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KitchenRecs · Maren · 11 days ago

Give me the physical switches. The Ascent X2's knob and levers are much more appealing to me than a blender covered in touch controls. I can also see the point of the smoothie and cleaning programs: those are shortcuts I'd actually want, rather than a long menu of things to scroll through. The self-detect containers are the part I'm less sold on. I'd prefer a simpler arrangement without container detection. Nice controls, but I don't love having that extra layer built into such a basic appliance.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 12 days ago

Has had trouble with the Nano since it arrived: it won't seat properly into the base, and replacement cups did not fix it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 16 days ago

Loves their Propel 750, a great blender, though it is very loud once you turn the knob.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 18 days ago

Bought an A2300i in Europe in 2022 and had reliability problems almost from the start: it stops for no reason or will not start. Warranty support through the distributor was unhelpful, so buyer-beware on the A2300i.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 20 days ago

Says their E310 blended like junk, leaving leafy greens chunky, while their later Venturist blends greens super smooth.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 21 days ago

Their 13-year-old 5200 wobbled on high, gave off a plasticky smell and smoke from the motor, and the bottom of the jar turned out to be damaged.

Reddit · r/Smoothies · 22 days ago

Rubbish and sent back the day after buying it. It got stuck blending almond butter in a protein smoothie.

Reddit · r/Appliances · 22 days ago

Has a BN801C bought less than a year ago and found dirt and suspected mold under the inner silicone ring of the Pro Extractor Blades assembly. The ring fits tightly and does not look removable, so moisture can be trapped despite careful hand-washing.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 24 days ago

Just got the Ascent X3 and it has been great, blending very smoothly; their banana nice cream came out with no chunks.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 27 days ago

Their 5200 still works like it's brand new, so they would find it hard to part with it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 31 days ago

Their Propel 510 is so loud that they, their husband and their dogs can't stand it, and a folded towel underneath barely helps; they are thinking of returning it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 31 days ago

Bought a 5200 on sale last week: it is loud, about like a hair dryer, which is fine for a minute-long smoothie but too loud for early mornings in their apartment, and nut butter pushed their tolerance.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 34 days ago

Their first Vitamix, a Propel 750 bought in June, has performed flawlessly; it is lighter than they expected, which suits their arthritic hands since they store it under the counter.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 35 days ago

Their E310 never bogs down like their old blender and stuff doesn't get stuck.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 37 days ago

Makes green smoothies in the 5200; it is loud but has a strong motor and works perfectly.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 37 days ago

Just received the X2 after a 14-year-old 5200 and feels disappointed: dislikes the plastic lid, has no cord wrap, and finds the self-detect smoothie cups too small.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 37 days ago

Loves their 5200: loud, but it makes everything super smooth, and its simpler design means less to malfunction and cheap, easy replacement parts.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 37 days ago

Bought a 5200 last year, found the bottom half was clipped and returned it right away.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 37 days ago

As a chef they have abused many 5200s, reheating soups, pureeing whole fish and even running one on high for an hour by accident, and have never broken one.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 37 days ago

Has had the VX1 for about a month and really likes it: much quieter than their old Ninja bullet, the tall narrow container suits single smoothies, it has a pulse button and was cheaper than the 5200.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 37 days ago

On their second Costco Alta Pro: the first failed after 11 days of multiple-times-a-day smoothies and spice grinding; they will switch to a 5200 if this one fails.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 38 days ago

Bought a refurbished 5200 about 15 years ago and recommends it as the one to buy.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 38 days ago

Bought a new 5200 to replace their 2014 Vitamix and finds it flimsier: the base is 7.2 lb against 8.6 lb and the plastic feels less sturdy, though it draws similar current and the speed control is really nice.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 39 days ago

Has the 5300 but it is never their go-to because it is bulky and clunky, hard to clean, and they cannot drink straight from it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 39 days ago

Got a 5200 on Prime Day last year and finds it outstanding.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 39 days ago

Bought the 5300 and says it is worth every penny: it pulverises seeds to fine powder and cleans itself with a little dish soap; they ditched their Ninja.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 39 days ago

Has used their 5200 for 13 years with all original parts and calls it one of their best purchases, though it is big so they keep it in a cabinet.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 39 days ago

Went with the Ascent X3 over the 5200 and doesn't regret it; the smart features aren't necessary but they use them often.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 39 days ago

Hated their Alta Pro's low-profile 64 oz container, which couldn't make a smoothie for two without a lot of tamping and still left ice chunks; they sold it and bought smaller containers.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 39 days ago

Their brand-new Costco Alta Pro wouldn't turn on at all on any setting or circuit, so they exchanged it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 40 days ago

Says to get the 5200 on sale: smoothies and milkshakes are restaurant grade and their daily kale, nut and chia smoothie is silky smooth.

Reddit · r/Appliances · 40 days ago

The glass pitcher shattered on only the second use, making a big mess, and a replacement pitcher costs more than a new unit.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 40 days ago

Their 5200's pitcher developed a rusty blade assembly, and Vitamix sent a replacement pitcher under warranty easily.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 40 days ago

Tired of their Ninja's cup leaking, they got the Vitamix Nano and love it: easy to use, very quiet, durable-feeling and leak-proof.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 40 days ago

Bought the Vitamix Nano and returned it: seating the cup on the base was hit or miss and the 20 oz cup filled up before all their smoothie ingredients were in.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 40 days ago

Their Vitamix A3500 works superbly and is a workhorse; they only wanted something smaller for daily smoothies.

Reddit · r/KitchenStack · 42 days ago

Gym bag staple most days. Protein powder, banana, and milk go smooth in about thirty seconds, and blending into stainless steel instead of plastic was the selling point. Battery life is something to think about.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 42 days ago

Bought the personal cup for their 5200 and it works less well than the big container: the small cup won't blend a frozen spinach cube in their shakes, which the standard container handles fine.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 43 days ago

Found a gross layer stuck under the blade of their recently bought 5200 and can't take the blade apart to clean it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 44 days ago

Can't get their 5200 to overheat even trying; they make skin-on roasted squash soup several times a year and just let it rip, adding stock as needed.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 47 days ago

Finds the Vitamix Nano amazing: frozen kale and lots of frozen fruit made a smoothie as smooth as their full-size Ascent.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 48 days ago

Tried to replace their old Pro 750 with an Ascent X5, but its self-detect container stopped working a week out of the box and the included 48 oz container felt small for the price, so they went back to the 750.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 48 days ago

After just under four years their European Ascent 3500i began giving off a very strong burning smell; it still runs but they stopped using it and are waiting on a slow warranty claim.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 48 days ago

Their 8-year-old Professional Series 750 still works most of the time and they went back to it after an Ascent X5 failed, though they expect it to give out soon and repair isn't cost-effective.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 48 days ago

Their new 5200 kept overheating and needing a 30-minute cool-down while puréeing a thick roasted squash soup with skins, never got past speed 5, and then died when they switched to high.

Reddit · r/KitchenAid · 49 days ago

K400 KSB4027 broke after one year and KitchenAid support wanted receipt and video; replacement jars are out of stock or over $115.

