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Vitamix Professional Series 750 Brushed Stainless Finish with 64-Oz. Container
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Brand | Vitamix |
Color | Brushed Stainless Finish |
Special Feature | Multiple Speeds |
Capacity | 64 Fluid Ounces |
Product Dimensions | 9"D x 8"W x 17.4"H |
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- Pvc plastic BPA-free housing in stainless steel
- 2. 2-Peak-horsepower motor and wide blade radius
- 2-Piece Neoprene rubber lid with a removable plug for adding ingredients while use
- Stainless steel blade construction
- 64-Oz. Carafe is BPA-free Eastman Tritan polyester
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Easy to clean | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.6 |
Blending power | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Easy to use | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.7 | — | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Value for money | — | 4.3 | 4.5 | 3.8 | 3.3 | — |
Sheerness | 4.6 | 4.5 | — | — | — | 4.2 |
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material | Plastic, Metal | Tritan | Plastic | BPA-Free Tritan | BPA-Free Tritan | Plastic |
number of speeds | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
wattage | 1400 watts | 1500 watts | 1320 watts | 1380 watts | 1380 watts | 1500 watts |
blade material | Stainless Steel | — | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
dishwasher safe | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
voltage | 120 volts | — | 120 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts |
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Brand | Vitamix |
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Color | Brushed Stainless Finish |
Special Feature | Multiple Speeds |
Capacity | 64 Fluid Ounces |
Product Dimensions | 9"D x 8"W x 17.4"H |
Included Components | ALL |
Style | Blender |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Number of Speeds | 10 |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Material Type Free | BPA Free |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Item Weight | 12.46 pounds |
Manufacturer | Vitamix |
ASIN | B00C6MWPNK |
Item model number | Pa-1957-rent |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #36,052 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #99 in Countertop Blenders |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 3, 2012 |
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Vitamix Pro Series 750 in Stainless steel pvc base tritan brand, BPA free 64 oz. Co-polyester (No Suggestions) brand rubber lid stainless steel blades food contact zones are all BPA free Measures 8. 8" W x 9" D x 17. 4" Weight 12. 5 lbs. Ul listed120 volts, 1200 watts7 year manufacturer's
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Customers like the ease of use, blending power, and ease of cleaning of the food blender. They mention that it made food preparation a lot more convenient, the instructional DVD was clear, and that it makes easy work of all their blending needs. They also like the quality, saying it's an incredible kitchen tool. Customers also like power, texture, and the soup preset. That said, opinions are mixed on value, and noise.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the food blender. They mention that it's an excellent machine, flawless, and an incredible kitchen tool. Customers also appreciate the powerful and effective blender, which is a great tool for making smoothies.
"...haven’t verified this with Vitamix, but I am quite sure that the presets are “smart” enough to know whether or not chunks of food still need to be..." Read more
"...It's a well engineered/nice looking machine with a variable speed motor, pulse mode and 5 presets for smoothies: frozen desserts, soups, sauces and..." Read more
"...I like this protein power because it mixes well, tastes good without any chemical tastes, and has some of the highest protein to calorie and fat..." Read more
"...kale shreds, no beet chunks--every drink is consistently smooth and delicious. It blends fasts and it's easy to clean...." Read more
Customers find the ease of cleaning to be a positive aspect of the food blender. They say that the cleaning process is simple, and watching it clean is hypnotic. The soup and clean functions are great, and the soup preset will cut down cleanup afterwards.
"...Cleaning is as easy as they say: rinse container, fill halfway with warm water, add two drops of dishwashing detergent and either use the preset..." Read more
"...It blends fasts and it's easy to clean...." Read more
"...It is solid and just so easy . Cleaning program makes it even more convenient. I am a fan" Read more
"...One of the best purchases ever. Used most every day and talk about easy to clean, They got this down." Read more
Customers like the power of the food blender. For example, they mention it's super powerful, it grinds ice cubes into slush with no problem, and the power and speed is unbelievable. The cycle is wonderful and the 2.2 horsepower engine is a real champ. It's efficient and powerful enough to blend vegetables so that they are truly a smoothy and not one with bits. Overall, customers are happy with the power, speed, and efficiency of the product.
