific NW....Portland/Vancouver....and as of Saturday 4.7.2018 the Vitamix 5200 was selling for $350
I had a blendtec and moved in with my fiance who has a Vitamix 5200. I sold the blendtec on Craigslist.
I love the vortex demonstration. That was brilliant.
The vortex is the whole reason why the vitamix is bad, their demonstration shows how it doesn't mix many things properly it only mixes the bottom of thicker stuff so you have to use a the tamper most of the time otherwise it wouldn't blend anything.
WaterspoutsOfTheDeep
Which is why it comes with a tamper
@@bl6973 Reading comprehension is a skill worth developing.
WaterspoutsOfTheDeep
What I mean is, yes the vitamix can’t mix well without the tamper but you’re supposed to use the tamper. It’s why they all come with one so you can move more viscous liquids towards the bottom.
@@bl6973 I know exactly what you meant lol. It's the fact you posted what you did despite not realizing the context of my post which was replying to someone not a stand alone comment and you posted something so blatantly obvious...
If the vitamix 5200 is the quietest the others must be like jet engines.
Allan Song that’s what is was thinking lol
And Vitamix had writer models with metal cladding. How did their Ascent models not make #1? Like the a3500. How did Blendtec night beer considered?
@@AGC828 "Writer models"? "Night beer"?
No kidding. I sometimes use hearing protection when I use mine.
I just got a Vitamix last week and it is substantially quieter than the Kitchenaid it replaced.
Purchased my 5200 back in 2009, and it still works like a champ. Don't care for pre-sets, enjoy using the 5200 because of the flip switches and dial giving me complete control of my blends. Great review.
I've had my 5200 for 7 years now, and I have never once regretted buying it. I don't know how I lived without it. Worth every penny!
Love Vitamix. Bought first one in 1998, lasted until 2017. Then traded-in old one for refurbished model, with full 7 year warranty, for $172. We use it every day.
Where did you buy it? Thanks
@@ratherbfishing455 trade-ins are accepted if you buy direct from Vitamix.
@@HotVoodooWitch Thanks, but can't afford one :(
@@ratherbfishing455 are you in the U.S? Subscribe to QVC and wait to get an e-mail announcing that Vitamixes are a TSV. I don't usually recommend buying what you can't afford to pay for in full but if you have a credit card and the monthly payments are in your budget, QVC lets you finance interest-free.
I’ve had my vitamix since 2006 and it’s still running like new 😉. Worth every penny!
I love my Vitamix... when I have parties and people use it everyone is impressed especially the smoothy setting... they are shocked at the price but continue to buy $59.00 blenders every year with plastic parts.... price matters!!
We’re about to invest in one soon. We make smoothies every morning and I’m sure my neighbors don’t appreciate those 6am smoothies.
@@shane-o-matic love our vitamix... hit its 10 year mark last month. We use it daily. I got tired of my wife burning up those $50 blenders every 3 months... ours is the old CIA equivalent to a model 5200. We love love love it!
@@southernreign1 this review is old, take a look around. The new Breville looks good to me.
@@deconcoder The review has been updated, and the Vitamix 5200 is still the winner in the "high-end" segment. The Breville Fresh & Furious, the replacement for the Breville Hemisphere, is the winner in the "mid-priced" category.
@@seikibrian8641 they didn't even review the current Breville high end model? Ok, never mind, then I will change my comment: this content is irrelevant. Go look at the Super Q.
My Blendtec is the best thing I've ever bought. 10 yrs of perfect operation
Which model do you have?
@@AliciaLovesYAHUSHA Ive had the basic Blendtec model for 10 years too. It is perfection. Just got the newer 3qt jar for larger blends and love it as well.
I have a bendtec, and it’s been running like a charm for a little over 5 years. Wouldn’t get a cheap blender ever again.
which one is better tho, Blendtec or the Vitamix 5200?