Reddit · r/Appliances · 50 days ago

Bought a Ninja Blast on sale; the area under the blades is hard to reach and cleaning, and it has turned dark brown, looking like rust.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 51 days ago

The self-detect carafe on their Ascent stopped working one week out of the box, and the machine later developed a strong burning smell after just under four years.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 51 days ago

Paired their $299 Costco Alta Pro with the 48 oz stainless pitcher, which transformed their single-serve smoothies versus the wide 64 oz jar.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 51 days ago

Calls their Alta Pro with a stainless steel pitcher an elite setup.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 51 days ago

Their three-month-old Propel 750 shuts itself off from overheating after about 20 seconds of a basic smoothie with plenty of water, and customer service made things worse.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 51 days ago

Has a 10-year-old Pro 750 that has never glitched.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 51 days ago

Owns a 5200 and loves it: very basic, powerful and noisy.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 52 days ago

Chose the VX1 over the 5200 because it was cheaper with a pulse switch; after two months of fine thick icy drinks it started making a very loud high-pitched screech with thicker blends, though it still works.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 56 days ago

Noticed a burning smell the first time they used their new Alta Pro.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 56 days ago

Has an A3500 that is years old with nothing wrong with it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 56 days ago

Made small batches in the 5200's 64 oz container for years without problems, but now prefers a 48 oz container for pestos and vinaigrettes because it is easier to get food out of.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 56 days ago

After returning an Alta Pro that needed too much liquid for a one-person smoothie, they got a Nutribullet Ultra and find it perfect for a single smoothie.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 59 days ago

Loves the power of their Costco Alta Pro but noticed a burnt smell at the highest power during the first week.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 59 days ago

Their Alta Pro still gives off an unpleasant smell after at least 30 green smoothie uses, unlike their older 5200s.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 60 days ago

Ground raw farro into flour in their 5200 for bread, though the batch wasn't uniform and needed sieving.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 60 days ago

Bought an Explorian E320 at Costco five years ago; after two good years their smoothies turned foamy with an odd taste, even on low speeds, so they switched to a cheap blender that gives silky smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 62 days ago

Their 5200 started overheating, which they put down to age, but a loose set screw in the drive socket was rubbing and making the motor work harder; tightening it fixed the problem.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 62 days ago

Has had a 5200 for 17 years and also bought an Alta Pro on sale; both are very good, but they prefer the 5200 and plan to fix it, though the newer Vitamix handles heat better.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 62 days ago

Their out-of-warranty 5200 broke and Vitamix quoted about half the price of a new blender for the repair, so they fixed it themselves for under $1 in parts.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 62 days ago

Their 10-year-old 7500 no longer reaches full power and stops getting stronger around speed 6, even with only water; they had smelled something electrical under load months earlier and hoped it would last longer than 10 years.

Reddit · r/KitchenAid · 64 days ago

Fourth KitchenAid blender: two have smoked while blending about 48 oz in the 56 oz pitcher, and support advised only half-filling. Heavily plastic and not as heavy-duty as expected.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 64 days ago

Bought a 5200 for the ginger and garlic paste it makes.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 66 days ago

Makes daily smoothies and biweekly almond butter in their 5200 for over a year and finds it rock solid.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 69 days ago

Their 5200, bought in 2010, is still going strong; they cook a lot at home and are amazed how sturdy it is.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 71 days ago

The Breville Super Q is their favourite: performance like a Vitamix 5200, a personal cup in the box, and smoothies with less air so they are more velvety.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 72 days ago

Uses the Magic Bullet for smoothies and for grinding coffee and nuts.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 73 days ago

Was gifted the Ascent X2 with the food processor attachment and calls it a dream, while still using their refurbished Explorian daily.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 74 days ago

Moving up from an old Oster they use only occasionally, they feel they over-bought with the new 5200: they keep losing the vortex, aren't sure how to use the tamper, and found chickpea pieces left after blending a stew base.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 80 days ago

Their new 5200 turned frozen mango and coconut milk into sorbet once they went straight to high and tamped hard; after a scare with the loud growl they are very happy with it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 82 days ago

Bought a certified reconditioned A3500 with a 5-year warranty directly from Vitamix in May for $185 and says it has performed perfectly.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 82 days ago

Bought the Ascent X5 stainless steel bundle on sale and finds it bomb-proof; the preset programs help their easily distracted household, and the stronger motor chews through everything.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 83 days ago

A couple of days into owning the 5200, their smoothies end up as either all liquid or ice sludge.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 88 days ago

Has had their Ascent A3500 since the year it was released in 2017, about nine years, alongside older Vitamixes that still work.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 91 days ago

Their 5200 blends big chunks of pineapple, oranges, unpeeled ginger and turmeric root with coconut water without struggling, and handles nut butters too.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 91 days ago

Their 5200 shuts down from overheating whenever it is more than a quarter full, even following recipes and advice exactly; customer service won't accept it is defective, leaving them with thin smoothies at best.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 91 days ago

Has been sold on their 5200 since buying it at 60% off on Prime Day six years ago, though mayonnaise from the included cookbook has lately come out too thin.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 92 days ago

Loves their Ascent X5, going strong for about 1.5 years; they make a lot of nut butter and like pressing a button and using the tamper rather than working the dial.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 92 days ago

Very happy with their A3500, especially paired with the 48 oz stainless steel container they have used for over four years.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 94 days ago

Says the Propel 510 just works much better for their use case, though they later moved to a Pro 750 by preference.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 95 days ago

Bought the Nutribullet Ultra as a portable sidekick to their Vitamix and is very happy: it handled ice cubes and left no green leaf bits, though tiny bits of blueberry skin and hemp seed shells remain.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 95 days ago

Has had a 5200 for about 10 years and it works as well as when they bought it, with no issues at all.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 95 days ago

Has used the 5200 for 22 years in professional kitchens and owned one at home for six and a half years; it has never let them down.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 96 days ago

Owns the Explorian E310 and is in its sixth year with it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 99 days ago

Has an A3500 and believes it is the best thing money can buy; it made smoothies, sauces and hummus staples in their diet.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 104 days ago

Returned a 7500 because it vibrated, and the replacement does the same depending on how the blade is oriented.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 105 days ago

Their 10-year-old Costco 5300 started smoking and shedding fine black powder at the base; a loose drive socket set screw had ground away the plastic housing, and their DIY repair failed.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 105 days ago

After about seven years their Vitamix 7500 started smoking with toxic fumes while blending greens with coconut water; Vitamix called it normal use, and it will be their last Vitamix.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 107 days ago

Has the same shutoff problem with the 5200 and has now bought two, either a bad model or two lemons, whereas their cheap Ninja never did this.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 109 days ago

Bought a used Super Q to compare against their 5200, found no advantage and returned it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 109 days ago

Compared a used Super Q with their 5200 and found it provided no advantage, so returned it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 112 days ago

Their just-unboxed reconditioned Explorian E310 makes a high-pitched noise when returned to speed 1 and squeaks when shutting off, coming from the blade with the jug attached.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 113 days ago

Their 5200 blends things to a consistency other blenders never could: on high there are no visible bits, just completely smooth.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 113 days ago

Recently got a used Pro 750 and loves it; its performance blew their mind, but it is very loud, so they wouldn't recommend it for an apartment.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 114 days ago

Bought a refurbished A2500 from Vitamix with an 8-year warranty and couldn't be happier, apart from being limited to the pricier self-detect containers.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 116 days ago

Bought a 5200 this year and hasn't felt any build quality issues; it blends like a champ and is everything they expected.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 117 days ago

Bought a 5200 recently and is unimpressed with the build: the plastic feels cheap, it blends decently but not noticeably better than their previous Ninja, and a piece of carrot got stuck under the blades.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 120 days ago

Their brand-new Costco Alta, used daily, always gives off a burned plastic smell after even a 50-second smoothie preset.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 121 days ago

Bought a Chefman blender a couple of weeks earlier; it started smoking and got hot to the touch while blending a smoothie. The manual says never run it longer than a minute, and they threw it away.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 121 days ago

After more than 10 years of near-daily use their 5200's container failed; they plan to buy a genuine Vitamix replacement container despite the $175 price.