"...The 750 Pro Heritage is the most powerful (2.2 hp motor), yet quietest home blender Vitamix produces and is designed to fit on counters under..." Read more
"...Here is one of my recipes for a super-charged, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, protein boost, cherry/berry smoothie...." Read more
"There is a reason that these blenders cost more. They are powerful and effective. Like all blenders it is noisy...." Read more
"...I cannot believe how easy, fast and efficient this is. The instructional DVD was clear, informative and made using this the right way effortless...." Read more
Customers find the food blender easy to use. They say that the pitcher lifts off and is placed on easily without needing to be locked, it saves time during prep, and the instructional DVD was clear. They also mention that it purées baby food in a snap and that the included book of recipes is extremely helpful if you're culinary-challenged.
"...Hollandaise in the blender is just amazing and SO easy!Is this blender really worth the money?..." Read more
"...amazing job producing evenly blended, creamy, smooth results in a very short time...." Read more
"...The pitcher lifts off and is placed on easily without needing to be locked in place...." Read more
"Use it every day for smoothies. It is solid and just so easy . Cleaning program makes it even more convenient. I am a fan" Read more
Customers like the blending power of the food blender. They mention that it does a great job blending, and it blends amazing from berry seeds to shredded coconut. The pro model blends faster and easier, and makes easy work of all their blending needs. It blends veggies smooth no chunks left, and is really impressive blending nuts and thick foods. The soup came out to the perfect consistency, and temperature, and allows for layering fruits and veggies.
"...It does an amazing job producing evenly blended, creamy, smooth results in a very short time...." Read more
"...I like this protein power because it mixes well, tastes good without any chemical tastes, and has some of the highest protein to calorie and fat..." Read more
"...care for the square container, but it's practical and allows for layering fruits and veggies...." Read more
"...Both blenders do a great job blending . . .but I don't have to pre-chop everything like I did with my Blendtec. But even more importantly . ...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the texture of the food blender. They mention that it makes super smooth smoothies, velvety drinks, and ice cream. The blender is sturdy and feels like green yogurt. It is a better solution for juicing and grinding.
"...It does an amazing job producing evenly blended, creamy, smooth results in a very short time...." Read more
"...There are no spinach or kale shreds, no beet chunks--every drink is consistently smooth and delicious. It blends fasts and it's easy to clean...." Read more
"...No more, this is an amazing machine - the results are amazing - super smooth results - and I'm a skeptic...." Read more
"...come out very dense as planned with little water but smooth with no particles whatsoever - kale, celery, chia seeds etc.... I toss in a bit of..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the food blender. Some mention it's worth every penny, while others say it seems overpriced and a time-wasting device.
"...Is this blender really worth the money? I can’t answer that for anyone but myself. It is very much worth it for me...." Read more
"...built to last, so amortized over the life the machine, it's a worthwhile investment." Read more
"...Sure, it's pricey, but it is built to do any blending task everyday for years." Read more
"...That feature right there, made this blender more than worth the extra cost...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the food blender. Some mention that it is much quieter than the 5200, has a solid metal shell with additional sound dampening material, and is more durable, while others say that it's loud.
"...I’m glad I bought the 750 because of the presets and the slightly quieter operation over other Vitamix models...." Read more
"...It is very loud when it is crushing large ice cubes. However, it will crush them quickly and then it is smooth and quiet...." Read more
"...Heritage Pro has a solid metal shell with additional sound dampening material - it's more durable and quieter than other versions...." Read more
"...They are powerful and effective. Like all blenders it is noisy. The blades are sharp, so be careful...." Read more
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That being said, I understand why Vitamix blenders are top of the line. There are now three of us in the extended family that have Vitamix blenders (the 750 and the 320). Both blenders are powerhouses that can accomplish all of the tasks as advertised and will, over-all, out perform any other blender on the market.