Mines been going 10 yrs and I use it everyday for harder stuff such as pulsing meat for dog food. Never had a problem with too much air
@@ymoneyj The aerated problem that she mentioned is real. Though its not a problem for me. I dont' care. The taller jar fixes this. But even Vitamix makes almost exclusively cabinet height jars now.
I have a Blendtec, my best friend has a Vitamix. They are both great. One thing about the Blendtec that I prefer and is big for me, is that it has a 2 wing blade as opposed to a 4 wing blade on the vitamix. This makes it so you don't have to tamp things like Kale or Spinach down to get it to blend. With the vitamix, you are constantly tamping to try to get things started.
My Blendtec Pro 800 is a dream come true. Highly recommend if you're serious about smoothies. Even blends up raw cashews perfectly for cashew creams and sauces, no soaking required!!
I have used a Blendtec for 5 or 6 years now. I still love it. I even bought a second on for the basement.
I have a 30 year old used KitchenAid blender. There is nothing like it sold new on the market. It's built like a tank, very heavy all metal, thick glass construction. The tall vessel has an oversized plunger hole in the top big enough to push celery or carrots through. This old beast knows how to properly chop nuts with well defined bits. It is the best tool for preparing east Indian chutney sauces, shuzuan pepper sauces and guacamole. I have even made peanut butter in it and it's precise enough to leave it chunky or make it smooth. You can't buy this quality anymore at any store unless you try and buy a commercial blender and those start at well over $800.
I will forever love my Vitamix, had one for 8 yrs in Canada, and it never once disappointed me, unfortunately I had to leave it behind. Now I moved to Europe and purchased one and here they are double in price, I spent the money because I know it will run and run many yrs later, it's simply the best.
I have Vitamix I bought it from Costco and I love it .I bought Vitamix blender 5 years ago and it's still going strong ,nothing has broken .
I've had my vitamix for about 15 years and it's still going strong. We use it everyday, I LOVE it. Totally worth every penny I bought it for. The best blender hands down.
Love this! My blender makes ok smoothies, but I always wondered why they so foamy? Now I know why, the shape of the blender. Thank you for the great videos, now I know what to look out for when I upgrade my blender.
The Blendtec I purchased seven years ago is a champ! Running the soup setting twice will produce HOT, steaming soup. The slow setting also goes slow enough to emulsify. It came with two different styles of containers.
Never looked back when I bought my Vitamix 5200...damn that thing is amazing!
I’ve had my Blendtec for 8 years, still runs like it’s new! I make protein smoothies nearly every day, they’re perfect. 👍
I have had my 5200 for 7 years and it still runs like day 1.
I've had my Vitamix 5200 for over a decade. Still going strong!
We have had a Blendtec for 6 years and would not trade for it. One of the many things I make is home made almond milk. Smooth and rich. My daughter-in-law has a newer vitamix, which does not work so well, even after soaking the almonds. She comes to our apt with her almonds.
I have been itching to upgrade my Vitamix, so I could switch to the low profile jars, but I'm grateful for this honest and straight-forward review because I can't really spare the money for an upgrade at the moment and I see that I don't really need to.
I've owned both Vitamix and Blendtec blenders and was using the Blendtec as my primary and keeping the Vitamix as a backup until as expected the Blendtec died . I went back to my Vitamix and boy what a difference . I forgot what i was missing as far as quality in blending . Never again ! Vitamix for life now .
I'm so glad to see a new ATK video out! Hoping to see toasters or tongs someday, soon.
I guess its all personal preference I personally have the Vitamix 5200 and its been a great solid machine. One of the biggest selling points was the fact that its actually designed and made in America. Some people prefer cheap and cheaply made while others prefer to spend a little more for quality.
That is so great to know that they are an American made brand.
Love my Vitamix. QVC has great deals on them, especially when they're a Today's Special Value.
I bought my Vita-mix direct from the factory almost 18 years ago and have used it pretty much daily since then and it has been entirely trouble free and satisfactory in every way.
Like Fender withe the Telecaster,they got it right the first time.
