A Simple Guide to Purchasing Your Vitamix Blender

To say that Vitamix is a household name as far as blenders are concerned will simply be an attempt at being modest. The name Vitamix can very easily replace the term “high performance blenders”. Once you see a Vitamix blender, you automatically know that this is a high-performance blender.

Interestingly, this brand has always been known for making high-performance blenders. From when the brand was founded in 1921 as a family owned business (which it still is), what it stood for has never been in doubt.

All through its interesting history, some of which you can find here, it has always understood the importance of nourishment and whole foods.

Things To Consider When Choosing A Vitamix Blender

The process of choosing a Vitamix blender should begin with a consideration of what you want to use the blender for in the first place. This should then be put side-by-side certain specifications, some of which we will look at very briefly.

Size

Size here refers to the capacity of the container. If you will be blending smoothies and other healthy foods for family consumption, then you are sure to require a container with more capacity than someone who will be using the blender for personal use.

Power

There are two important considerations to be made under this category. The first is the power requirement of the blender and the second is the power rating. In the U.S, the standard power requirement is 110volts to 120volts.

For the power rating which will be given in either horsepower or wattage, this refers to the amount of power the blender can generate. You should be looking at the kind of materials you intend to blend.

If you want to blend ice cubes, nuts and the likes, then you will certainly need a higher horsepower or wattage than someone who simply wants to blend softer ingredients.

Container Material

We previously looked at the capacity of the container, but this time we are looking at the material the container is made of. Blender containers are usually made of plastic, glass or even metal.

If you are going to be blending hot soup, you may consider going for glass or metal containers.

Though the kind of plastic used in making blender containers are usually categorized as BPA-free, a lot of user still prefer the “better safe than sorry” approach.

Another thing to note is that plastic gets scratched more easily than glass and metal, will easily get stained and will also retain smell more than the other materials.

Other specs to consider include controls, type, noise level and possibly price.

Our Top Recommendations

Do you think you can now pick out the blender that is right for you with the information you have just received?

Just in case (like most users) you still need some help, we have decided to go a step further by making some recommendations based on our research.

We have picked out our selection of 10 best vitamix blenders and from these we will share a few with you to make it easier for you to choose one that fits your requirements the most…

Vitamix 5300 Low-Profile Blender

This is a 64 ounce, low-profile blender that is powered by a 2.2HP motor. It is a powerful blender that can cut through very tough ingredients, bringing them to any level of smoothness you desire.

It also has a variable speed control that further puts its operation totally under you control.

This blender won’t take up much space on your countertop, neither will it take up space in your wallet for repairs and part replacement because it is covered by a 7-year full warranty.

Vitamix 5200 Blender

This blender has all the regular features you’ve come to expect from a Vitamix blender. It is designed for high-performance, has controls that put you totally in charge and is very easy to maintain, thanks to its self-cleaning feature.

This blender has blades made of hardened, aircraft grade stainless steel. These blades will cut through any ingredient you throw at it.

Powered by a 2HP motor, they can reach very high speeds that will generate enough frictional heat to bring your cold ingredients to almost a boil.

This feature is great for when you need to whip up some hot soup. Get this if you want top level performance.

Vitamix 7500 Low-Profile Blender

When you are looking to achieve any level of precision in your blending, this is the Vitamix blender model you go for. It features the usual high standard Vitamix products are known for.

Its powerful motor drives the hardened aircraft-grade stainless steel blades which can pulverize any ingredient you desire.

You can however control all of this power with the variable control that offers 10 speed levels at which you can blend your ingredients?

This allows you achieve any level of smoothness or coarseness you may desire by either increasing or decreasing the speed of the blades as required.

This is also a low-profile, 64 ounce blender that won’t take up much space and is also self-cleaning.

Vitamix 62824 Black Drink Machine Blender

Not everyone requires a 64 ounce capacity blender or even a work horse of a blender. This model offers a smaller capacity (48 ounces) container made of advance tritan plastic.

It has 6 program options and an automatic shut-off that gives you the convenience of turning it on and going ahead to do something else.

Once it is done (according to your chosen program) it will automatically shut off.

It is still a high-performing blender but not at the level of some of the others we have already listed.

Conclusion

The blenders we have listed above offer you a few solid options to choose from.

Whether you need a blender for the toughest of blending tasks or just something to handle regular tasks, Vitamix has a blender that is just right for you.

Get a Vitamix blender today and enjoy blending at its best.

Disclaimer: This is a collaborative post.