Before buying my Vitamix I had two other blenders, a Waring bar blender and a Ninja (with a pitcher and smoothie cups). The Waring was OK but it wouldn’t even come close to blending anything frozen unless it had quite a bit of liquid in the container. Because of this the Waring blender didn’t get used much. The Ninja, on the other hand, could turn ice into very fine ice and it would certainly blend many things. However, I found it didn’t make very smooth smoothies unless I used the smoothie cups and even then it didn’t do a great job. The Ninja did have a few shortcomings that I had a hard time with. 1) The instructions clearly stated it wasn’t for blending anything hot, so no blending hot soups. I didn’t know this until after I started using it. 2) It couldn’t do emulsions very well and certainly couldn’t do them without making a mess because the only opening in the lid was in the corner where the contents would splash up and out of the container. 3) Running the motor for more than a few minutes would clearly overheat the motor (don’t ask me how I know). If I use the blender now, it will smell of overheating electronics after less than a minute of use. 4) The stacked blade design is simply dangerous when hand washing it. I never actually cut myself but I had to be VERY careful everytime I washed it. There were other issues as well but this isn’t a review of the Ninja, only a comparison. I did very much like the Ninja when I first got it and I made a lot of smoothies in the smoothie cups. Overall, it served me pretty well and was certainly better than the Waring I had for years and didn’t use much.
I did a lot of research before buying both the Ninja and Vitamix blenders. My research led me to think the Ninja was a close 2nd to the Vitmaix (it’s really not by the way) and I truly wish I just bought the Vitamix instead of spending any money on the Ninja. There are a lot of reviews out there comparing the Ninja blenders and Vitamix blenders where the Ninja ends up being the winner. After having my Vitamix, I found many of those reviews to be misleading, either from some bias (cost is a common one) or because the reviewer simply didn’t know how to use the Vitamix properly (blenders shouldn’t need a tamper is a common theme, but, guess what, the tamper is awesome). If you really can’t spend the money on a Vitamix or you don’t think you’ll use it much, look elsewhere, you may very well save a lot of money. Then again, you might be like me and spend money on a lower cost blender that won’t do all you expect of it and in the end be disappointed and have to buy something else. If you’re looking for a blender that will work well and blend everything from purees to dry ingredients, including ice, just get a Vitamix. With just a little learning curve the Vitamix blenders WILL get the job done. That is, after all, why restaurants buy them.
The containers are not dishwasher safe! What the? This is a common complaint of those that want to find fault with the Vitamix. Honestly, I was kind of disappointed when I found this out too. I couldn’t believe it was true when I first read it in a review so I went straight to the Vitamix website to see what they had to say. Sure enough, the containers are not dishwasher safe. But does that really matter? As I thought about it more, I quickly realized I probably would never put my containers in the dishwasher anyway. First off, I don’t run my dishwasher everyday so the container would just sit there dirty. Secondly, I use my blender sometimes more than once a day, which means it needs to be cleaned after each use anyway. This is no different than the way I clean my pots and pans. Thirdly, cleaning the inside of the blender container is so easy! Fill the container to the bottom of the handle with warm (or cold) water and literally put 1 drop (seriously, 1 DROP, not more, you’re just wasting it) dishwashing soap into the water. Blend it on high for 30 seconds and you’re done. It really is that simple. If you do buy the 750, it’s even easier because you just set the knob to clean mode and start the motor. It will ramp up the speed and shut it down when it’s done so you can keep doing other things.
Are the presets on the 750 a gimmick? I would have to say no. I use the cleaning and smoothie presets nearly everyday. I use the soup preset sometimes. The others I haven’t really used. I do use the blender in full manual mode too, but when I do, I have to keep track of what’s happening with the contents and watch that I don’t overblend. I haven’t verified this with Vitamix, but I am quite sure that the presets are “smart” enough to know whether or not chunks of food still need to be processed. If the motor current is fluctuating, I believe, the electronics know there are still chunks of food in the container and it will run longer. Of course, this doesn’t happen in manual mode.
Is the tamper really necessary? Um, yes. All of the blenders I’ve used have, at one time or another, needed to have the food pushed, pressed or moved to get it into the blades. In the case of my other blenders it meant shutting off the blender (yes, do this, be safe) and moving the food around with a spoon, etc. Or, removing the container from the motor base and shaking it to get the food down to the blades. I tended to have to do this multiple times and even then I might have had to add more liquid just to finish what I was trying to blend. With the Vitamix you simply remove the cover plug and tamp the food with tamper while the motor is running. You don’t have to be gentle either. You can really press quite hard on the contents of the container to get them down to the blades, pushing the food off of each side of the container until the blender will create a vortex. Once the vortex gets going the tamper is no longer needed and should be set aside.
