I was nervous about investing this much in a blender. But, after going through 4 blenders in 5 years, I finally made the decision to bite the bullet and get a blender that's more substantial. I use a blender every single day, often, twice a day, so getting something that would last was important to me.
I don't often splurge, so I did significant research before purchasing my Vitamix. After seeing the glowing reviews, and the capabilities of this blender, I made my choice. I was mixed with excitement while also begrudgingly making the payment.
I can confidently say, after using my Vitamix for several weeks now, this is hands down one of the best purchases I've ever made! This thing is amazing! My smoothies are insanely smooth - no kale stuck in MY teeth! And, being a vegan, I often blend various nuts and other ingredients to make pasta sauces. Before owning my Vitamix, I would have to make a decision between two options if I forgot to soak my cashews for four hours - either not make that sauce, or have really chunky sauce. Well, not anymore! This blender makes incredibly smooth sauces even if I fail at meal planning.
This, at least for me, is a life-changing blender, without a doubt!
Pros: Speed of Service, Texture Quality, Durability, Versatility, Recipe Enhancement, Power
I love my Vitamix blender. I use it to make cashew based sauces, soups and smoothies. The 64 oz container means I have plenty of space without dividing batches.