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The 6 Best Blenders For Smoothies - Winter 2022: Reviews

  1. Table of Contents
  2. Intro
  3. Best Βlender
    1. Best Upper Mid-Range
      1. Best Mid-Range
        1. Best Budget
          1. Best Quiet
            1. Best Personal
              1. Notable Mentions
              2. Recent Updates
              3. All Reviews
              4. Discussions

              Updated Dec 15, 2022 at 09:08 am

              By Theresa Ketterling

              If a smoothie is part of your morning routine or a typical post-workout snack, you'll want a blender that makes quick work of ingredients like chunks of frozen fruit and leafy greens like kale. A good smoothie blender can handle both large and small amounts of fibrous ingredients and help with a bigger variety of kitchen chores. Many full-size blenders come with personal-sized jars you can use for blending single-serve smoothies.

              The best blenders for smoothies make it easy to whip up a silky, delicious drink and are simple to clean afterward. Depending on your preferences, you may also want something with preset modes for simple one-press smoothie blending or even a battery-powered model so you can make a fresh drink during your lunch break.

              We've tested over 85 blenders, and below are our recommendations for the best for making smoothies. This list focuses on the best full-size blenders for smoothies, but most personal and bullet blenders are intended for smoothie making, so you can also find some great options on our lists of the best personal blenders and best bullet blenders. For more, check out the best blenders.


              1. Βest Βlender For Smoothies

                Vitamix 5200

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                The Vitamix 5200 is the best blender for smoothies we've tested. This sturdy, premium blender might be overkill if you want a blender for simple smoothies, but if you're looking for a durable machine and the smoothest blends, it's a great option. It comes with a 64-ounce jar to accommodate big batches and easily makes an incredibly smooth puree with ingredients that some blenders struggle with, like leafy greens or fruit skin. It only comes with one jar, but it's fantastic for blending smaller batches when you want a smoothie for one. It's also extremely well-built and has a long seven-year warranty (although it depends on where you buy it).

                Its controls are simple, consisting of a speed dial and a switch for pulsing. That's all you need for any recipe, but it means you stop the blender manually when it's done. If you want features like automatic blending programs, you might prefer the Vitamix A3500. As part of Vitamix's 'Ascent' Series, it's a more expensive option with additional features, including five blending programs and a companion app that you can use to access more. The A3500's jar is also dishwasher-safe, unlike the 5200. Unfortunately, this means you need to clean the 5200 by hand, but running it with soap and water will do most of the work for you after making a smoothie.

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              2. Best Upper Mid-Range Blender For Smoothies

                KitchenAid K400

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                It's not as well-built as the more expensive Vitamix, but if you don't want to spend as much, the KitchenAid K400 is a great option for all kinds of smoothie recipes. It has a smaller 56-ounce capacity, but it doesn't take long to make a velvety smoothie. Like the Vitamix 5200, problem ingredients like seeds and pineapple disappear into the mix. It has no problem crushing ice, meaning you can add ice cubes or chunks of frozen fruit. Even if you fill the jar to its full capacity, you only need to blend for a couple of minutes to get fantastic results.

                The jar and lid are dishwasher-safe, but it's more annoying to clean by hand than the Vitamix blender since the blades and lid require more attention with a brush or sponge. Unlike our top pick, it has an automatic blending program for smoothies that lets you walk away from the blender and have it automatically stop when it's done. It has an excellent build quality overall, but even the gears are made of plastic, and its one-year warranty is much shorter than the Vitamix. While it won't matter for smoothie-making, its motor isn't as powerful, and it's not as easy to use for hard jobs like making nut butter, which you might want to consider if you're looking for a versatile machine.

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              3. Best Mid-Range Blender For Smoothies

                Ninja Mega Kitchen System BL770

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                If you're looking for something less expensive and don't care as much about versatility, look at the Ninja Mega Kitchen System BL770. This blender can make great smoothies in its 72-ounce pitcher, although if your recipe includes fibrous ingredients like kale, you'll see small unprocessed bits left over even if you blend for a while. That's not the case with the more expensive blenders listed here, but most people will still be happy with the result, and it will be less noticeable if your usual recipe includes easier ingredients like bananas or mangoes. Also included are a pair of personal jars that make remarkably well-blended smoothies. The personal jars each come with a to-go lid, so you don't need to transfer your drink into another cup before heading out.