What about all the bad reviews? Well, some of them are valid, of course. I work in engineering and manufacturing and, sometimes, things fail. They get missed in inspection, or there is a problem in the manufacturing process or something is on the edge of failure even after it has gone through testing at the factory. These things happen, lemons are lemons. The Vitamix warranty covers everything, so save your receipt and get them to replace the part. I’ve read plenty of reviews on these blenders that said things like, “this overpriced blender wouldn’t even…”. I have to wonder if the users read the manual and cookbooks, both of which are quite good and very helpful to get things started. Reading the manual is especially important when you first start using the Vitamix so you understand how to layer ingredients in the container and how to blend somewhat unusual things like ice. I still refer to the cookbook when I’m unsure of the blend times for things I haven’t made before. I’ve read other reviews that have said, “I can’t get my dressing (or wherever) to emulsify in this huge container”. Well, this could very well be true. The container that comes with the 750 is the 64 ounce size which has a 4 inch blade and a lot of space at the bottom of the container. This does mean your batch size may have to be a bit bigger than you might expect. I read a number of reviews and saw a bunch of videos that all said you will have to be sure to make slightly larger batch sizes with the 64 ounce container (at least 2 cups of final product). I like to experiment with new recipes in my kitchen which means I sometimes need to make small batches of things. Based on other reviews I didn’t even bother wasting time trying to use the 64 ounce container for small batches. I bought a 32 ounce wet container right away and this is the container I use most of the time. Yes, this is an additional expense, for me it has been well worth it. Keep in mind I’m usually making enough for one. When I need to blend a batch of something for more than just me I use the large container. I’m very happy I have both.
The Vitamix doesn’t have safety interlocks? The container doesn’t lock to the base? Whaaaaaat? These are both true. Until somewhat recently, there were few, if any, blenders that had safety interlocks. In a professional kitchen these things will certainly get in the way. At home they can certainly make things inconvenient. Yes, the safety locks are great if you’ve got kids helping in the kitchen. If you need the locks and latches to keep someone safe, buy something other than a Vitamix or maybe better yet, teach everyone who will be using this tool how to use it safely.. These blenders are powerful tools, just like a skill saw (which, by the way, also doesn’t have interlocks), and should be treated as such.
The Vitamix blenders are amazing machines and I have made a lot of things in mine. SMOOTHIES) yes, Yes, YES! I’ve made a lot of smoothies in my Ninja. I’ve made a lot of smoothies in my Vitamix and the Vitamix easily makes a smoother smoothie. HOT SOUP) I’ve seen a lot of demos for this and I was intrigued. Yes, you can make soup in the Vitamix from cold ingredients, it takes about 6 minutes from when you start the blender. ICE CREAM) I have an ice cream maker and I will generally use that over the Vitamix but if I need something quick and I have the ingredients frozen already the Vitamix makes a nice soft serve style ice cream. CRUSHED ICE) I’ve done this a few times and it works really well, but follow the Vitamix directions and use the tamper properly. BATTERS) such as crepe and waffle batter. Again, so easy! Keep it slow for these kinds of things though. PUREES) come out very smooth and any seeds are essentially not noticeable. MAKE FLOUR AND POWDERED SUGAR) I’ve done this to try it, and in a pinch, when I didn’t have the flour I needed. It works but isn’t as fine as commercially produced flours and powdered sugar. EMULSIONS) such as salad dressings and lemon curd. The Ninja was very terrible at making any emulsions. The Waring blender was very good at this. The Vitamix is also very good at making salad dressings and other emulsions. Because the Vitamix can heat foods via friction, making things like lemon curd is really easy. Lemon curd does come out a little less thick than the traditional method but does work well. Hollandaise in the blender is just amazing and SO easy!
Is this blender really worth the money? I can’t answer that for anyone but myself. It is very much worth it for me. I’m glad I bought the 750 because of the presets and the slightly quieter operation over other Vitamix models. Would I buy the same one again or recommend it to others? YES!
