Proof is in the pudding!

I fretted over buying such an expensive piece of kitchen gadget for some months. It turned out that the Vitamix was my last resort as I had tried other comparable blenders and they didn't deliver on the texture, taste, or time. I have used it to do several smoothies with different vegetables, fruits, and ice. It flew through the blending and chopping effortlessly. I was shocked as I expected a few remnants of vegetable or fruit pulp to exist when it completed. None was there. The cookbook that came with it is fabulous as well. I have not ventured out to make any soups or anything. But, do plan to this weekend. The quality of the Vitamix is well worth the price. It was an early Christmas gift to myself. I have embarked on a healthier lifestyle and have kicked myself for waiting so long to purchase it. My life is worth this much and more.

Vitamix is the best

I bought an Omega Juicer and the Vitamix intending on using both for health and weight loss. However, when I saw how much waste there is with a juicer (fiber, etc.) I decided to just keep the Vitamix which uses the whole fruit or vegetable. Love the Vitamix.

Best blender I've ever had! Wonderful product!

Price seemed very costly but I can't yet determine if it is a good value because time and usage will tell.

Pricey but is one heck of a wind tunnel!

I have always wanted a Vitamix blender. They can shred anything. When I first turned it on and cranked it up I was amazed at the sound! This blender has unlimited power. No longer will I be displeased because I cannot whip, froth, etc. when I need to. It is pricey but it is worth it. As a guy good tools are important in the kitchen as well as in the shop!!

It arrived faster then I thiught it would. I

This product is so easy to use. I love making smoothies and all of the other things it can do. It's easy to clean. It's looks nice. It works wonderfully.

The best in classs

We had a Vita Mix for 15 years and when we gave it to our daughter replaced it with a Blendtec from Costco. Good thing Costco returns as it was not comparable to a Vita Mix. Love having this upgraded version of Vita Mix and using "the best" again. First time order from Food Network and it was a very good experience with a great discount and free shipping.

It Doesn't Get Any Better

There is NO other product to compare. If you're considering a product of this type, buy this one. It's the BEST!

This blender ROCKS!

In our quest to eat clean and healthy, we made the big investment and purchased the best blender ever. We make perfect smoothies, silken soups...you name it. There's nothing this machine can't handle. It's so easy to use and it has inspired us to fill it with fresh, delicious foods every day!

Price and experience

It took me several years to finally purchase this item because of the price. But I finally gave in because of the free shipping promotion and a discount coupon. This made it worth putting out the dollars though still high compared to other name brand products. I am very happy with the product. It meets all my expectations after watching demos online before I made the initial purchase.

My favorite kitchen tool!

Can an appliance be life changing? In the case of the Vitamix blender, absolutely.
Do not waste your money on a juicer that extracts when you can use the Vitamix to pulverize vegetables (and fruits) so all that "good for you" fiber is consumed. I am not a person who likes vegetables although I realize how important they are for optimal health. Drinking raw vegetables is the most practical way to consume power foods such as kale, parsley, spinach, berries, etc. and, with the Vitamix, drinks come out silky smooth.
I love the presets on this blender as well as the pulse feature. The cost increases, but I feel they are worth it. You simply push the button and walk away in most cases. The Vitamix makes the best soft-serve ice cream and even cooks hot soup.
We use our Vitamix at least 6 times a day. The 7 year warranty gives me peace of mind and I feel good buying an American product from an American company with a reputation for impeccable customer service. My only regret is that I didn't buy one years ago.

Terrific Product

Makes terrific smoothies and soups. Easy to use - even my 13 year old daughter had made smoothies by herself. Like the preset options for smoothies and soups. Very easy to clean.

I love this blender. I bought it so that I would eat greens and now I am drinking a green smoothy twice a day and they taste great. When Kris Carr said that it could blend a coyboy boot she wasn't kidding. My kids enjoy getting fresh ice cream and I like that fact that I know what is going into it, swapped the sugar with a squirt of agave. I even leave the greens on the strawberries for extra nutrition.

Fantastic! After reviewing the demo on the DVD I jumped in and made a green smoothie, and fruit smoothie, and tomato soup - all awesome. This machine is truly a must have in any kitchen. Love it!

Yes. A blender that works.

This is the 6th blender in a quest to find one that would live up to the expectations of my wife. It's not the most beautiful piece of equipment we own by any means. It's actually quite a hassle due to the fact that it won't fit under our cabinets. However... If does create beautifully smooth mixtures. You won't be disappointed with the performance. Forget all the different settings. All you need is the knob, and the mixing stick. Coming from a family that puts food in the front of our priority list, this gets our stamp of approval.

Love My Vitamix!

I have enjoyed making smoothies the most but this is no slouch for grinding hard cheese (Parmagiano-Reggiano) and for making your own powdered sugar. Can't wait to try the soup recipes and am so glad to improve nutritional quality whenever and wherever possible. And with a 7 year warranty on the motor? WOW...Worth every penny!

I've enjoyed using it. I plan to make many healthy meals with it.

Worth the wait

I have waited for this model for a long time and finally decided to purchase it. I am very happy with the purchase.

Great. Everything I wanted. (Very loud)

It does everything I need it to, I never worry about overloading it, and the pre-set buttons (smoothies, frozen desserts, and hot soups) make everything a no-brainer. The recipes are great, the stainless body doesn't worry me re: durability (unlike the plastic body of the 5200, which is just covered in a decorative stainless finish)...I couldn't be happier.

It is noisy. You won't find anyone who says otherwise. My family doesn't love the noise, but they love the food, so they tolerate it. And with the pre-sets, you can set it for anything that doesn't need manual tamping, leave the room, and come back when the program ends :)

Easy to clean. Makes blended coffee drinks. Makes hot soup. Makes salad dressing *so* easy. I just love this thing.

Wonderful multi-purpose kitchen tool

We love our new blender! Even my husband, who was skeptical, is a fan. He grinds our coffee, makes nutritious smoothies for himself and the kids. The soups are delicious and so easy to make. The clean up is as easy as running the dishwasher. Just fill the blender with a little soap and warm water and it will do the rest. The "Bill Me Later" option helped with the cost and a $40 off coupon I found online sealed the deal.