I am writing this review about a blender that I purchased 10 years ago and is still going strong. This has been making smoothies daily for 10 years and is still going strong. I do think I need to replace the bearings on the pitcher soon, but that is not a problem. Best kitchen purchase I have made.
Fantastic powerful blender, works great to blend everything I need, makes great smoothies. Be sure to read the instructions on how to use it, its definitely helpful.
We bought this after our previous blender broke. The previous blender was cheap by comparison but we're only light users and it lasted for probably around 8-9 years. Our thought was this should last the rest of our lives. Hopefully that is the case but obviously too early to tell. The thing that really impressed us is how smooth the results come out. Levels above our other mixer.
This is the 4th Vitamin 5200 I have purchased and it is different than the 1st 3. The motor is not as strong and it does not blend as well. I love Vitamix and need to contact customer service because this does not seem normal for the quality I have known them to have.
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Response from vitamix.comBy HHCC, December 22, 2021
Hello! The 5200 has consistently used a 2.0 peak horsepower motor since its launch. If you are experiencing performance issues with your Vitamix, please call our customer care team at 1-800-848-2649, and they would be happy to assist you!
I use a blender almost daily and have for probably the last 30 or 40 years. It is a kitchen essential for me. I have had my Vitamix 5200 for several months now and can't rave about it enough! It works beautifully, is quiet, powerful, and easy to clean. It fits well on the counter right under the upper cupboard next to the sink, so it is always handy and doesn't need to be pulled from a cupboard. Our daily breakfast smoothies come out silky smooth in a matter of seconds, and I have yet to find anything it can't handle effortlessly. I highly recommend this wonderful blender. Furthermore, it is very highly rated for durability and ease of use by my consumer bible - Consumer Reports. I couldn't ask for more!