To be clear, I wasn’t paid to write this review. I believe in the machine and use mine almost everyday.
Fantastic, top of the line, consumer Vitamix blender!! This great looking machine has the most powerful, yet quietest motor Vitamix offers. Extremely functional, durable, easy to use/clean, and looks great on your counter. You will NOT be disappointed with this blender!
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I'd been researching a new blender for months and the Vitamix 750 Professional Heritage Collection is the one I decided on. This is the new 2016 version of the Vitamix 750 Pro Blender. The Heritage Collection first started appearing in specialty stores like Williams Sonoma/Sur La Table/Crate&Barrel last year (2015), and now it has officially replaced the original 750 Pro blender as the current, upgraded model for this year (2016).
The 750 Pro Heritage is the most powerful (2.2 hp motor), yet quietest home blender Vitamix produces and is designed to fit on counters under standard height cabinets. It's a well engineered/nice looking machine with a variable speed motor, pulse mode and 5 presets for smoothies: frozen desserts, soups, sauces and cleaning.
I've only had this blender a short time, but so far, its fantastic!! It does an amazing job producing evenly blended, creamy, smooth results in a very short time. Almost all recipes with the exception of hot soups/sauces require only 30-60 seconds of blending. Soups/hot items typically require 6-9 minutes. The pulse feature is a great way to dice and chop fruits and vegetables.
What's in the box :
-Vitamix 750 Professional Series Heritage Collection Base
-64 oz Tritan BPA Container with lid and updated blade seal
-Tamper
-Introductory DVD
-High Performance Blending Recipe Book
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Primary differences between last yr's 750 Pro and upgraded 750 Heritage Pro model :
1) Heritage Pro has a solid metal shell with additional sound dampening material - it's more durable and quieter than other versions. (previous 750 Pro had a stainless finish option but was really plastic with a coating that was more susceptible to scuffing/scratching)
2) Heritage models only have back-lighting above the side pulse and start-stop switches, whereas the original Pro 750 has a back-light around all controls including the central knob
3) Heritage model is 40% quieter with the same 2.2 hp variable speed motor
As an added bonus, this blender comes with the new 64 oz BPA free/Tritan container with new blade seal that has eliminated the "black flecks (teflon)" issues that plagued earlier versions, so no more "harmless" tiny flakes of teflon from the blade seal in your food!
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Tips :
Don't be shy with the throttle - when using variable speed, ALWAYS start at the 1 or 2 setting (you risk shattering the container starting at higher speeds), but bring the motor up to MAXIMUM speed within 5-10 seconds. The blender/container is designed to operate at maximum speed. The exception to this is when chopping vegetables/using pulse - the lower the number, the coarser the chop. Watch blend time carefully, it's very easy to overblend (which also generates heat) with this machine. I've found very little difference (judging from motor sound) between 1 - 3.5 or so on the variable setting. Vitamix CS says this is the norm, but others have reported more variability on the lower end than higher. Not a huge deal as the majority of your blending should be done at max speed anyway.
While the blender will heat foods via friction, it won't cook them. If you start with raw ingredients, they will taste like raw ingredients. If you want cooked flavor (ex. soups/sauces), precook/roast ingredients before adding to the blender.
The tamper is your friend when blending thicker items such as nut butters or adding ingredients via the lid. Tamp at various angles or in a spinning motion to work the ingredients into the vortex.
Cleaning is as easy as they say: rinse container, fill halfway with warm water, add two drops of dishwashing detergent and either use the preset clean program or variable speed and run for 30 seconds at max speed. Rinse again and dry.
The only downside to this blender might be the initial cost ($750 list/$550 street as of 4/2016), but it does come with a 7 yr warranty, and they are built to last, so amortized over the life the machine, it's a worthwhile investment.
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2016
Fantastic, top of the line, consumer Vitamix blender!! This great looking machine has the most powerful, yet quietest motor Vitamix offers. Extremely functional, durable, easy to use/clean, and looks great on your counter. You will NOT be disappointed with this blender!
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I'd been researching a new blender for months and the Vitamix 750 Professional Heritage Collection is the one I decided on. This is the new 2016 version of the Vitamix 750 Pro Blender. The Heritage Collection first started appearing in specialty stores like Williams Sonoma/Sur La Table/Crate&Barrel last year (2015), and now it has officially replaced the original 750 Pro blender as the current, upgraded model for this year (2016).