I prefer a Tele to a Strat.
I have always enjoyed your reviews and this one did not disappoint as well. I actually own the Vitamix 750. I love it! I do not like to imagine my life without it. It is a beast. Well... Recently, I had to send it in for repairs. Thanking God for a 7 year warranty. I have had mine a little over 2 years. All I make is smoothies. I have experimented a bunch, but I have narrowed it down to 4 cups of spinach, 1 cup of pineapples, 1 cup of mangoes, 1 cup of cherries, and 1 cup of blueberries and 1 cup of water to blend. As you can imagine, it takes its share of energy to blend, but I am very happy with the results.
Well... Because my 750 is off being repaired, I bought the loaner which appears to be a 5200. It has the taller container, etc. as mentioned in your video. Well... It can not compare to the 750. It is just not enough power to blend my smoothie. The blender literally bounces all over the counter and I have to hold it for it to blend. Also, with the wider container, it may be a chaotic blend, but the food drops to the bottom without the use of the tamper. Not so with my loaner... I have to use the tamper and it takes much longer to blend.
Oh... the point... If I had to do it over again... I would still purchase the 750 over the 5200 and I feel this video supports that decision and I am happy I watched the video and even happier with my 750 purchase. I hope it gets back here soon.
In either case, cool vid and thanks for sharing your experience.
My favorite smoothie takes a cup of orange juice, 10 grapes, 1 pouch of frozen açaí and a cup of frozen mixed berries, with 2 spoonfuls of oat bran. It tastes delicious and is an energetic bomb, perfect for breakfast.
I'm sorry to tell you this but the two Vitamixes perform identically (I've been an owner since 1987; I've had a bit of experience with them). In addition, that tall container can blend
Hmm. I’m wondering if you need to get your 5200 checked, too. I have a refurbished 5290 (same warranty) and it doesn’t move when blending.
The Breville Boss is really good. I put canned salmon with the bones into the blender and it came out completely smooth(for salmon patties). I chopped onions and bell peppers(with the use of the tamper) chopped it very well. I also made smoothies that had spinach, kale, mango, pineapple in it. It handle it with no issues.
I also used Breville boss. I only used it for 1 month due to the fact that I accidentally spilled a lot of water in the machine. Now, it's not working anymore. What am I gonna do?
Took the plunge 6 months ago and invested in a VItamix. My only regret is it took me so long. Nothing compares to it. I own the 7500.
Nothing? The Waring MX1000 is better. She left it out for a reason. This test is in the can!
@@holdencaulfied7492 why do you feel she left it out?
How much?
@ Hi Susan, she left it out because it's not as well known and it isn't one of the popular choices and Waring doesn't advertise. The Waring is a commercial blender and is solid as a rock. It'll blend anything. It has these big toggle switches, totally old school. It has two speeds, low and high, that's all you need. Who needs 10 speeds on a blender? I've had mine for 10 years and is running as good as the day I got it. It's on Amazon Prime for $365. IMO worth every penny. The model is Waring MX1000XTX. The motor is 3.5 horsepowers!
@@holdencaulfied7492 OMG. Thank you so very much!
I need it for raw foods, so lots of heavy duty, nuts etc. and can't just add liquid. Oh my. I'm so happy.
@ I think it's cheaper than the others also. I hope it works out for you.
I actually always have to sit down, and watch your entire videos every time, even if I wanna steal the answer from the back of the book so to speak and not watch the entirety. Vortex Demo was very smart, made the video just, so much better than any other I've seen.
Also .
I bought my All Clad D3 12 inch cause of you guys - Good work !
This lady is amazing. I can't think of better reviews than hers for any product.
I have the vitamix 5200. My 4 year old is gtube fed and i use it to blenerize real foods so he doesnt have to be dependant on formula. Vitamix has a medical discount program and we only paid $160.
Love my vitamix! My son can eat everything we can now.
That is so cool that they have a medical discount program!