Reddit · r/Smoothies · 122 days ago

It's really loud, louder than a stick vacuum. It's also taller than expected and didn't fit well in the kitchen, but otherwise it's pretty nice.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 122 days ago

Their reconditioned A2500 just arrived and works like a charm; highly recommends it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 122 days ago

Uses their Costco Alta Pro at least three times a day; coming from a Ninja, it is a world of difference in quality and consistency, and they see no need for the stainless jar.

Reddit · r/Smoothies · 123 days ago

Pretty loud, especially with ice, but it chunks up ice surprisingly well and works for pasta sauces too. Very easy to clean, and no scratches noticed since last Christmas.

Reddit · r/Smoothies · 123 days ago

Almost daily use for over a year on frozen fruit smoothies, loved, with no scratches.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 123 days ago

Their reconditioned Professional Series 750, bought from Vitamix in 2014, has been great.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 123 days ago

Their 5200 went strong for over ten years, and after servicing by Vitamix it came back like new.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 123 days ago

Picked up a 2016 Vitamix 5300 on Marketplace for $20 and it runs perfectly.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 124 days ago

Has had their Ascent A2300 for quite some years, but recently the base vibrates a lot while running.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 128 days ago

Their 5200 is over ten years old, used multiple times daily and still as powerful; but a new 5200 bought two years ago had a much lighter base and blended worse, as did its replacement.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 129 days ago

Their new 5200 doesn't feel as powerful or blend as quickly as the 2013 Total Nutrition Center it replaced, and the base and pitcher feel cheaper; they're considering returning it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 129 days ago

Just bought a 5200 and is underwhelmed: it didn't feel more powerful than their old KitchenAid blender on frozen fruit, milk and yogurt.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 129 days ago

Their 5200 is sturdy but its motor and blades don't cope with thick blends, so they're always tamping to unstick the blades.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 133 days ago

Their new 5200 is amazing on its first smoothie, though they noticed a faint burning smell after a couple of minutes on high.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 134 days ago

Likes their Costco Alta Pro so far, but its smoothie program makes smoothies more like juice and thin for acai bowls.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 140 days ago

Fell in love with their second-hand E310, though they cracked the container crushing ice too aggressively with the tamper; Vitamix replaced it free.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 140 days ago

Has used their Costco Classic (VM0103) for 10–15 years, sometimes daily, until the blade seized up.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 141 days ago

Replaced a ten-year-old Ninja with a VX1 and finds smoothies awful: the short blades cavitate immediately on thick frozen blends, so they constantly need the tamper, and the jar even lifted off with it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 141 days ago

Their A3500 blends fresh and frozen ingredients really well, almost too well if left too long; never had the jar lift with the tamper.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 142 days ago

Their E310 has made weird noises at low speeds since they got it about four years ago, though they go away at higher speeds.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 143 days ago

Also owns a 5200 and much prefers manual controls, saying they last far longer.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 143 days ago

Absolutely loves their 5200: a powerhouse still going as strong as the day they got it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 143 days ago

Their A3500 with the stainless container is solid, though next time they'd prefer a model without a touch screen.

Reddit · r/KitchenAid · 144 days ago

Has had a KitchenAid K400 blender for years and it has never smelled when running.

Reddit · r/KitchenAid · 144 days ago

Their new KitchenAid Artisan K400 blender gives off a stinky smell whenever it runs.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 146 days ago

Bought a like-new Explorian E310 on Marketplace for their daily thick smoothies and is really happy with it so far.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 147 days ago

Has a 5200 and absolutely loves it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 148 days ago

Bought a 2009 5200 on eBay for $100; it works flawlessly and blends insanely fast.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 149 days ago

Their new Costco Alta Pro walked across the counter on high; Costco swapped it and the replacement doesn't walk.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 149 days ago

Their Ascent X2 was fine and rock solid on the counter, but they hated its NFC self-detect containers and replaced it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 150 days ago

Just got the 5200 to replace a Ninja and is amazed how much smoother it gets, even pulverising strawberry seeds, with the tamper keeping thick blends moving.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 151 days ago

Their refurbished 5200 makes peanut butter without breaking a sweat.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 152 days ago

Got a new-in-box 5200 for $140 as their first Vitamix; its smoothies have much better texture than their hand immersion blender.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 154 days ago

Calls the Obliterator a beast.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 158 days ago

Got the VX1 recently; the rubber lid gives no click so it takes getting used to, but that's no big deal and the tamper is fine.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 158 days ago

Their E310 does a great job with smoothies, better than their old Blendtec on blackberry seeds, though the seeds become small bits rather than disappearing.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 158 days ago

Their Professional Series 750 does a great job with smoothies in its narrow container, as well as their E310 and better than their old Blendtec.

Reddit · r/KitchenAid · 161 days ago

Has the K400 with the Tritan jar and no leaking so far.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 162 days ago

Bought it at the Costco deal before wisdom-teeth surgery and finds it great: the self-clean works wonders and the smoothie program is almost idiot-proof.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 162 days ago

Could not be happier with their 5200: the best container for smoothies, a manual process to dial in, repair parts readily available and a great warranty.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 162 days ago

Their only downside of owning a 5200 is having no small container for small batches.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 164 days ago

Tried grinding dried chickpeas into flour once in their Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System with Auto-iQ: it was slow, came out slightly coarse, and they learned the blender is not meant for it and worried about breaking it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 164 days ago

Just picked up an E310 and finds it amazing: frappes, Nutella, hummus, juices, smoothies and baby food so far, and it lives on their counter.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 165 days ago

Bought the refurbished 5200 for vegan cooking and has had zero complaints, calling it amazing for hummus.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 166 days ago

Got the Costco Alta on sale for $299; very easy to use, with a 10-year warranty plus Costco's return policy.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 166 days ago

Their 7500 is approaching ten years; Vitamix replaced the container free around year five or six when its bottom failed.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 167 days ago

Happy with their Vitamix A3500 after a year of daily frozen-fruit smoothies, which come out very smooth, unlike their Nutribullet and a Ninja that burned out in under a year.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 167 days ago

Their Pro 750 is a reassuringly solid beast; the smoothie program left berry seeds, so they blend 90 seconds manually and get very smooth results.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 168 days ago

Makes a smoothie every day with their Ascent X4 and finds the difference from their old Ninja incredible; found it on sale and loves it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 175 days ago

Very happy with the Alta Pro from Costco; uses it more than their last blender because it does such excellent work with smoothies, soups and vanilla paste.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 175 days ago

Has had a few different Vitamixes and finds this one killer, loving the display screen and the presets.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 176 days ago

Got the Alta Pro from Costco earlier this month and is happy with it, though they almost regret not getting the bundle with the processor attachments.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 176 days ago

Their Alta Pro's self-clean doesn't always get sticky things like peanut butter out of the corners or pour spout, but it is really easy to clean if you don't leave it until the next day.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 176 days ago