                There are a few other downsides compared to the Vitamix 5200 or the KitchenAid K400. Whichever jar you're using, it takes longer to make a smoothie. When blending in one of the personal jars, you need to hold down the 'Single-Serve' button constantly, which is a bit annoying. It doesn't offer any automatic blending programs. There's no two-part lid for the main jar either, although you might not care if you're mainly using it for smoothies. The blade design is another issue, as the very sharp spiral blades make cleaning by hand tricky and a bit dangerous. You can always put the jars, lids, and blades in the dishwasher.

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              4. Best Budget Blender For Smoothies

                Oster Pro 1200

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                If you're looking for a budget blender for smoothies, go for the Oster Pro 1200. This cheaper blender doesn't feel as well-built as the more expensive options. It's not as well-suited for serving a crowd as the Ninja Mega Kitchen System BL770 since it has a smaller 48-ounce main jar and a single 24-ounce personal jar. That said, it does a fantastic job of processing fibrous ingredients, whether you're blending a big batch or a single-serve. While it can't match the perfectly smooth blend you get with the Vitamix 5200 or KitchenAid K400, most people will be very happy with the results.

                The personal jar comes with a resealable lid, so you can easily bring your smoothie with you on the go. The main jar is made of glass, which you might find is less prone to scratching and discoloration than plastic containers. The blades are removable, which makes the blender easy to clean by hand, and all its components are dishwasher-safe. Three preset speed settings don't give you a lot of control over the blending speed, but it has a few programs for automatic blending. This blender's main downside is its mediocre build quality. The gear design, in particular, may not be very durable. Then again, it's available with a three-year U.S. warranty, which is longer than most blenders, although it depends on where you live and buy your blender.

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              5. Βest Quiet Βlender For Smoothies

                Hamilton Beach Professional Quiet Blender

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                Blending up an early-morning smoothie is less appealing if your blender is loud. You can't avoid the fact that blenders make some noise, but you might want to avoid the loudest models if you have roommates or family members who tend to be sleeping when you're blending. The best quieter blender for smoothies that we've tested is the Hamilton Beach Professional Quiet Blender. It uses a plastic dome to muffle noise when running, making it significantly quieter than most blenders we've tested. It's also very well-built, very easy to clean by hand, and has an automatic program for smoothies as well as a wide range of speed settings.

                It has a much smaller capacity than the similarly-priced Ninja Mega Kitchen System BL770 since its jar only holds 32 ounces. You can use the noise dome as a pitcher but not for blending, so it's not the best blender for serving a crowd. That said, it's superb for making silky-smooth drinks with ingredients like leafy greens. It can make snow-like crushed ice, so it won't struggle to process frozen fruit or ice cubes. However, if you're concerned with your blender's overall versatility, keep in mind that it's not very well-suited for making thick mixtures like nut butter.

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              6. Best Personal Blender For Smoothies

                Ninja Foodi Power Nutri DUO

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                Personal blenders are specifically designed for blending up individual-sized smoothies. If you don't need a big capacity jar and don't care as much about having multiple speed settings, the Ninja Foodi Power Nutri DUO is a fantastic option. Its short, compact motor base makes it easier to bring in and out of a cupboard or store on your counter. The pair of 24-ounce personal jars can create a velvety blend with smoothie ingredients like leafy greens and berries. Just like the Vitamix 5200, it can produce a nearly perfectly smooth blend very quickly. You can take your smoothie with you in the same jar since each one comes with a matching spout lid.

                While you're limited by its smaller capacity, it's versatile. The 14-ounce 'Smoothie Bowl Maker' jar has rotating arms that help a lot with thick mixtures, which is nice if you like making spoonable smoothie bowls with frozen fruits. It also easily crushes ice, meaning you can add a few ice cubes to your smoothie with no worries. However, it's very loud. If you're looking for a quiet personal blender for smoothies, the Βeast Ηealth Βlender makes much less noise and similarly fantastic smoothies. Not all of its components are dishwasher-safe, and it only comes with one jar, but it's better built and has a modern aesthetic you might prefer.