Thank you for posting. I have just made up my mind from your demonstration, the vitamix 5200. I have watch other videos and I was still left confused after watching them
Really great review! You covered things I wouldn't have considered and now I know so much more. Almost ready to decide, just need to see what is available in 2021.
Your reviews have exactly the information I want to hear! Excellent job!
So glad I went with the 5200!! It’s been awesome for 5 years now. I thought extra bells and whistles were overrated! Confirmation from ATK makes it even better ;)
Excellent review. Thank you for sharing. I have had a Vitamix 5200 for ten years. You can mix concrete and chip tree branches in this thing it is so strong. I have not heard any other of your models, but I can say if they are louder than the Vitamix, you are going need hearing protection! The best sales pitch for a Vitamix comes from Vitamix customers. They aren't kidding, I guess I just proved that!
This is hands down the best and most informative video I have seen. To the point and without a lot of chatter. I suspected that my older 5200 was best but I couldn’t find a video that compared the motor size and the shape of the blender jar.
Thank you!
I've had my VM 5200 since 2006/2007 and in 2020 she's still tearing it up. I want the shorter container for blending, but since watching this video maybe I'll pass. I'm glad to hear this model is still a winner👏👏👏 Thanks for the video.
LOL....I bought that exact Vitamix 5200 from Costco for $350 several years ago.....It sell for $375 now....I use that blender almost every day....It's been worth every penny....Super creamy peanut butter....Super smooth Cashew cream....Super smooth smoothies....Wet chop onions in 2 or 3 pulses....Makes great soup....If it ever does stop working I'll go out and buy another one the same day.
Your old one is worth $100 as a trade-in on a new machine at Vitamix.
Maybe just have it repaired.
LOVE my 750 vitamix. got a refurb. one. looks and works like new. save tons of money. same warranty. zero regrets!
Vitri chiu i should have done that. hell i spent 750. on mine how much you got yours for?
$429. they have them at the vitamix website.
www.vitamix.com/us/en_us/Shop/Certified-Reconditioned-Next-Generation-Programs?skuId=001971
check to see if they have them in stock =)
Vee, how long is the warranty for?...Thank you...
Dorothy Kelley i got mine for 7 yrs
I called vitamix to talk about their blenders. They were honest. They asked a lot of questions about my needs. Told me why I wouldn’t like the shorter version as much and also told me about the refurbished units. I saved about $300 and am glad I got the taller one.
For that amount of money, I can just take jar off to fit under cabinets and, being vegan, I appreciate that the blades reach closer to sides than the shorter version. Especially when making thicker foods like peanut butter.
I also enjoy being validated when the test kitchen finds my appliance on top.
I have to say that this lady is really good at her job and reviewing products. I don’t know if she writes the reviews but they’re well written and also she speaks clearly and to the point! Great job keep up the great work. I have purchased a spatula a meat thermometer and many things from her advice and I have no regrets!
She nails it on this one. I've seen a number of far less successful reviews on her part.
Excellent presentation, the best I saw in a very short time! Quick and straight to the point!
Vitamix is a great company who still manufactures in Cleveland.
their lower end models are manufactured in China
Best blender review on UA-cam. Straight to the point without a lot of BS. Thank you.
I was blessed with a Vitamix for Christmas one year from coworkers. The thing is a BEAST and works like a champ! (noisy as all get-out tho)
Great to have ya all back. Really liked the slow motion shot of the blade.
I'm trying to hard avoid making a "nut butter" joke...
Very interesting; thank you. I have the Vitamix Heritage Pro 750, and I love it. Before that, I bought the Breville Boss blender, which I did not use, except to turn it on and see how noisy it was. There was no manual or recipe book with my Boss, so I knew it was going back to the store, anyhow. The Boss was extremely noisy, so back it went, book or no book. I could have settled for the Vitamix 5200 but I got a good deal on my Heritage Pro, so I paid much less than the usual price. I've never had an issue with it. Glad to hear Vitamix is still tops for the reviews.