Bought the Alta Pro for $299 after their Ninja food processor died and finds it amazing: super smooth smoothies without seeds, easy cleaning with the Clean program and a great Soup program.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 176 days ago

Got the Alta Pro at Costco for $299 last month as their first Vitamix; it has been great and they highly recommend it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 176 days ago

Switched from a Ninja to an E310 and found it an awesome upgrade, worth every penny.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 178 days ago

Has owned a 5000, a 5200 and a Total Nutrition Center, all essentially the same VM0103 machine and comparably rugged; still uses the 5000 and won't give it up.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 178 days ago

Likes the presets on their original Pro 750 because the built-in auto stop lets them walk away while it blends.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 181 days ago

Bought a new 5200 to replace a ten-year-old KitchenAid blender, but its narrow jar won't mix their cookies-and-cream milkshakes evenly the way the old blender did.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 185 days ago

Uses the skinny 32 oz pitcher on their 750 for almost everything, and the wide 64 oz does a good job with larger quantities.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 188 days ago

Has gone through the 5200, 7500 and A2300 to the A3500 and loves it with the processor and stainless container; only about three container-recognition hiccups in eight years.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 190 days ago

Really loves their V1200i but wishes for smaller and glass containers, since only big ones fit.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 191 days ago

Has used the E310 as their main blender; it feels slightly cheaper than their other Vitamixes but has easily survived where store blenders burnt out.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 192 days ago

Just bought the Ascent X2 SmartPrep system and it blends far better than their old Ninja setup; the hot soup function is cool and both self-detect containers connected instantly, though the food processor attachment bounces badly and is a poor design.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 192 days ago

Bought it for the power and 5-year warranty (about $51 with the 20 oz cup) after a Ninja that left spinach chunks. Returned a $300 Vitamix Alta Pro that couldn't blend a single serving well, and kept the Obliterator; happy with it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 192 days ago

Bought the Ascent X2 bundle at Costco last August and calls it one of their best kitchen purchases, adding the steel pitcher and food processor discs since.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 192 days ago

Coming from a Ninja, loves their new Ascent X5: it cuts seeds so well they don't notice them; rates it 8/10.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 193 days ago

Has used their E310 daily for 3-4 years and finds it miles better than any other blender they had.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 198 days ago

Their 5200 is over 15 years old; the circuit board failed after a couple of years leaving only fast or slow, but it has worked since they replaced the board.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 199 days ago

Ended up with an X4 at $605: it can't grind coffee beans, a $185 jar didn't seat properly on the base, and it is too tall for a standard cabinet. Zero positives so far versus their old Oster.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 199 days ago

Their 15-year-old 5200 operates just like new.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 199 days ago

Has had their 5200 since 2013 and gave up trying to kill it; it's immortal.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 199 days ago

Their restaurant has run two 5200s, kitchen and bar, all day every day for ten years without a motor failure, though they've gone through several jars.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 200 days ago

Got their 5200 for $100 from someone who had it a year; no issues.

Reddit · r/Blendtec · 205 days ago

Two thousand blends on a refurb one before it went to someone else, and it's still running six years later. Reportedly near 4,000 cycles with the blade replaced at some point.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 206 days ago

Their 5200 just arrived and is comically huge, far too big for their smoothies, so they're returning it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 207 days ago

Their A3500 has never had problems, though they never saw the point of Self-Detect.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 210 days ago

Their reconditioned 5200 from 2013 looked brand new and still works great.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 210 days ago

Was loving their Alta Pro, but it developed a problem in under two months and they're returning it to Costco.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 211 days ago

Got a reconditioned 7500 about 15–20 years ago and it's still going.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 213 days ago

After 8 years with a 5200 for smoothies and frozen cocktails they see no need to look for alternatives and prefer its simplicity.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 213 days ago

Their 5200 kept having issues after two repairs and finally died.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 213 days ago

Ordered the Costco Alta Pro after their 5200 died and loves it; it fits the low-profile containers from the 5200.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 214 days ago

As a single person found the wide 64oz container problematic for small batches, so bought a 48oz container and swaps back to the 64oz for larger jobs.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 214 days ago

New 900 Pro makes a very loud grinding sound when pressed down until the cup is locked; support said that's normal.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 214 days ago

Their 5200 from 2012 lost variable speed when the potentiometer failed; Vitamix quoted $239 to repair or a $100 trade-in credit.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 214 days ago

Bought a reconditioned Vitamix over a decade ago and it's still going strong with a lot of weekly use.

Reddit · r/Appliances · 215 days ago

Has had a Magic Bullet for years but the silicone gaskets aged and the blades leak; replacement parts for the older version are nearly impossible to find.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 215 days ago

Their Costco Alta Pro is powerful and makes excellent smoothies from frozen fruit.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 216 days ago

Their out-of-warranty Explorian E310 (VM0197) now sounds like its gears are slipping or grinding.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 217 days ago

Their marketplace 5200 can't even make a pâté without repeatedly shutting off.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 217 days ago

Just got a new E320 and their first smoothie was very nice, though the motor sound oscillates while blending.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 221 days ago

Ordered the 5200 with the stainless container on sale and is very satisfied.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 221 days ago

Their VM0103 from a 2012 estate auction works great.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 222 days ago

Picked the Alta Pro over the 5200 for its newer motor, presets, no NFC chip, 10-year warranty and Costco returns.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 222 days ago

Recommends the 7500 with stainless container: beefier and quieter than a 5600, with no RFID to mess with.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 222 days ago

Paid $500 for the Ascent X2 bundle with 48 oz and 64 oz containers and food processor from Costco and feels it has almost paid for itself.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 222 days ago

Absolutely loves their Propel 750, using the smoothie and cleaning presets most.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 222 days ago

Their 5200 just does its thing: spins really fast with no smart features.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 222 days ago

After eight years with a 5200 for smoothies and frozen cocktails sees no need for alternatives; values its simplicity and serviceability.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 222 days ago

Would pick the 5200 with the stainless container: it's so simple that replacement parts like the speed control are cheap.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 223 days ago

Has a 12-year-old 5200 used almost daily and calls it a beast.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 223 days ago

Had a 7500 and found it a pain to blend smaller amounts in its low-profile container; recommends the 5200 for 16 oz or less.

Reddit · r/Appliances · 224 days ago

Bought a Ninja TWISTi at Target and on first morning use smelled burning plastic, with plastic chipping on the base and blade attachment.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 224 days ago

Their new 5200 hasn't struggled with anything so far: peanut butter, oat flour and frozen-fruit smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 225 days ago

Their refurbished Explorian VM0197, gifted last May, started smoking and smelling of burnt plastic making nut butter in under a year.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 226 days ago

Really likes their 2016 VM0109 (5200) manual model with no smart features or presets.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 227 days ago

Owns a Super Q and a Vitamix and says the Super Q is noticeably quieter.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 227 days ago

Loves their Alta Pro: makes whole-lemon lemonade and 16 oz smoothies, just blending a bit longer, and the Costco guarantee sold them.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 231 days ago

Their 5300 always stalled on frozen smoothies and needed the tamper until they realised their freezer was colder than a friend's; partially thawing the berries fixed it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 236 days ago

Their Vitamix 750 was so loud that the neighbors in their apartment hated it.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 236 days ago

Their V1200 keeps overheating with a burning smell when making thick hummus, though it gives silky results, so they are shopping for a commercial blender.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 236 days ago

Has had their 5200 for 27 years, using it often twice a day, and it still makes greens and berry seeds disappear.

