Vitamix 5200 information from Consumer Reports

Vitamix 5200

Approximate retail price:

$580.20

Summary: This Vitamix blender was Excellent in overall performance, and has
• Dial/Switch controls
• plastic jar
• 8 (2L) cup capacity and
• 11 claimed speeds

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About - Vitamix 5200
The Vitamix 5200 is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the 5200 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Icy drinks (Smoothies): Sensory panelists judged the smoothness and thickness of non-alcholic pina coladas made by each model. Blenders that do well for icy drinks also do well for smoothies. Convenience: Judgements on ease of cleaning and replacing blade; clarity of controls and jar markings; pouring ease; and jar balance, etc. Puree: How well the blender pureed soup.

About - Vitamix 5200

The Vitamix 5200 is part of the blender test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blender models like the 5200 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Icy drinks (Smoothies):: Sensory panelists judged the smoothness and thickness of non-alcholic pina coladas made by each model. Blenders that do well for icy drinks also do well for smoothies.
Convenience:: Judgements on ease of cleaning and replacing blade; clarity of controls and jar markings; pouring ease; and jar balance, etc.
Puree:: How well the blender pureed soup.

Features & Specs - Vitamix 5200
Glass jar Heavy and stable, can be put in the dishwasher, and don't get cloudy or stained. Glass jar	No
Plastic jar Lighter and easier to handle than glass, but that makes them more likely to wobble or tip over. Plastic jar	Yes
Stainless-steel jar Stylish, sturdy, lighter than glass, and often dishwasher-safe, but you can't see the contents. Stainless-steel jar	No
Removable blade A blade that can be removed makes cleaning easier. Removable blade	No
Controls Indicates the type of controls the blender has. Controls	Dial/Switch
Pulse Identifies that the blender has a pulse feature, which provides the user with greater control during use and prevents overblending. Pulse	No
Weight (lbs.) Weight of the jar, lid and base. Weight (lbs.)	11
Jar weight (lbs.) Weight of the jar and lid. Jar weight (lbs.)	2
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By Kay

from Baltimore, Md

5.0

Vita-mix

6/2/2013

Pros

Easy To Clean

Good Pitcher

Powerful

Precise Control

Stable

Cons

None

Best Uses

Cooking

Crushing Ice

Drinks

Large Kitchen

Small Kitchen

Comment:

My Vita Mix quit last week after heavy daily use for 35 years. It's a fabulous piece of<br />Kitchen equipment. I can't imagine anything could come close to it. I'm calling to replace it now

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

By Not so healthy eater!!!

from Scottsdale, AZ

5.0

Awesomely Powerful!

5/2/2013

Pros

Easy To Clean

Powerful

Stable

Cons

Poor Pitcher

Best Uses

Crushing Ice

Drinks

Juicing

Small Kitchen

Comment:

We have drank more fruits and vegetables in two weeks than I think we consumed previously in about 6months to a year! So far we are highly satisfied!

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

By Mcook

from NYC

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Among the best kitchen appliances I own

3/5/2013

Pros

Can Take A Beating

Easy To Clean

Good Pitcher

Powerful

Precise Control

Stable

Cons

a bit noisy

Best Uses

Cooking

Crushing Ice

Drinks

Large Kitchen

Small Kitchen

Comment:

I love it. You can fill the 64-oz bowl with pretty much anything and a minute or so later it will blend it all smooth. 7 year warranty. You don't have to baby this baby. If you're on the fence -- get off it and buy it.

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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