Don’t love it. It’s all plastic and the base of the blender is narrow. It’s jammed several times when thick or frozen items are at the bottom. For the price, we’re not impressed. Wouldn’t buy again.
Pros: Easy to use
Response from vitamix.comBy Vitamix, Vitamix, September 7, 2023
Hi there, we are sorry to hear that you are having trouble with your Vitamix. For best results there are some techniques we recommend you follow:
Check Your Speed When starting the machine, make sure the Variable Speed Dial is turned to 1(or, the ‘Stop’ position). Turn the machine on and turn the Variable Speed Dial from 1 to the highest speed your Vitamix has within five seconds. The Vitamix machine performs best on High speed to pulverize food and process thick mixtures.
Follow Order of Ingredients Place ingredients into the container in the order listed in your Vitamix recipe. If working with your own recipe, start with a base of liquid (water, juice, milk), followed by softer ingredients (tofu, yogurt), then juicier fruits and vegetables (grapes, cucumbers), firmer fruits and vegetables (apples, carrots), frozen ingredients (frozen berries), and finally ice. If you use protein powders, they should follow the ice.
Use the Tamper If ingredients are not freely circulating, the tamper can be used to improve the flow of food. While the machine is running and with the lid firmly in place, insert the tamper through the lid plug opening and begin working it in the four corners of the container. As the food travels around the side of the container, the tamper directs it right into the blades. If there is an air pocket around the blade, the tamper will release the air pocket and create a continuous flow of food through the blades. If you try these tips and are still having trouble blending, please call us at 1-800-848-2649, so we can further assist.
It’s perfect. I like that the top part is narrow so it works better even with smaller quantities. It is so sturdy and durable. 100% pleased with my purchase.
Pros: Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Power
This is my second Vitamix. My first one finally bit the dust after many years of daily use. I've never had an appliance last that long. I would not want to be without a Vitamix.
I have had my Vitimix for over 10 years and it works as well as it did on day one. I keep it on my counter and use it almost every day. My daughter is now an adult and now that she is living on her own; I was so happy to buy her one too. She loves using it from mixing things, making smoothies, making homemade oat flour and even oatmilk. The Vitamix has so many uses!!!
Pros: Speed of Service, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Recipe Enhancement, Power