The Boss was probably a return that is why there was no manual or recipe book.
If you’re a super sleuth, there are plenty of deals on vitamix blenders all over the internet. Also, haters gonna hate, I’ve had two(second wife hated the one the first wife picked out😂) and they both perform admirably.
Greg Najduch The wives or the blenders. Sorry, couldn't help myself.
Greg Najduch LOL Thats how women are. The second one didnt hate the blender though, she would hate anything and everything of your first wife in your house.
That blender still outlasted a marriage, total champ!
@Maria Callous He blended her
Both wives perform greatly. Hahahaha!
Got the Vitamix at Costco like a week before it went on sale. D'oh! Years later, it's still going strong. No touchscreen or LCD/OLED necessary, just an on switch, speed dial, and a turbo. That's all you need.
I have the vitamix ascent 3500 and though I agree the presets aren't necessary, I love how it calibrates with the Vitamix Recipe app via bluetooth. Being able to just dump in the ingredients without having to take out and dirty extra measuring tools was a game changer for me. And I usually hate using apps.
We love the Vitamix so much that have two different models.
An all Vitamix Review video is a must! Reviewing their whole line.
Your hair is life bro
Rolando Riggio that’d be tough but check out Blending with Henry here on UA-cam.
I have had a Vitamix 5200 for 17 years now and the variable speed dial finally went kaput. I'm pretty sure I've gotten my money's worth. What a great video, I was going to upgrade thinking the new bells and whistles
one would be better but now I'm going to run out and get a new 5200 and save money at the same time.
That issue is an easy fix. ua-cam.com/video/ErJYgLDiwp8/v-deo.html
I have a ninja and I love it. Works well. And I didnt pay no 700.00 for it either.
Thanks for posting Test Kitchen. My Vitamix Rocks! Smashes Anything and Everything. Love it.
Not the Waring MX Commercial. 3.5 HP. She was afraid to test it.
I have the KitchenAid and love it, and the warranty is 10 years.
This is the greatest review I've ever seen on youtube.
The way you explain the science is amazing!
Vitamix is used in bars, Orange Julius, Jamba Juice, Starbucks just to name a few. You can buy them in stores, QVC or other online retailers.
Oh wow… I didn’t even know that Orange Julius is still in business LOL.
I have the Vitamix 7500, which is just the 750 but with the same controls as the 5200. There is not one thing it does not do better than the Ninja and Waring models I used prior. I've used it 1-2 times a day for almost 4 years. Yes, it's an investment, but I think it paid for itself in savings from going to Jamba Juice or Starbucks for a frappachino.
I just got a Vitamix last year. I’m glad to hear that I made a good purchase.
Nice....one of the best demos I've seen, thank you for this video. Apppreeeciate it!
Yeeessss great way to start the day! Do cheese graters!
I'll continue to stick with my 1970's era Osterizer Imperial, all functions still work, used several times a week, has 10 speeds, crushes ICE better than anything I've see, holds 5 cups of content with easily viewed volumes in US or Metric, only have replaced glass vessel, the original broke the beaker when dropped after use on kitchen floor. All that's needed is a new seal on the base to curb leaking. Not many bells & whistles, has a pulse feature. It makes my day !
You can't make soups or smooth, velvety smoothies in your blender. I had one for a while. In all honesty that blender is crap compared to the blenders in the video.
QVC sells Vitamix 5200 a lot cheaper. I paid $300. It comes under the name Vitamix Creations II 64-oz 13-in-1 Variable-Speed Blender, and can be paid for installments. In two weeks, I used it more times than my old Kitchen Aid in 6 years. And the results are far better than any other blender I used before.
I have a Blendtec and its been used everyday for last 10 yrs. Great product. Never had an issue with air. Maybe I let it sit a few minutes and don't notice. I don't think you can go wrong with either the Vitamix or Blendtec. Both great American products that last.
LOVE LOVE LOVE my Vitamix!!!!
Another great review, thank you.