Reddit · r/Appliances · 238 days ago

Makes thick frosties and protein smoothies in the TWISTi and cleans it by blending soap and water; parts are dishwasher safe.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 239 days ago

Has used their 5200 for over 14 years for super-thick smoothies; the tall narrow container, blade shape, ingredient order and tamper make it work where their son's Ninja can't compare.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 239 days ago

Their Professional 750 with the low 64 oz container works well for smoothies but can overheat and shut down depending on thickness and blend time.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 251 days ago

Won their A3500 on eBay about four years ago and completely loves it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 253 days ago

Has used a reconditioned A2500 for close to seven years and it works great.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 253 days ago

Their reconditioned V1200 bought 7–8 years ago still works like new.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 253 days ago

Their new Ascent X2 stops blending after about 30 seconds almost every time, still making motor sound but with no blade movement, until unplugged.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 254 days ago

Their 5200 with the tall container sucks air under the ingredients every time, despite following the ramp-up and tamper instructions.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 254 days ago

Their new 5200 handles smoothies and frozen fruit with ease but takes 15–20 minutes of stopping and tamping to make hummus.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 254 days ago

Their A3500i's first jug didn't work out of the box and the replacement stopped being detected after a few years; they're now on their third jug.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 255 days ago

Their new 5200 bought late 2024 has vibrated and stalled into safety shutdown from the start, even with the tamper, while their two Explorians lasted over six years.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 255 days ago

Their 5200 has been used weekly for over 15 years without fail.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 255 days ago

Their experience with the 5200 has been hassle-free.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 257 days ago

Their X4 spins at high speed without mixing the top layer despite proper layering, which they find frustrating for an expensive blender.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 260 days ago

Their new A2500 regularly stops blending mid-way while the blade spins, so they constantly shake the carafe.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 262 days ago

Their silver A3500 is awesome.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 263 days ago

Their A3500, their first Vitamix, seems really good quality, though its containers need the self-detect chip.

Reddit · r/KitchenAid · 264 days ago

On their third plastic jar because the blade bearing leaks black smelly grease after about six months; cannot get more than 12 months out of the K400 whereas their no-name blender lasted 20 years.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 265 days ago

Bought a Propel 510 in November 2025 for daily single breakfast smoothies but has had trouble getting it to actually blend frozen fruit.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 268 days ago

Their 5200, bought new on sale for $329, is used weekly and has saved them a lot of money.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 271 days ago

Got a reconditioned 5200 for $350 from Vitamix and it works great.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 273 days ago

Their refurbished 5200 was as awesome as their Ascent apart from the presets.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 273 days ago

Received an E320 as a gift in 2019 and loved it, using it for years.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 274 days ago

Has a reconditioned 5200 and loves it, using it every day.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 274 days ago

Their A2500 is a great blender, though they swapped to a Pro 750 to avoid self-detect containers.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 276 days ago

Their first Alta Pro had to be returned and replaced, but they've used the replacement a lot with no issues.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 276 days ago

Returned the Ascent 2 for the Alta Pro so they can use their personal cup and other older accessories, even the food processor with a small adjustment.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 277 days ago

Their culinary version of the 5200, bought in 2013, is still going strong with no app or special containers.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 277 days ago

Has the X4 and is very happy; calls it an absolute champion.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 278 days ago

Got the X5 and says if they had to do it again they would just get the 5200 since they mostly ignore the presets.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 278 days ago

Happy with their 5200; doesn't mind turning a dial by hand.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 278 days ago

Got the Ascent X5 but would just get a 5200 if doing it again.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 278 days ago

Had the X2 and now the X4; they perform the same, but they miss the X2's physical levers and see the X4's touch panel as only for those who like the techy look.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 278 days ago

Had the Ascent X2 before gifting it and moving to the X4; same performance, and they miss its physical levers.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 278 days ago

Loves their X2: a nice base with physical knob and switches and the smoothie, self-clean and hot soup programs they use.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 282 days ago

Their Magic Bullet lasted about six months before the replacement Nutribullet lasted almost two years.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 283 days ago

Has used their E310 with the 48 oz container weekly for almost a year, but the rubber lid is so tight it only goes on with water on the edges.

Reddit · r/KitchenAid · 286 days ago

Same issue on their K400: rusty liquid pours from the jar and has oxidized the motor, so the fix is a motor replacement.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 289 days ago

Their new 5200 from Vitamix arrived with a worn-looking logo and missing decals; Vitamix replaced it quickly, paid shipping both ways, and the replacement looks perfect.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 289 days ago

Bought their 7500 new from Vitamix in 2014 and it still does an excellent job.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 289 days ago

Their Professional Series 750's internal chassis disintegrated after a couple of years of barely being used.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 289 days ago

Their reconditioned E320 has never struggled with smoothies, soup, sauces, peanut butter or hummus in about five years.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 289 days ago

Their 750 Pro just turned 11 years old with zero issues; only added a 48 oz jar.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 292 days ago

Their A3500i has never failed them.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 292 days ago

Makes dough in their V1200 just fine in a minute or two.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 296 days ago

Got the Venturist Pro in a Woot sale and loves it, though single-serve smoothies in the pitcher are either pure liquid or a little too chunky without a cup adapter.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 296 days ago

Has a 5200 with the tall 64 oz container and finds it super great.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 296 days ago

Their Professional Series 750 has corrosion on the housing after five years and only 20–30 uses, which disappoints them.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 298 days ago

Has the A3500 in black stainless and loves it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 303 days ago

Chose the Super Q and finds it great for smoothies and soups; quieter than expected but the very tight lid is hard to remove.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 303 days ago

A $15 Black Friday Magic Bullet blew up after four weeks of light use.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 303 days ago

Bought the Nutribullet 1200 and it broke in the first week, as did both warranty replacements, wondering if the motor is poorly designed for 240V.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 304 days ago

Has had the Nutribullet 1200 for six years and says it has been flawless: grinds herbs, makes smoothies and pancake batter. Only missing a pitcher for hot liquids like soup.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 304 days ago

Has had their Venturist set for eight years; Vitamix replaced the personal-cup blade when it failed.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 305 days ago

Their Costco E320 worked great for about four years until the container started leaking and no longer seats flat.