                If you're looking for a blender for single-serve smoothies, you can also see more options on our list of the best personal blenders.

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              Notable Mentions

              • BlendJet 2: The ΒlendJet 2 is a battery-powered personal blender you can use to blend a smoothie at work or when traveling. Unlike the Ninja Foodi Power Nutri DUO, it doesn't fully liquefy ingredients like kale, so it makes a grainy smoothie if you add fibrous fruits or veggies. It's a good option if you want something portable. See our review
              • Ninja Chef Blender: The Ninja Chef Blender can make an extremely smooth blend with common smoothie ingredients like leafy greens and blueberries, similar to the KitchenAid K400. Unlike that blender, it comes with a personal jar and a to-go lid. However, you can't use the personal jar for blending without buying another set of blades separately. It's also extremely loud. See our review
              • Wolf Gourmet Pro-Performance: The Wolf Gourmet Pro-Performance is a premium full-size blender that performs similarly to the Vitamix 5200. It's quieter and easier to clean by hand but pricier than our top pick and not as well-built as most Vitamix blenders. Its five-year U.S. warranty is shorter, although it depends on where you buy it. See our review

              Recent Updates

              1. Dec 15, 2022: Checked that the recommended products are in stock. Added the Ninja Chef to Notable Mentions.

              2. Nov 16, 2022: Added the Hamilton Beach Professional Quiet Blender and moved the ΒlendJet 2 to Notable Mentions. Added the Wolf Gourmet Pro-Performance to Notable Mentions.

              3. Oct 17, 2022: Added the Vitamix 5200 and the Ninja Mega Kitchen System BL770. Moved the Vitamix Explorian E310 to Notable Mentions as an alternative to the KitchenAid K400.

              4. Sep 13, 2022: Added the KitchenAid K400 as the 'Best Upper-Mid-Range Blender For Smoothies'.

              5. Jul 29, 2022: Added the Ninja Foodi Power Pitcher SS201 as the 'Best Mid-Range Blender For Smoothies' and the Oster Pro 1200 as the 'Best Budget Blender For Smoothies'. Reorganized the article to help users find what they're looking for.

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              Our above recommendations are what we think are currently the best smoothie blenders for most people. We factor in the price (a cheaper blender wins over a pricier one if the difference isn't worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no blenders that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).

              If you want to choose for yourself, here is the list of all our blender reviews for smoothies. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. While no blender is perfect, most blenders are great enough to please almost everyone, and the differences are often not noticeable unless you look for them.

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              Vitamix 5200 Review - RTINGS.com

              1. Table of Contents
              2. Intro
              3. Our Verdict
              4. Differences
              5. Compared To Others
              6. Test Results
              7. Retailers
              8. Deals
              9. Discussions

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              Updated Dec 02, 2022 at 11:09 am

              By John Panoryios, Theresa Ketterling, Yannick Khong

              9. 2

              Multi-Purpose

              9.0

              Smoothies (Single Serving)

              9.5

              Smoothies (Multiple Servings)

              8.9

              Ice Crushing

              9.2

              Professional Use

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              Blender Type

              Full Size Blender

              Power

              1,491 W

              Hot Blending

              Yes

              The Vitamix 5200 is a full-size blender with a 64-ounce main jar, a 2-part lid, and a tamper. It has a speed dial with a wide range of speed settings, and you can use it for hot blending. However, it's pretty straightforward and doesn't have a dedicated pulse mode or any blending programs. It also isn't dishwasher-safe, although it's easy to clean by hand.

              Our Verdict

              9.2 Multi-Purpose

              The Vitamix 5200 is outstanding for multi-purpose use. This well-built, premium-looking blender has a versatile performance. It's fantastic for recipes with fibrous ingredients like smoothies and pureed soups, easily makes smooth nut butter, and is an excellent ice crusher ice well. It can also blend hot ingredients. It has a wide range of speed settings, meaning you can adjust the blending speed for different recipes. On the downside, it's on the louder side, and the jar isn't dishwasher-safe, although it's easy to clean by hand.

              Pros

              • Hot blends.

              • Very well-built.

              • Easily blends fibrous ingredients.

