I bought the Vitamix years ago and its still in use with no problems. I still can't believe all the soups, ice cream, and shakes I learned to make with owning the Vitamix.
Pros: Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Recipe Enhancement, Product features, Power
Absolutely love my machine! I’ve always dreamt of owning one and I finally took the plunge last year and this totally lived up to the hype! It’s one of the best things I’ve ever bought aside from my Cricut machine and Kitchen Aid! This is absolutely worth it!
Pros: Speed of Service, Texture Quality, Versatility, Recipe Enhancement, Power
I've had two other brand blenders, neither compare to the Vitamix 5200. It purrs like a kitten even when you open the throttle. Best fruit smoothies ever.
It is a good machine. 2 things though. I made hot sauce and can not get the smell/flavor out of the pitcher. So now I can not use it for anything else. Also, the pitcher design is poor. The inside should be smooth without the edges or lips for liquids/sauces to get caught in. It makes it difficult to scrape it all out. I have to say, I waited for years to be able to afford one. A lil bit of a let down. It is powerful though and does what it is supposed to do.