Reddit · r/NinjaFoodi · 311 days ago

They have the Ninja BL660 and love it, but can't find a food processor bowl that fits it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 311 days ago

Found the Costco Alta Pro's pitcher base too wide for their small batches, needing far more liquid for the blades to catch, so they switched to an E310.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 311 days ago

Their E310 from Vitamix is perfect for small smoothie and purée batches after the Alta Pro's wide pitcher didn't work for them.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 311 days ago

Very happy with the Alta Pro their mom bought them for about $300; finds it extremely powerful for soups and smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 311 days ago

Got an open-box, never-used Propel 750 on eBay for $249 and finds it a lovely machine.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 311 days ago

Has the barebones E310 with one 48 oz container and uses it only for smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 312 days ago

Their E310 is a huge upgrade from their 900 W Ninja and blends really well.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 312 days ago

Their one-year-old Ascent X2 has a stress crack in the ring.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 313 days ago

Their Ascent 2 Vitamix with the food processor attachment powered through over 4 lbs of cheese quite efficiently, outperforming their KitchenAid food processor, though some blades cannot process cheese.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 313 days ago

Their white Alta Pro from Costco is a good blender that works very well.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 314 days ago

Their new 5200 is great, though the lid plug turns freely and bounces around while running.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 315 days ago

Their Pro 750 from 2018 has been in heavy rotation 5-6 days a week for smoothies, soup, dough and batter and is still going.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 315 days ago

Their 5200 bought from Amazon in October ran fine until January, when it powered on but the blades stopped turning; customer support kept them on hold.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 316 days ago

Their first Vitamix, an E310 from Best Buy, wouldn't turn back on on its second use after 20 seconds of blending, even after a long cool-down.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 317 days ago

Chose the 5200 for its simple controls and standard 64-oz pitcher that handles small amounts, and makes soups and bisques in it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 317 days ago

Their X2 is fine but doesn't impress; a Nutribullet makes better smoothies, the X2 is very loud, and they would not pay that much again.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 317 days ago

Has a 750 and it's excellent; glad they found one at a good price years ago.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 317 days ago

Their first Vitamix, a 750 Pro, was a great blender and their wife's favourite, replaced only for a cheap A3500 bundle.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 317 days ago

Bought the 5200 for its container and their partner is very happy.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 319 days ago

Makes a smoothie every day and stopped buying Magic Bullets because they just don't last; a Nutri Ninja Pro has held up with frozen fruit and ice.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 320 days ago

Had their 12-year-old 5200 container blow out on two sides while making salsa; Vitamix would not warranty it and no longer sells the plastic container, leaving a roughly $200 replacement.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 321 days ago

Their 750, bought in 2020, churned through a giant block of frozen fruit nicely and works fine.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 321 days ago

Their 8-year-old 5200 had major problems from recalled stripping blades, just past its 7-year warranty.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 322 days ago

Just got the Ascent X3 secondhand for about 60% off and loves it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 325 days ago

Just made a Cajun cashew sauce in their 5200, whose container is foggy after much use.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 326 days ago

Their E320 flings thick nut butter to the sides past speed 3-4 and its low-profile 64 oz container needs larger batches for a vortex, though they like its simplicity.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 326 days ago

Ordered a 5200 via Amazon on Black Friday and it has made smoothies beautifully.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 326 days ago

Their first Vitamix, an E310, is liked so far but gets pretty loud.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 327 days ago

Started with the A3500, loved it, and added the food processor attachment and a 1.4 L container.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 328 days ago

Drank smoothies daily and Magic Bullets kept dying, so they gave up on them for a personal blender with a stronger motor and thicker cups.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 328 days ago

Recently bought an Alta Pro and finds the machine amazing.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 328 days ago

Likes the 5300 with a stainless container: reliable, cheap parts, slightly more power than the 5200 and no self-detect to fail.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 329 days ago

Their A3500 fully pulverizes seeds including blackberry seeds; smoothies are smooth.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 331 days ago

Uses it for salad dressing, sauces, marinades, dips and breadcrumbs; it lasts long and takes abuse, with only the blade part replaced with generics.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 331 days ago

Lives on the counter and gets used several times a week for dressings, sauces, spice mixes and grinding nuts instead of the big blender.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 331 days ago

Has had the same Magic Bullet since 2003; replaced blades and a spinner cheaply, uses it for syrups, dressings, purees and whipped cream, and calls it buy-it-for-life.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 331 days ago

Uses it for salsa, meat spreads and dips; handy with easy cleanup.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 331 days ago

Their 5200 stopped working after 9 years.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 332 days ago

Their Magic Bullet always packed up after a few months, which got old fast, so they moved to a sturdier NutriBullet Pro used every morning.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 333 days ago

Their brand new Alta Pro from Costco has a loose control panel.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 334 days ago

Burned through a couple of Magic Bullets and got tired of replacing them, then switched to a NutriBullet Pro that handles daily frozen-fruit smoothies better.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 338 days ago

Loves their 5200 with the tall narrow jar for single-serve smoothies and soup; simple controls and no RFID.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 339 days ago

Their Ascent X4 is significantly less loud than their sister's Explorian and much quieter than the 5200.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 339 days ago

Their first Vitamix, an Alta Pro from Costco, is much quieter than their Nutribullet Ultra and they're impressed.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 343 days ago

Their new 5200 works like a dream, just like the one they had 15 years ago.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 343 days ago

Their new 5200 from Amazon arrived dead with no power, and feels much lighter and cheaper than their 15-year-old Pro 500.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 344 days ago

Has the 5200, never feels the need for presets, and really likes the tall jar.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 345 days ago

Quite impressed with their new Alta Pro: it's noticeably louder than their 5200 but clearly more powerful, and they like the self-clean, soup and smoothie buttons.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 345 days ago

Bought and returned a 5200 after one thick smoothie because its motor felt weaker than their Explorian E320.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 345 days ago

Their Explorian E320 bought from Costco 8 years ago is still running fine and handled thick smoothies better than a 5200.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 346 days ago

Has made perfectly fine 8 oz smoothies in the Propel 510's 48 oz container, usually blending 10 to 12 oz.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 346 days ago

Has had a 5200 with the plastic container for years and uses it almost every day.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 346 days ago

Got a used 5200 after seeing one turn hard food into juice; a great machine.

Reddit · r/KitchenAid · 348 days ago

Their K400 jug failed out of warranty; KitchenAid sent a whole new blender, and its jug failed catastrophically on first use, so they sent another.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 348 days ago

Their A3500's cleaning cycle is easy to use, but the 48 oz dry grains container developed cracks after 9 months of hand washing.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 348 days ago

Has two 5200s and loves them for kale smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 348 days ago

Their old standard 5200 has run their daily smoothie for over 18 years and is only now showing signs of retiring.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 350 days ago

Their E310's 48 oz container almost never forms a vortex with small batches of sauces, dips or hummus; ingredients sit under the blade.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 350 days ago

Went with the Ascent X3 for the longer warranty, self-clean preset, slightly quieter running and a more usable jar; no complaints.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 350 days ago

Has the 5200, which America's Test Kitchen ranked above the Ascent and 510.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 351 days ago

Their Ascent A2500 buzzes loudly, smells of burnt electronics as it overheats and stops.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 351 days ago

Picked up a virtually unused 2012 Professional Series 750 on eBay and it runs like a dream.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 351 days ago

Their new Propel 750 stopped working on any setting after two uses, just clicking, and Amazon wouldn't replace it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 352 days ago

Bought a 5200 secondhand on eBay almost 10 years ago from someone's attic, and it is still running.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 352 days ago

Uses their 5200 for soups and smoothies alongside an old 3600 for flour and nut butters.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 352 days ago

Has owned a Professional 750 for 10 years and calls it a beast, with off-the-charts warranty service.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 352 days ago

Picked up the Alta Pro a few months ago and uses it heavily for generous single servings; absolutely wonderful so far.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 352 days ago

Found the Nutribullet RX an adequate travel substitute for their Vitamix, easily blending steak, burger and turkey into liquid for a feeding tube.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 352 days ago

Their new Ascent X2 with the 48 oz container doesn't move cooked black beans at the bottom like their original Vitamix did, even at full speed.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 352 days ago

Has had the 5200 for over a decade and it's been great.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 353 days ago