              • Large capacity main jar.

              Cons

              • Quite loud at max speed.

              • Not dishwasher-safe.

              9. 0 Smoothies (Single Serving)

              The Vitamix 5200 is incredible for single-serve smoothies. Although it only comes with a big 64-ounce jar, it's very well-suited for processing small batches of ingredients for a single-serve smoothie or shake. It doesn't take very long and makes a very smooth blend, meaning you won't end up with bits of kale or blueberry skin stuck in your teeth. It's also an excellent ice crusher. You can't put the jar in your dishwasher, but it's easy to clean by hand.

              Pros

              • Very well-built.

              • Easily blends fibrous ingredients.

              • Makes snow-like crushed ice.

              Cons

              • Quite loud at max speed.

              • Not dishwasher-safe.

              9.5 Smoothies (Multiple Servings)

              The Vitamix 5200 is fantastic for making multiple servings of smoothies. Even if you fill the 64-ounce jar to its full capacity, it can completely liquify fibrous ingredients, so smoothies turn out nearly completely smooth. It's an excellent ice crusher, meaning you can add ice cubes or chunks of frozen fruit. The blender is very well-built. It's not dishwasher-safe, but it's easy to clean by hand.

              Pros

              • Very well-built.

              • Easily blends fibrous ingredients.

              • Makes snow-like crushed ice.

              • Large capacity main jar.

              8.9 Ice Crushing

              The Vitamix 5200 is amazing for crushing ice. You can simulate a Pulse mode by switching the blender on and off while set to the 'High' speed setting, which makes snow-like crushed ice in about two minutes. You can only put in around six ice cubes at a time to ensure there aren't any chunks in the mix.

              9.5 Soups

              The Vitamix 5200 is incredible for soups. It can hot blend, and its large capacity, 64-ounce main jar is suitable for large batches of soups and sauces. It can easily blend more fibrous ingredients like kale, so you don't end up with a grainy or chunky blend. While this blender isn't dishwasher-safe, it's easy to clean with soap and hot water.

              Pros

              • Hot blends.

              • Very well-built.

              • Easily blends fibrous ingredients.

              • Large capacity main jar.

              Cons

              • Quite loud at max speed.

              • Not dishwasher-safe.

              9.2 Professional Use

              The Vitamix 5200 is fantastic for professional use. It's very well-built, and you can use the 64-ounce main jar for large batches. It can easily make smooth smoothies and pureed soups, nut butter, and snow-like crushed ice, although it can handle fewer ice cubes than most full-size blenders. You can use it to hot blend. Unfortunately, it isn't dishwasher-safe, but it's still easy to clean by hand.

              Pros

              • Hot blends.

              • Very well-built.

              • Easily blends fibrous ingredients.

              • Large capacity main jar.

              Cons

              • Quite loud at max speed.

              • Not dishwasher-safe.

              • 9.2 Multi-Purpose
              • 9.0 Smoothies (Single Serving)
              • 9.5 Smoothies (Multiple Servings)
              • 8. 9 Ice Crushing
              • 9.5 Soups
              • 9.2 Professional Use

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              2. Updated Aug 08, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 1.0.
              3. Updated Sep 18, 2020: Review published.
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              Differences Between Sizes And Variants

              The Vitamix 5200 comes in three different color variants: Red, White, and Black. We tested the Black variant, but we expect the other models to have a similar performance.

              This blender is compatible with other containers in Vitamix's C-Series line of products. For example, you can purchase a 48-ounce container, a 32-ounce container, a 32-ounce Dry Grains container for blending flour and other grains, a 20-ounce cup container, and a scraper attachment, all sold separately. As these containers are different sizes, they may perform differently.

              If you come across another variant, let us know in the discussion section below and we'll update our review.

              Compared To Other Blenders

              The Vitamix 5200 is a straightforward full-size blender with a very versatile performance. It has a speed dial with a wide range of speed settings and a switch that lets you easily blend at the highest speed. If you want a blender with extra features like blending programs or a digital timer, you may prefer the Vitamix A2300 and the Vitamix A3500. This model isn't dishwasher-safe, although it's easy to clean by hand.

              If you're looking for other options, check out our recommendations for the best blenders for smoothies, the best blenders, and the best Vitamix blenders.

