this is my second one and I love it as much as the first. We use it for everything from smoothies, to soups, to dips, to peanut butter. Best blender out there.
I have Bought three vitamix blenders not because they break but because I want one for each home we have. The quality and service is what makes me a repeat customer. This blender can do so much more than any other one. Because I make many plant based foods as well as smoothies, my blender is used at least 5 times a day — very happy with this product. I especially like the 5200 for me as the leaner aspect of the machine works well to cream the mousse I make.
I love the Vitamix blender I'm only giving it 2 stars because when trying to puree my mom's soup it consistently overheats and shuts off. Soup is carrots, celery, onions, rice, chicken, and broth only. Otherwise it works the best for nut milks and smoothies
I purchased my reconditioned Vitamix back in July 2017. My husband and I drink green smoothies 7 days a week. I have used this Vitamix practically every day (sometimes every other day) to it's full capacity (I store extra smoothie in mason jars) and it just keeps on mixing!! My canister is roughed up (I make beet smoothies in the rotation) but everything else about it is fine. It's pretty loud. But it gets the job done!!
Pros: Speed of Service, Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Power
This machine has been great. I use it daily for all sorts of things but mainly for smoothies and soup. It blends everything really nice and smooth. We love making whipped cream in 10 seconds!
Pros: Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Recipe Enhancement, Product features, Power