Bought a refurbished E310 with the 48 oz container and says it does most tasks as well as a 5200 while fitting under cabinets; the hardest thing they blend is hummus.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 353 days ago

Bought the professional 5200 and says it is built like a tank with nothing complicated to break.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 353 days ago

Their 5200 from Amazon arrived and has already made the silkiest tomato soup and great açaí bowls; they don't miss their Ninja.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 353 days ago

Upgraded from a Ninja Auto-iQ to a Propel 750: amazing at grinding small berry seeds, but they need the tamper for frozen spinach blocks that the Ninja chopped easily.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 353 days ago

Their A2300i turns two litres of veggies and stock into perfectly smooth soup in about 20 seconds.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 353 days ago

Uses their Propel 750 almost exclusively for single servings with no issues; it always exceeds expectations.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 353 days ago

Makes mostly single-serve smoothies in their Ascent X4 and finds the blend quality unparalleled.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Just got the X2 kitchen system, loves it, and has already made lots of smoothies and ice cream.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Happy with their Alta Pro's cleaning and smoothie presets; it's loud but they can press a button and leave the room.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Upgraded from an old Ninja to the 5200 and loves it: frozen fruit and spinach smoothies come out very smooth with a little tamper use.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Moved from a 5200 to the Alta Pro and likes it: less harsh and quieter, small volumes in the wide 64 oz container aren't a problem, and the self-clean is nice.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Replaced a noisy Explorian with the Alta Pro; after one use it's still audible a floor away but blends into the background and their toddler didn't complain.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Their first Vitamix, the Alta Pro, makes vanilla paste well and is only really loud at 10; dropping to 9 is much quieter.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Their Explorian E310 has served them well for almost a decade, but it is so loud they worry about their small kids' ears and use it less.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Their gifted 7500 works, much better with a smaller 32 oz container, but makes a lot of racket.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Their two-year-old 5200 still makes grainy cashew cream even after soaking and tamping, so they finish it with an immersion blender and aren't in love.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 354 days ago

Their 5200 blends cashew cream smooth just fine, even without soaking.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 355 days ago

Had a 5200 for about a decade (still works) and just got the Alta Pro, which they like better so far; the presets work well and are a nice addition.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 355 days ago

Has had their 5200 for about a decade and it still works.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 356 days ago

Has had the 5300 with no presets for 6 years and never missed a program; the pulse is handy.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 356 days ago

Their Alta Pro sounds like a plane flying right overhead.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 356 days ago

Their legacy 5200 has been amazing for mid-size portions, but they're disappointed by the lack of small containers for 4-8 oz pastes and chutneys.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 357 days ago

Switched to the 5200 after frustration with small batches in a low-profile container and couldn't be happier; manages a 15oz smoothie easily.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 357 days ago

Their Costco Venturist's wide low-profile container couldn't blend batches smaller than about 20-25oz, which was frustrating.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 357 days ago

Loves their X2, the best blender they've used; it handles anything and clean-up is super easy.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 357 days ago

Got their Propel 750 and loves it: sounds like a dishwasher, doesn't bother the cat and fits under the counter.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 357 days ago

Has owned the Alta Pro for a month and really loves it; way quieter than the Venturist Pro they had.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 358 days ago

Has used their 5200 daily for 15 years and it still runs like a champ; returned a Blendtec because they prefer a knob.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 358 days ago

Just bought the Alta Pro and loves it, including the smoothie, soup and self-clean presets; small smoothie batches are fine.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 359 days ago

Their new 5200 keeps overheating making hummus even after resting it and adding liquid.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 359 days ago

Their 5200's high speed blends a thick frozen-fruit smoothie in under 15 seconds; money well spent.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 359 days ago

The bearings wore out in their 5200's 64 oz pitcher so the blade seized, but Vitamix is replacing it under warranty.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 360 days ago

Calls the 5200 reliable for years, really simple to use, perfect smoothies and built like a tank; says the presets on other models were never necessary.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 360 days ago

Their wife's Vitamix 5200 was loud and turned smoothies to foam, so she returned it after almost two years and went back to a Ninja.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 362 days ago

The container of their 5200 cracked during normal use while under warranty.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 363 days ago

Has never had an issue with their 5200 and would skip the extended warranty.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 364 days ago

Their VM0197 (E310) runs fast on speed 1 and Vitamix quoted $230 plus tax and shipping to repair it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 368 days ago

Out of warranty, the variable speed switch on their VM0197 (E310) has to be turned over 360 degrees before it engages.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 370 days ago

Loves their 5200 and could not have it any other way.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 374 days ago

Their 7500 is a workhorse, but its low-profile 64 oz canister isn't great for small batches.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 378 days ago

Their Ascent A3500 with the single-cup adapter is absolutely perfect for smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 378 days ago

Makes two smoothie servings at a time in their 5200, drinking one and chilling the other; works well.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 378 days ago

Replaced a Ninja with the E310: the narrow 48 oz container makes two smoothies or soups and works really well even with small quantities.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 378 days ago

Their Venturist V1200 has been amazing for daily single smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 382 days ago

Their A3500 won't detect the food processor attachment unless the rubber centering pad is removed, on a second attachment too.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 384 days ago

Loves the 48 oz stainless container on their A2500 for powdered sugar and peace of mind about scuffing.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 386 days ago

Their copper 750 Pro, bought secondhand, is almost 10 years old and still going strong.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 387 days ago

Has the Ascent X5 and finds it good, with nice build quality and the narrow 48 oz jar as good as the tall one.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 390 days ago

Noticed moisture trapped under the blade assembly of the 5200 they bought in July.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 390 days ago

Their 5200's pitcher bearing failed and they couldn't stop it leaking after replacing the bearing, so they're giving up on Vitamix.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 390 days ago

Their 5200 is nearly 10 years old and still going strong with use 4-5 times a week.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 391 days ago

Bought the 5200 last year mainly for smoothies and it works amazingly well; a rinse right after blending keeps it clean.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 391 days ago

Got the Alta Pro on sale at Costco and it's been amazing so far.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 392 days ago

Their first Alta Pro's jar wobbled on the base, unlike their sturdy Propel 750, so they returned it; the replacement doesn't wobble.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 392 days ago

Has used a reconditioned A2500 since 2018 mostly for smoothies with the smoothie cup, but self-detect cups were discontinued so they want a classic model.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 392 days ago

Water splashes out of their new Propel 510 at high speed through a gap between lid and container.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 393 days ago

Their 5200 makes perfect, silky smooth peanut, almond and cashew butter, though pistachio butter needed a food processor.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 393 days ago

Was gifted a Propel 750 and finds it awesome, though the 64 oz pitcher is too big for their needs.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 394 days ago

Bought a 5200 a month ago after only owning a cheaper Ninja and calls it insane, though they often have to use the tamper to find the air pocket when a blend stalls.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 394 days ago

Their trusty 5200 is 15+ years old and still runs great, but blends now come out less smooth with chunks.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 395 days ago

Got the Ascent X4 with the stainless container a couple of months ago and uses it daily; it works well and is very well made.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 395 days ago

Their new 5200 keeps stopping mid-blend on a simple frozen dessert and won't restart for 5-10 minutes.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 395 days ago

Bought a 5200 a month ago after a cheap Ninja; it's insane but the tamper has to be used.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 398 days ago

Bought an Alta Pro and found water trapped under the blade assembly, which they later tied to running it through the dishwasher.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 401 days ago

