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Vitamix - 5200 Blender, Professional-Grade, Stainless-Steel Blades, Self-Cleaning, 64 Oz Container - Red
Average customer rating
4.7
(1,294 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,294 reviews
5 Stars
1,106
4 Stars
94
3 Stars
45
2 Stars
30
1 Star
19
95%of customers recommend this product.
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168 out of
177)
Customer Reviews for Vitamix - 5200 Blender, Professional-Grade, Stainless-Steel Blades, Self-Cleaning, 64 Oz Container - Red
Posted by: Mom of 2
from Rochester, NY
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
I received the 5200 Standard Vitamix for Christmas. I carefully read through all directions and started experimenting. I'm so impressed with the absolutely smooth texture of hummus*, cashew cream, and pureed soups. SO much better than my previous blender. I cook a lot, and this is a game changer.
*One thing I have learned: if it is something quite thick, it is hard to get the last of it out of the bottom of the blender (the blades aren't removable). I tried hummus in it, and though it turned out smooth and delicious, I couldn't fit the rubber scraper between the blades to get the very last of it. It certainly comes out fine, but the food processor is probably better for very thick things. This is in no way to dis the Vitamix; note I gave it 5 stars! Use this wonderful machine for soups, smoothies, pureeing nuts for things like cashew cream.
*One thing I have learned: if it is something quite thick, it is hard to get the last of it out of the bottom of the blender (the blades aren't removable). I tried hummus in it, and though it turned out smooth and delicious, I couldn't fit the rubber scraper between the blades to get the very last of it. It certainly comes out fine, but the food processor is probably better for very thick things. This is in no way to dis the Vitamix; note I gave it 5 stars! Use this wonderful machine for soups, smoothies, pureeing nuts for things like cashew cream.
Pros: Texture Quality, Easy to use, Power
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Posted by: Colleenn
from Washington state
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
Seems like the best blender around still, but I am disappointed in what feels like a quality decrease over the years. This just feels cheaper than my older model. Louder and rattly, and smells like burning after just 10 seconds on high power. I would prefer to pay more for something that works beautifully. I hope vitamin doesn’t continue to cut corners.
Pros: Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Power
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Posted by: B Lender
from Nebraska
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Strong enough to liquefy tree mulch!...not that I have tried. I'm sure it's great for all your lawn care needs...I mean...dietary. All your dietary needs. Who said anything about law care? But if there was a blender that could do yard work this would be the one!
Pros: Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Power
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Posted by: Pjacobs
Verified Purchase:Yes
Outstanding mixer. I use it everyday for smoothies, etc. A+++++
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Posted by: Chris Wyoming
from Wy
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
Our second one. The original one we got 10 years ago seems a little bit stouter
Pros: Durability, Easy to use
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Posted by: Deendi
from San Antonio Texas
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great blender and worth every penny....why I never bought one before is insane.
Pros: Speed of Service, Durability, Easy to use, Power
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Posted by: MarieS
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
We owned one of these mixers for almost a decade and loved it. We finally had to replace it because the pitcher was leaking at the bottom. The new blender releases a very bad odor when we run it. The smell is like burning plastic or oil. The blender functions OK, but we are hoping the smell doesn't mean there's something seriously wrong with this product.
Pros: Power
Response from vitamix.comBy Vitamix, February 27, 2024
Hi there! The behavior you are experiencing is completely normal for a newer machine. Although all motors are tested at the Vitamix production facility, heavy use will cause further curing of the motor windings. This curing gives off a burning smell and is typical for wound motors. This smell will quickly dissipate after a few more heavy uses.
In addition, the Vitamix motor is designed to protect itself from overheating. Sometimes the machine may emit a burning odor and/or stop temporarily because its thermal protector sensed that the machine was about to overheat. If this occurs, we recommend turning the power switch off for up to 45 minutes, allowing the machine to cool down or reset. To avoid overheating your machine in the future, be sure to ramp the machine up to the highest speed within 5 seconds of turning it on to activate the cooling fan in the motor.
In addition, the Vitamix motor is designed to protect itself from overheating. Sometimes the machine may emit a burning odor and/or stop temporarily because its thermal protector sensed that the machine was about to overheat. If this occurs, we recommend turning the power switch off for up to 45 minutes, allowing the machine to cool down or reset. To avoid overheating your machine in the future, be sure to ramp the machine up to the highest speed within 5 seconds of turning it on to activate the cooling fan in the motor.
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Posted by: DarlaB123
from Oregon
Verified Purchase:Yes
I ordered the Vitamix 5200. As a previous Vitamix owner I am a bit disappointed in the new mixer. The basis light weight and moves around when mixing. Also I tried mixing pancake batter as my first mix and it wouldn't mix it at all because I put the powder in first. I loved my old Vitamix that is still running after 25 years but I had given it to my son. The new ones don't compare. Still not sure I will keep it.
Pros: Other
Response from vitamix.comBy Vitamix, February 27, 2024
It is important to remember that all full-size Vitamix blenders are equipped with either a 2 or 2.2 horsepower motor, which moves the blades in the container at a high speed in order to pulverize the ingredients completely. On occasion during blending, especially with thicker mixtures like hummus, frozen desserts and nut butters, you may experience some excess movement/vibration from the motor base on your countertop. This is a result of the machine trying to move the blades through such a dense recipe at the same high speeds.
When this happens, the best thing to do is to first make sure you have your blender on the highest speed setting featured on that unit. Next, place your hand firmly on the lid of your container to steady it while you use your tamper to work the ingredients through the blades. This will help to create an easier flow of the ingredients in the container, which will also help to lessen the vibration. Please keep in mind that certain ingredients and recipes are thick or denser in nature, and some movement while blending is normal.
Taking your machine to high speed within the first 5-7 seconds will not only help with vibrations, it will also keep you machine from overheating and turning off on you. If you need further assistance with your unit, please call us at 1-800-848-2649.
When this happens, the best thing to do is to first make sure you have your blender on the highest speed setting featured on that unit. Next, place your hand firmly on the lid of your container to steady it while you use your tamper to work the ingredients through the blades. This will help to create an easier flow of the ingredients in the container, which will also help to lessen the vibration. Please keep in mind that certain ingredients and recipes are thick or denser in nature, and some movement while blending is normal.
Taking your machine to high speed within the first 5-7 seconds will not only help with vibrations, it will also keep you machine from overheating and turning off on you. If you need further assistance with your unit, please call us at 1-800-848-2649.
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