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              The Vitamix 5200 and the Vitamix 5300 are very similar blenders. The 5300 is more suitable for crushing ice for recipes like slushies or snow cones, and the 5200 is better for processing small batches of fibrous ingredients, like when you're making a single-serve smoothie or shake. The 5200 is also quieter when it's running.

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              The Vitamix Professional Series 750 and the Vitamix 5200 perform similarly. If you like a simple design, the Vitamix 5200 is a more straightforward, quieter blender with no automatic blending programs. It's easier to use to make nut butter. However, you might prefer the Professional if you want a blender for ice crushing or prefer to use blending programs instead of manual blending.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is a little better than the Vitamix 7500. The 5200 makes a smoother blend with small batches of ingredients, like for a single-serve smoothie. It's easier to use for nut butter. It's also lighter. On the other hand, the 7500 is quieter and is better suited for crushing ice.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is a little better than the Vitamix Explorian E310. They perform similarly, but the 5200 has a bigger capacity. It's a bit quieter when it's running and has a much longer power cord. However, its jar and lid are not dishwasher-safe, unlike the Explorian.

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              The Vitamix A3500 has more extra features than the Vitamix 5200. It has automatic blending programs and a programmable timer and works with a companion app. It can make a bigger batch of crushed ice and makes less noise when it's running. The jar is dishwasher-safe. However, you may prefer the Vitamix 5200's simpler design. It's also easier to use to make recipes like nut butter or hummus.

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              The Vitamix A2300 has more features than the Vitamix 5200, but overall, both have a very versatile performance. The A2300 is part of Vitamix's Ascent Series, so you can get different-size jars sold separately that use Self-Detect technology to adjust the settings based on their size. It also comes with a Pulse mode, a self-clean program, and a timer, and it's Bluetooth-compatible, so you can access preset modes using a companion app. However, the 5200 does a better job blending fibrous ingredients, so it's better for making smoothies. The 5200 also comes with 'High' and 'Variable' speed settings, unlike the A2300.

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              The Vitamix A2500 has more features than the Vitamix 5200, but overall, both have a very versatile performance. The A2500 is part of Vitamix's Ascent Series, so you can get different-size jars sold separately that use Self-Detect technology to adjust the settings based on size. It also comes with a Pulse mode, preset modes, a self-clean program, and a timer, and it's Bluetooth-compatible, so you can access additional preset modes using a companion app. The A2500 crushes ice quicker than the 5200, but the 5200 does a better job blending fibrous ingredients. The 5200 also comes with 'High' and 'Variable' speed settings, unlike the A2500.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is a better full-size blender for multi-purpose use than the Blendtec Classic 575. The Vitamix has a significantly better build quality and does a much better job processing ingredients like nuts. It can also produce a smoother blend with small batches of ingredients. It's quieter when it's running. On the other hand, the Blendtec has more extra features, like blending programs and a digital display. Its jar and lid are dishwasher-safe, and it's more suitable for crushing ice.