I purchased a newer Vitamix which touted a 40 percent noise reduction and more power claim and I was sold. Worth it. Also fits under my countertop.
Top review. Thanks for doing throughout experiments!
I've tried both Vitamix and Blendtec and they're both about the same. The Blendtec redesigned their jar, if you noticed, it has 5 sides rather than the standard 4. It was designed like that because people were complaining about using a tamper all the time, one more item to wash, hence the new design. Also I've made mayonaise in both Vitamix and Blendtec units, but then, I have the Blendtec Classic, not the latest model.
Hi, I have a Professional series Blendtec the Spacesaver 15. I love the Blendtec. No Tamper Needed to get it to work. Everyone has their opinions. Ive had a Vita Mix also, but to me the Blendtec RULES! =^..^=
I have the Blendtec as well and have owned the older Vitamix I’ll take the Blendtec anyday
@@cilsand6684 You can have it. :(=)
HotVoodooWitch I am currently using the new pampered chef cooking blender and it’s not as noisy as blendtec or vitamin and works amazing
@@froggydogs2 vitamix has been tested and it doesnt need tamper. When it needs tamper like nut butters, even blendtec cant do it.
Love my Blendtec and will never change. I’ve broken 4 Vitamix and their customer service is nonexistent. Sticking with Blendtec for life ❤️🌱
My Vitamix is my favorite appliance. I've used it regularly for years and have had zero problems. It's worth every penny!
Love these comparison videos. Keep them coming!!
Mine is NINJA it works very well, noise don't care. At the end, I don't spend hours blending.
That ninja blender will blow your eardrums eventually after daily use.
Great review!!
Possibly the best review video put out by you guys so far.
Bought my Vitamix 5200 in 2016, no regrets at all. The best thing about investing in the most popular brand is that you can always get the spare parts all-year-round without them being obsolete. Kudos.
Need to do a new test of these including the new Breville Super Q.
Year in, year out, test after test, it's the vitamix 5200
Thank you for your honesty. Great video and a huge help.
Thanks so much for making videos like this one! It’s how I found my last blender. Still happy with it. But I will want to buy a stronger one if it stops working.
brb gonna remortgage my house
tw e I didn’t even know i made this comment it’s been that long lolol
😂😂😂
Something they dont mention that i HIGHLY recommend with either vitamix. They sell a smaller pitcher that is narrow. 90% of the time i dont need the space provided by the large wide pitcher and the narrow smaller pitcher provides a better blend with small quantities
For an extra $133. IMO, the 48 oz pitcher should be the default for the viamix 5200 or at least packaged along with the 64 oz. $133 extra is a lot to spend on an already expensive blender.
So you paid 400 to $700 for the blender and now you got to buy another picture for probably another $100 or more
@Concerned Citizen I got my 5200(both wet and dry containers) from costco for 500 four years ago. I wish ATK compared the grinding of the grains on different models/brand. I cook extensively and use the wet not only for smoothies, butter but also lot wet grinding of the soaked grains. I use the dry for wheat, flax seeds and turned into fine. Vitamix 5200 is a beast and I love it.
Your video is what convinced me to go with 5200 over the a3500. Thank you. I already was leery of the "self detect" which seems more like a gimmick to block 3rd party devices and a pointless extra failure point. Then the fact they changed the shape of the container for reasons other than blending function really had me wary. Your video showing that the classic functions better for all tasks sold me on the 5200.
I have an Ascent 3500 "just because." It's a cool machine but it doesn't perform any better than the G-Series 7500, which is actually less versatile than . . . the 5200. Check out Blender Lady Blending's temperature test video here on UA-cam.
I like the simple controls on the Vitamix but prefer the Blendtec because their Wildside container (especially the newest one with ridges) doesn't require a tamper to push the food down into the blades which is often the case with the Vitamix . As well, it's shorter to fit under cabinets. It's worth getting the smaller Blendtec Twister container too for making almond butter and grinding flax seeds etc (ALWAYS keep ground flax in the freezer folks!)
