I purchased the Vitamix 5200 because I was hosting a smoothie party and needed something stronger/bigger than what I had. I was NOT disappointed at all. This machine is amazing. I've used it several times since then and what impresses me the most is the design of the base where the carafe sits. The bumpers make the fit perfect without force. It's a no-brainer to operate also. My only regret now is that I didn't get the model that makes soup :-(
Pros: Easy to clean, Durability, Quality, Easy to use, Power
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
I regret not getting this blender sooner..
on December 24, 2016
Posted by: ABQ runner
from Albuquerque, NM, United States
Gender:Male
After a month of thinking about it, I finally decided to spend the money and upgrade my blender. My only regret is not upgrading sooner!! This thing is amazing! I've never had smoothies this creamy and smooth before. I only have to use half the amount of water I used in my old blender to make it the same consistency which makes the taste much better and not watered down. If you're thinking about spending the money, go for it, you won't regret it.
Pros: Precise Textures, Durability, Power
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting vitamix.com
Customer Rating
5
Powerful, full function machine, very versatile
on December 29, 2016
Posted by: Platehead
from Getzville, NY
Gender:Male
I am an avid weight lifter and gym rat. I wanted a replacement for my cumbersome Cuisinart food processor to make high protein pancake and waffle mixes, and my hand shaker for whey protein drinks along with a simple machine to produce various special dough mixes along with a litany of general kitchen meal prep functions like grinding herbs and spices, making sauces like Jamaican Jerk marinade and of course, adult beverages. The food processor works but it has small capacity, no pour spout, liquids leak out from multiple areas during and after mixing It has a massive footprint with all the attachments and parts required to make it work. It's also not very effective for dough, useless for blending whey powder and the waffle and pancake mixes are a mess. It's also incredibly annoying to clean and dry and it takes up half of a base cupboard - I plan to relegate the Cuisinart to the basement.
After considerable research, and talking to some folks at the gym along with a couple of professional bodybuilders I know, I decided on this refurbished Vitamix blender which combines power, versatility, simplicity and effectiveness along with durability. It reminds me of a far better designed big brother to the old Oster blender my mom had in the 1970's.
My first impression after making high protein waffle batter today was "I should have bought this machine years ago". The Vitamix has massive power, is fully functional for my needs and is simple to clean. It whips my whey powder and ice/water mix instantly with no lumps and gives it a bit of froth. My hand shaker for the whey powder, ice and water as a real pain because it leaked and was hard to clean because the powder stayed lumpy and stuck to the sides of the shaker. Problems solved with the Vitamix.
Really happy I bought such a solid powerhouse with so much versatility that is made in the USA, has a 5 year warranty and arrived with amazing speed and I loved the red color!
In summary, this is a great machine and I look forward to years of productive cooking and simple cleaning down the road. Cheers!
Pros: Easy to clean, Speed of Service, Precise Textures, Durability, Quality, Easy to use, Value, It's Many Uses, Product features, Power
This blender does everything promised. I researched for over a year, read reviews, over and over, this is a big deal for me financially. I was anxious over spending the money. Now the I have, I use this everyday, I am not disappointment, I don't know why I waited so long.
Pros: Easy to clean, Durability, Quality, Easy to use, Value, It's Many Uses, Power
Love this machine! I have made so many diffrent reciepes that my whole family likes including my picky twin boys that are 6 years old. This is one of the best things i have purchesd for myself and my family since i can remeber. I can't wait to see what other recipes there are once i recieve a Vitmix book i ordered.
Pros: Programability, Speed of Service, Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Recipe Enhancement, Product features, Power, Other
I have been dreaming about this blender for almost a year and finally bought it just before Christmas. I start my day with a green smoothie. Use Vitamix to make sauces, crepes batter, vegetable soups, ice creams and even to make a bread dough. Even my husband who couldn't understand why I'd spend so much money on a blender is starting to seethe benefits. One of the best investment I've ever done.
Pros: Easy to clean, Speed of Service, Quality, Easy to use, It's Many Uses, Power