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              The Vitamix A3300 and the Vitamix 5200 perform similarly. If you like extra features like blending programs or a digital display, the Vitamix A300 is a better option. It's quieter, comes with a dishwasher-safe jar, and does a better job crushing ice. On the other hand, you may prefer the Vitamix 5200's simpler design. It's also easier to use for thicker mixtures like nut butter and hummus.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is a better blender for most uses than the KitchenAid K400. The Vitamix is better built, much easier to use for recipes like nut butter, and it's easier to clean by hand. On the other hand, the KitchenAid blender has a few automatic blending programs. Its controls include a few automatic blending programs for different recipes.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better than the NutriBullet Blender Combo. It has a much better build quality and it's more versatile since you can use it to crush ice. It's also much more suitable for processing hard ingredients like nuts, and it's quieter. On the other hand, the NutriBullet comes with two personal jars with to-go lids for making single-serve smoothies.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better for most purposes than the Blendtec Designer 725. The Vitamix makes a smoother blend with fibrous ingredients like kale and broccoli. It does a better job of processing hard ingredients, like nuts, you can use it to hot blend. On the other hand, the Blendtec is easier to clean. Its main pitcher has a bigger 90-ounce capacity, and it also comes with a personal jar and to-go lid for making single-serve drinks like smoothies.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better for most purposes than the Ninja Mega Kitchen System BL770. The Vitamix has a much better build quality and a more versatile performance since it can hot blend, make big batches of silky smoothies, and process hard ingredients like nuts more easily. It's easier to clean by hand. On the other hand, the Ninja comes with three personal jars with to-go lids that are fantastic for making single-serve smoothies. Its jars, lids, and blades are dishwasher-safe, unlike the Vitamix blender's.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better than the Breville The Q. The Vitamix has a much better build quality and a speed dial that gives you more control over the blending speed. It takes less time to process fibrous ingredients in recipes like smoothies and soup. On the other hand, the Breville can crush more ice at once. It's less noisy and has a few automatic blending programs.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better for most purposes than the Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System with Auto-iQ. It has a much better build quality and delivers a more versatile performance. It's also much easier to clean by hand. On the other hand, the Ninja comes with extra accessories, including a food processor bowl and personal jars for smoothies.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better than the Ninja Foodi Cold & Hot Blender. The Vitamix has a better build quality and is easier to clean by hand. It makes a smoother blend with fibrous ingredients like kale and does a much better job of processing hard food like nuts. On the other hand, the Ninja is a better ice crusher. It has automatic blending programs, unlike the Vitamix, and some may prefer that its main jar is made of glass.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is a better overall full-size blender than the KitchenAid K150. The Vitamix feels better built and has a better overall performance. Its main jar has a bigger capacity and comes with a tamper. On the other hand, the KitchenAid is a lighter and more compact blender.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better than the Ninja Foodi Power Pitcher System for most purposes. It's better built, can hot blend, and makes a smoother puree with fibrous ingredients like kale. On the other hand, the Ninja comes with a pair of personal jars for single-serve smoothies in addition to the main jar. There's also a blade to help with forming dough and a jar specially designed for thicker recipes like smoothie bowls or nut butter.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better than the Ninja Foodi Power Pitcher SS201. The Vitamix has a better build quality. It can hot blend, make a smoother blend with fibrous ingredients like kale or broccoli, and is much easier to use for tough tasks like making nut butter. It's easier to clean by hand. However, the Ninja can handle more ice at once. Its pitcher is dishwasher-safe, unlike the Vitamix's.

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              The Vitamix 5200 and the Ninja Blender Duo with Auto-iQ BL642 have different strengths, and you may prefer either one, depending on your needs. You can use the Vitamix blender for hot blending. Its main jar comes with a tamper and a two-part lid, and it has a significantly better build quality. In addition to its main jar, the Ninja has three differently-sized personal jars with matching to-go lids. It also makes crushed ice with a better texture.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better than the Vitamix ONE. The 5200 has a much better build quality and a more versatile performance since it can crush ice, blend hot ingredients, and make smooth nut butter. It's also quieter when it's running.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is a better blender than the Ninja DUO. It's better built and offers more versatile performance. It can hot blend, makes a smoother blend with big batches of fibrous ingredients, and it's easier to use for recipes like nut butter. It's easier to clean by hand and quieter when it's running. However, the Ninja DUO comes with personal jars with to-go lids meant for making single-serve smoothies. Its jars, lids, and blades are also dishwasher-safe.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is a better full-size blender than the KitchenAid Diamond. It has a significantly better build quality and makes better nut butter, smoother blends with fibrous ingredients, and crushed ice with better consistency. It's also easier to clean.

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              The Vitamix 5200 is better than the Hamilton Beach Power Elite Multi-Function. The Vitamix has a significantly better build quality and a better overall performance, especially for tougher tasks like making nut butter and crushing ice.

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              Design

              Blender Type

              Full Size Blender

              Height

              20. 2" (51.4 cm)

              Width 6.9" (17.6 cm)

              Depth 9.4" (24.0 cm)

              Weight

              11.2 lbs (5.1 kg)

              Shaft Length (Immersion Blenders)

              N/A

              It's a large, heavy blender. It's tall, so you may need to store it on your kitchen counter or in a large cupboard, though you can remove the main jar from the base for easier storage.

