We had this model before for 10 years. It worked great and finally wore out. We bought this same model and it does not operate near as well as the old one. It is like there is now a “clutch” of some sort and it sounds horrible and just does not blend as well.
Response from vitamix.comBy Vitamix, March 24, 2026
Hi! We are sorry to hear that you are not enjoying your new Vitamix as much as your previous one. Please call us at 1-800-848-2649, so we can troubleshoot it with you and make sure it is working as it should.
We've had our Vitamix for a few months and make smoothies daily. It blends raw and frozen fruit in less than a minute and is easy to clean per instructions. Total time from prep to cleaning is less than 5 minutes.
I wanted to share my experience with the Vitamix 5200. Honestly, it has been such a wonderful addition to my kitchen.
I’ve found so much joy lately in the process of creating, searching for, and pondering new and different recipes. It has opened up a whole new world of culinary possibilities for me, and I’ve become truly happy exploring what this machine can do.
I would highly recommend that everyone have one in their household. It’s more than just a blender; it’s an inspiration to try new things every day!
Pros: Speed of Service, Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Recipe Enhancement, Product features, Power, Other
30 years ago, I bought several blenders that were disappointments. I then decided to make the investment in myself and buy a VitaMix. From my 1st experience, I was hooked and will never go back. I’m 100% team VitaMix. I use it for many tasks, with my favorite being vanilla bean paste. Such an amazing product, from the occasional home cook to professional chef - I highly recommend!
Pros: Speed of Service, Texture Quality, Durability, Power