That is the Blentec myth. That’s why you get a free scraper. You have to also put ingredients in a certain way otherwise you have to open the lid and scrape more from the stuff that gets stuck on the edge.
I knew, before the video even started, which model you were going to select -- the olde Vitamix. Why? Because you always do! I've had my Blendtec for about 15 years now, and I would never go back to the clanky, clunky, burn-out of a Vitamix I had. I had an old Vitamix with a stainless steel carafe. You had to turn the knob from forward to reverse as fast as you could in order to get anything to blend smoothly enough. Finally, thankfully, it's motor died and I threw it OUT! I watched the website: "Will it Blend", where they blended everything from baseballs to small electronic appliances and I was sold. I bought one and have never looked back!!!! I'm on my second carafe, and I'm completely happy. Bought the nut-butter carafe and I'm not thrilled with it. I watch videos of folks like you who continue to twiddle with knobs & switches to blend and I just shake my head -- I just press good old button #4 and I can blend almost anything I need -- and I do a lot with raw foods. Good luck to you with your dark ages blender!
I agree, not to mention Vitamix stole Blendtec's patented jar design and lost in court. They used Blendtecs design to improve their blenders. LOL :-) The award so far is $24 million and climbing while Vitamix attempts an appeal they will eventually lose.
But if you like retro low tech then get a Vitamix.
If you want a blender that's on the cutting edge that doesn't require or need you to push the food down to work then get a Blendtec.
I miss the days when they used to rank all of the runner-ups in the video so you could make a decision based on price or features you may or may not care about having. Now they just give the winner and sometimes (but rarely) the second place item. Then they force you to subscribe to their website to see the full rankings. I bet the only reason they even mentioned the second place item this time around was because they know the winner is so expensive most can't afford it.
When were these days you talk about that they posted full reviews on the open Web? I've been a subscriber to the magazine since it was called 'Cook's Magazine,' then to 'Cook's Illustrated,' and now to their Web sites, and I don't recall seeing many full reviews with rankings except in the paid publications.
SeikiBrian Some of those ranking reviews ARE ON UA-cam! I've seen several, ✌
This is An AD for Vitamix not a Review
In this case, second place costs more than first place. I bought a certified reconditioned Vitamix. Just like new and saved a ton.
I watched a bazillion vids before deciding. Between the Vitamix and Blendtec in particular I think it’s just preference. Some of the things this reviewer didn’t like (the led display) other people like a lot.
great review...Ill keep my standard Vita mix and learn to use the stick to push down items and get rid of air pockets.
I didn't want to believe the Vitamix hype - I've used everything from cheap to top of the line Ninja and Blend-Tec blenders. Then I spent this past week in a home that had a 5200 and I bought one before I got on my flight home so that it would be waiting for me. The hype is real - best blender I've ever used and I'll never go back.
THE NINJA IS TRASH MY NEIGHBOR SON BOUGHT HER ONE 7 MONTHS LATER SHE WOULD COME OVER TO BLEND HER THINGS ON MY WHITE 52OO GOING ON ALMOST 5 YEAR AIN'T NEVER HAD ANY ISSUES CAN'T IT AND THIS IS COMING FROM A COOK I USE A VERY SIMILAR ONE AT WORK PRETTY MUCH EVERYDAY I WORK
I've been using a 40 or 50 year-old Oster I inherited from my mother, for years. It may be the Model T of blenders... but there are plenty of Model T's still on the road.
My Oster is approaching 30 years old. Glass jar and it has off, on and pulse. It will probably outlast me..
You seem to be missing the new vacuum blenders. It would be nice if you tested those.
the review is from 2017.
I bought my son a Ninja Blender and he loves. Not in your review, but he uses it every day and is really happy he got it.
I’ve owned both the vitamix and the Breville boss blender and I can firmly say I order the boss blender. This video doesn’t really go into depth but for me Breville wins
And I’ve made plenty of hot soup with it
Mine broke down.