              It's remarkably well-built. Like the Vitamix 7500, it's mostly made of metal and plastic, which feels very solid and sturdy. The power cable is long and thick, too. Overall, this blender feels premium and high-end.

              Main Jar Capacity

              64.0 oz (1,893 ml)

              Additional Jar Capacity

              N/A

              It comes with a 64-ounce pitcher.

              Jar/Beaker Material

              BPA-Free Plastic

              Dishwasher Safe

              No

              The jar and lid are made of plastic. Unfortunately, no part of the blender is dishwasher-safe.

              Blade Type

              Sharp

              Blade Count

              4

              Removable

              No

              Dishwasher Safe

              No

              The blade assembly is made up of four sharp blades that aren't meant to be removed. It can be serviced thanks to its nut assembly but removing the blades likely voids the warranty. They can also only be hand-washed.

              Two-Part Lid

              Yes

              Lid Closing Type

              Friction

              This two-part lid seals into place when you push it down on top of the main jar. There are two ears on the sides that help hold it into place. The middle part of the lid is removable, allowing you to add ingredients or use the tamper while blending. Like the jar, the lid isn't dishwasher-safe and can only be hand-washed.

              Stow-Away Compartment

              Yes

              Cord Length

              5. 9 ft (1.8 m)

              This blender comes with a long, thick power cord that can reach most outlets. It can also be stored away when not in use.

              • Motor base
              • User manual
              • Cookbook
              • Classic 64 oz container and lid
              • Classic tamper

              Performance

              Jar Used

              Main Jar

              Fibrous Ingredients Processing

              Fibrous Ingredients Texture

              It's outstanding for processing small batches of fibrous ingredients. It makes silky puree with no grains leftover, which is great for recipes like a single-serve smoothie with leafy greens or fruit. You may need to use a spatula to push down ingredients that splash up the sides of the jar, but it's still remarkably easy to use for small batches.

              Jar Used Main Jar

              Fibrous Ingredients Processing

              Fibrous Ingredients Texture

              It does a fantastic job of processing fibrous ingredients at full capacity as well. It quickly processes big batches of ingredients like kale or broccoli into a nearly perfectly smooth blend. If you're making a big batch, you don't need to use the spatula since the ingredients won't splash up the walls of the jar if it's full.

              Crushed Ice Preparation

              Crushed Ice Texture

              It's excellent for making crushed ice. It's not as good for ice crushing as wider-jarred models like the Vitamix Explorian E310, but if you work with six ice cubes at once, it easily crushes them into snow-like crushed ice. It's a little inconvenient if you want to make a lot of crushed ice since you need to work in batches.

              Nut Butter Preparation

              Nut Butter Texture

              It's fantastic for making almond butter. If you start at a low speed and slowly ramp up to max speed while guiding ingredients towards the blades with the tamper, it takes around 3 minutes to make extremely smooth, spreadable nut butter.

              Noise @ Max Speed

              96.6 dB

              The Vitamix 5200 is quite loud. The majority of blenders are pretty loud, but you can find quieter full-size blenders if the noise level is a priority for you, including the Wolf Gourmet Pro-Performance and the Vitamix A3500.

              Min Speed

              1,400 RPM

              Max Speed

              22,500 RPM

              Power

              1,491 W

              Speed Adjustment Based On Jar Type

              No

              It offers a wide range of blending speeds, so you can make small adjustments to the blending speed to get the consistency you want.

              Ease Of Use

              On/Off Switch

              Yes

              Speed Presets

              0

              Speed Dial

              Yes

              Hot Blending

              Yes

              Pulse/Turbo Mode

              Yes

              Programs

              0

              Blending Time Indicator

              No

              Programmable Timer

              No

              There's a speed dial without set increments, so you can make small adjustments rather than choosing from a set number of speed presets. You can flip the switch from 'Variable' to 'High' to blend at the maximum speed. There's no dedicated pulse mode, but you can use the switch to simulate pulses.

              This blender is very easy to clean. It isn't dishwasher-safe, but you can easily clean up messes like smoothies and almond butter using hot water and soap. With stickier messes like almond butter, you may need to use a brush to clean around the nut assembly of the blades, but the residue still comes off easily.

              Discussions

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