Kept the Propel 510 over the Alta Pro after trying both; both were great but they preferred the 510's 48 oz pitcher.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 401 days ago

Just got the Alta Pro from Costco and calls it a powerhouse; the first smoothie on the preset came out good.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 402 days ago

Bought the Alta Pro and is seriously happy: it has the presets they wanted, the same 2.2 HP motor, a timer, relatively quiet running, and its low profile jar made a single serve fine.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 402 days ago

Needs the tamper for nearly every two-serving smoothie in their 5200 and twice the liquid recipes call for, so wouldn't buy it again.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 408 days ago

Picked up a used A3500 for $150 and finds it quieter, more powerful and more responsive than the X4; pulses instantly and cleaned better in their clean-mode test.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 408 days ago

Their A2500 stopped switching on after 3 months; Vitamix replaced the motor and drive socket.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 408 days ago

Had a legacy 5200 for 9 years before a minimalist purge, then came back after Ninja, Beast and Blendtec.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 408 days ago

Bought a pre-owned 5300 with a 32 oz jar and it has served all their needs.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 409 days ago

Has used their Ascent A3500 for years, the only blender to last them, and customer service replaced containers twice free.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 409 days ago

Their legacy 5200 has gone strong since 2009 with one minor repair, making smoothies daily plus soups.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 409 days ago

Loves the Alta Pro's presets and look.

YouTube · Charlie Holman · 410 days ago

Got an eight-speed touch slider and six presets while the WildSide jar pulls frozen fruit right into the blunt blade. Blends thick smoothies without a plunger, though the touch panel gets finicky when your hands aren't dry.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 410 days ago

Recently bought a certified refurbished A2500 and gets the hype; it's been great so far.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 415 days ago

Their 2009 5200 no longer turns on.

Reddit · r/BuyItForLife · 416 days ago

Old Magic Bullet had a silicone lining that trapped awful smells and was nearly impossible to clean without wearing it out.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 416 days ago

Their 7500's wide 64 oz container will not blend a small-volume sauce because the blades sit too high.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 417 days ago

Their refurbished A2300 still works after six years, but stopped recognizing its containers and food processor around year four.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 418 days ago

Found a never-used QVC Explorian E310 on Marketplace for $150; it works perfectly and they are impressed even though it is not the most powerful motor.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 419 days ago

Their new Ascent X4 stopped recognizing the food processor attachment after 2 or 3 uses.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 420 days ago

Bought the 5200 and it blends exceptionally, with a short learning curve for avoiding air pockets.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 420 days ago

Finds the E320 excellent for making smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 420 days ago

Makes smoothies in their E310, whose 48 oz container is perfect for up to three 16 oz smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 421 days ago

Bought the Vitamix X4 from Costco after waiting for the annual sale and likes hitting a program and walking away.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 423 days ago

Loves their 5200 Explorian but recently cracked the container, and learned to clean by adding water and dish soap and blending on the base to avoid cracking.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 425 days ago

Paired a new E310 base with the stainless container after their second 5200 died; smoothies now take 45 seconds.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 426 days ago

Has had Vitamixes for 23 years, only two 5200s; the second just died, so they replaced it with a new E310 base and a stainless container, which they love.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 426 days ago

Has had their 5200 for over a decade with lots of use and abuse from four kids, and would buy another if stolen.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 426 days ago

Converted to Vitamix with a discounted Costco X2 bundle and is thrilled, with the food processor and both jars.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 427 days ago

Really enjoys their A3500's UI and knob, paired with the steel container.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 428 days ago

Their Ascent X3 made amazing almond butter on the first try but the container appeared damaged by it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 433 days ago

Their new 5200 gave a burning smell and shut off after about 20 seconds on high while making hummus, needing an hour to cool, though light loads blend fine.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 433 days ago

The 5200 they bought last year kept a burning smell from first use, so they returned it.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 440 days ago

Their out-of-warranty 7500's lights come on but the motor won't run.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 442 days ago

Their 5200 is their third Vitamix and has handled bread flour, soups and tens of thousands of smoothies.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 442 days ago

Their X2 started leaking after a few months and Vitamix quickly sent a new container.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 443 days ago

Just got the Costco X2 on sale; likes the two container sizes and the food processor, and calls it the way to go for manual controls.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 443 days ago

Has the basic 5200 and it's been great.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 444 days ago

Bought an Ascent after seeing reviews with the small cups that were later discontinued, but says the 48 oz container really does work just fine for them.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 445 days ago

Bought the Ascent X5 despite not being able to afford it and loves it: no chunks or grit, greens fully blended, and the cleaning cycle means just a rinse; zero regrets.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 445 days ago

Replaced a dead E320 with the Costco Alta Pro and loved the auto smoothie mode on first use, with no babysitting needed.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 445 days ago

Their Costco E320 died days after its 5-year warranty expired, though Costco took it back.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 445 days ago

Their new Propel 750 gave off a plastic smell, then ground as its drive socket cracked with the grub screw embedded on half a jar of partly frozen fruit.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 446 days ago

Has used their 750 Pro stainless model for 7+ years for smoothies and hot soup and hopes to keep it longer.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 447 days ago

Since getting the 5200 they use it daily, sometimes twice.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 447 days ago

Loves their 5200: not a looker but one of their best appliances, and it really does make peanut butter and hot soup from cold vegetables.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 447 days ago

Their refurbished A3500 is surprisingly not that loud, far quieter than their old Ninja, and the first smoothie pleased them.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 447 days ago

Got the 5200 for $299 in September 2024 and loves it, using it almost every day.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 447 days ago

Has used their TNC 5200 daily for about seven years and couldn't be happier, until a drive socket screw got blended into the motor base.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 448 days ago

Bought the Alta Pro for its compatibility with any container and finds the blending performance outstanding.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 454 days ago

Bought both a Propel 510 and an Alta Pro to compare within the return windows and thought the Alta Pro was great.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 455 days ago

After 15 years on a 5200 moved to a preset model and loves being able to push a button and walk away, with no tamping needed so far.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 455 days ago

Calls the Venturist a great machine with a nice timer and uses it daily.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 455 days ago

Had a 5200 for 15 years before switching to a blender with presets.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 456 days ago

Just got an Explorian E310 and is honestly loving it.

Reddit · r/Cooking · 461 days ago

Bought the A2500 expecting great nut butter, but it needed constant tamping, overheated and showed error messages, so a Magimix 4200XL did much better, though smoothies and frozen ingredients are excellent.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 463 days ago

Says their 5200 is going to outlast them: once they learned load order, liquid and air bubbles it gave consistent results and is a precisely engineered tool.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 464 days ago

Their almost 20-year-old 5200 still works great overall; only the container cracked after a fall.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 467 days ago

Owns the Vitamix 750 Pro and says they love it, recommending it to a new buyer.

Reddit · r/Smoothies · 468 days ago

Larger and stronger than the smaller Blast, and the go-to personal blender for daily double-scoop protein smoothies with cereal, ice, yogurt and fruit. The bottle detaches from the base without buying a separate lid.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 471 days ago

Has used their A3500 almost every other day since it was released and it has never failed.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 471 days ago

Their roughly 10-year-old 5200's blades have become very stiff to turn, likely worn bearings.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 472 days ago

Bought the X4 from Costco and is really happy with it, citing the 10-year warranty as unbeatable.

Reddit · r/Vitamix · 473 days ago