The 750 Pro Heritage is the most powerful (2.2 hp motor), yet quietest home blender Vitamix produces and is designed to fit on counters under standard height cabinets. It's a well engineered/nice looking machine with a variable speed motor, pulse mode and 5 presets for smoothies: frozen desserts, soups, sauces and cleaning.
I've only had this blender a short time, but so far, its fantastic!! It does an amazing job producing evenly blended, creamy, smooth results in a very short time. Almost all recipes with the exception of hot soups/sauces require only 30-60 seconds of blending. Soups/hot items typically require 6-9 minutes. The pulse feature is a great way to dice and chop fruits and vegetables.
What's in the box :
-Vitamix 750 Professional Series Heritage Collection Base
-64 oz Tritan BPA Container with lid and updated blade seal
-Tamper
-Introductory DVD
-High Performance Blending Recipe Book
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Primary differences between last yr's 750 Pro and upgraded 750 Heritage Pro model :
1) Heritage Pro has a solid metal shell with additional sound dampening material - it's more durable and quieter than other versions. (previous 750 Pro had a stainless finish option but was really plastic with a coating that was more susceptible to scuffing/scratching)
2) Heritage models only have back-lighting above the side pulse and start-stop switches, whereas the original Pro 750 has a back-light around all controls including the central knob
3) Heritage model is 40% quieter with the same 2.2 hp variable speed motor
As an added bonus, this blender comes with the new 64 oz BPA free/Tritan container with new blade seal that has eliminated the "black flecks (teflon)" issues that plagued earlier versions, so no more "harmless" tiny flakes of teflon from the blade seal in your food!
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Tips :
Don't be shy with the throttle - when using variable speed, ALWAYS start at the 1 or 2 setting (you risk shattering the container starting at higher speeds), but bring the motor up to MAXIMUM speed within 5-10 seconds. The blender/container is designed to operate at maximum speed. The exception to this is when chopping vegetables/using pulse - the lower the number, the coarser the chop. Watch blend time carefully, it's very easy to overblend (which also generates heat) with this machine. I've found very little difference (judging from motor sound) between 1 - 3.5 or so on the variable setting. Vitamix CS says this is the norm, but others have reported more variability on the lower end than higher. Not a huge deal as the majority of your blending should be done at max speed anyway.
While the blender will heat foods via friction, it won't cook them. If you start with raw ingredients, they will taste like raw ingredients. If you want cooked flavor (ex. soups/sauces), precook/roast ingredients before adding to the blender.
The tamper is your friend when blending thicker items such as nut butters or adding ingredients via the lid. Tamp at various angles or in a spinning motion to work the ingredients into the vortex.
Cleaning is as easy as they say: rinse container, fill halfway with warm water, add two drops of dishwashing detergent and either use the preset clean program or variable speed and run for 30 seconds at max speed. Rinse again and dry.
The only downside to this blender might be the initial cost ($750 list/$550 street as of 4/2016), but it does come with a 7 yr warranty, and they are built to last, so amortized over the life the machine, it's a worthwhile investment.
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Ok, the product came, to my surprise, with the original VITAMIX box, I thought there would be an Amazon box added to it. Inside all is as I expected, a manual book, a tool for pressing the stuff down (I forgot the proper name).
This machine was a big investment for me, but afterward, I feel it's totally worth it. Think about it, if you invest 1$ per day on your health, it's a small investment, and in about two years, you'll have the value back. I used it daily, literally. I love it! It works wonders for me, just the function I needed, I haven't made any nut butter with it.
I spent lots of time comparing and hesitating between the classic 5200 model and this one, and finally, after reading all reviews on both, professional reviews, videos, I decided to go with this one. The decision was taken for the following reasons: the noise was smaller than 5200, and it's a newer model, I trust the quality has made an improvement. The setback on 5200, is one reviewer of Amazon mentioned the smell of "burned" plastic. Also, a few loyal 5200 user said the new 5200 are not the same as the old ones they owned. I was really sold by 5200 at first because one reviewer said that it has lesser foam/ pulp, because it's tall and slim, lesser air comes into the liquid. That is probably true, because I do get a bit of that with this model, but it doesn't really bother me much. One solution is to add banana or avocado to the liquid, so it will be too thick and creamy, therefore no foam.
The noise is totally ok. I was prepared for worse, reading so many saying they are nosie. Comparing to my old blender, this new one is totally bearable. Besides, it's only lesser than 1 minute. Anyway, I found it quieter than I had expected.
Very easy to clean. I don't use soap. Just warm water, it cleans well. I never added any oily stuff into it, so water is fine. If you add dishwasher soap, then you have to rinse it, and it takes one more step.
I use it daily, at least once per day. I love how it changed my habit in fruit and green leafy consumption. Before, I find fruit preparation takes time. Now I make fruit smoothy daily, I add always a few kinds of fruits with baby spanish, and it makes feel good to drink something fresh and nutritious daily, overall, I am eating healthier, and drinking more liquid. This is the main effect on me, that I start to take liquid more regularly, comparing to before, drinking water was boring, and I often forgot to drink it all day long. Now it's desirable to make something that looks nice, taste nice, and is nice to the body. I am aware that it shall not replace water, but it really compensates.
All in all, this is a great purchase. If one affordable product changes your lifestyle in a visible way, it's this one. I strongly recommend it, this model is great, but if you prefer other models, go for it. You have to buy one that pleases your heart, cheers your mood, because you are going to use it daily.
With the purchase, you get a useful quality 'push-down' safety tamper (to guide any food bits that aren't making it all the way down to the spinning blades... although that is actually a rare occurrence, thanks to the short, wide and 'squat' stance of the blending jar. Clearly a well thought-out design)! Also included in the kit is a comprehensive instructional DVD presented by a professional chef, as well as a proper book containing over 60 recipes & other great ideas. Moreover, this appliance is backed up by a whopping 7 year warranty! Its 'build solidity' and heft almost remind you of the virtually indestructible household appliances of the 1940's and 1950's that you found in your parents' or grandparents' homes (as the case may be)... not to mention the aesthetically satisfactory looks that this machine enjoys.
I personally would've much preferred a tempered glass blending jar instead of the plastic one provided (as with some rival brands) but we are told that this is so that it won't break if it falls to the ground or otherwise suffers inadvertent but inevitable knocks here and there about the kitchen. I look forward to observing how this plastic jar fares over time (i.e. if it will fade, discolour, 'haze over', scuff, scratch, mark and generally start to look shabby & nasty compared to a solid glass one - just like those lamentably gone, nice old fashioned glass automobile headlight-lens covers versus the nasty, flimsy, scratch prone, modern plastic ones - with the glass ones overwhelmingly maintaining their crisp pristine looks throughout the lifetime of the blender and indeed the vehicle). I hope this component (i.e. the blending jar) will prove to be as much of a quality item as the main appliance itself (for the 'proof of the pudding is in the eating', as the famous saying goes).
I am hoping to shed some weight with all the fresh, raw, 'high fibre' veggie/fruit smoothies and soups I will be making with this Vitamix blender/processor. Good luck to me indeed, and 'happy/healthy ownership experience' if you hopefully decide to invest in this back-breakingly expensive but magnificent machine! REMEMBER: you can skimp on many other things in life and probably get away with it, but you CAN'T skimp and SHOULDN'T WANT TO skimp on your health (though that doesn't mean that the good people at the Vitamix company shouldn't revise their pricing structure either; they really should)! If used properly and regularly, this machine holds the promise of significantly improving your health with fresh, raw, plant-based blends... therefore please DON'T consign it to the usual status/role of 'dust gatherer' once the novelty wears off (as with so many other 'once new', 'once shiny' and 'once trendy' kitchen appliances that many of us have). You may uniquely think of this machine as your personal, loyal & tirelessly dutiful pet appliance; that 'special one' that is spared such a sad fate. All the best from MM and the very best of health to you all out there!
Yes it's pricey but you get what you pay for and you won't be dissappointed with this blender.
Reviewed in Canada on February 13, 2023
Yes it's pricey but you get what you pay for and you won't be dissappointed with this blender.