Anyone have a Vitamix?

Retired RailRoader · 02-08-2013, 07:08 AM

I was in Costco yesterday and I was very impressed with the Vitamix. I know it's very pricey but I really liked it. Does anyone have one and if you do what do you think of it and what do you make with it. Thanks

Daddy-O · 02-08-2013, 07:16 AM

I don't know much about the new ones, but I picked up an old (mid '70's maybe) one at a garage sale ($1!).

That thing is incredible. 17 full load amps (!).

It is chrome, with an avacado green base- thats why I'm thinking '70's.

If they still make the same quality as the one I got, it is well worth it.

Trumpstylz · 02-08-2013, 07:27 AM

They're pretty much the best blender on the market. I don't currently have one, but I've seen what they can do, and they're a wonder.

HeSmellsLikeSmoke · 02-08-2013, 08:20 AM

The Vitamax 5200 along with the more economical Breville Hemisphere Control are top rated by Cook's Illustrated.

16Adams · 02-08-2013, 08:33 AM

Nutri Bullet sold at bed bath/beyond with a 20% coupon comes to 80$. I can make juice from a sweet potato. Pretty amazing versatile piece of equipment. Vitamix are just simply amazing but big

trufunk · 02-08-2013, 08:52 AM

Don't have one but I'd love to have one. My Aunt has an old one that is chrome, it's really cool.I think it has a switchin the front that reverses the blade direction.

peaspurple · 02-08-2013, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by 16Adams

Nutri Bullet sold at bed bath/beyond with a 20% coupon comes to 80$. I can make juice from a sweet potato. Pretty amazing versatile piece of equipment. Vitamix are just simply amazing but big

I agree, my kids got me a nutri bullet for christmas and it is amazing. It will turn almost anything into juice.

gtr · 02-08-2013, 09:41 AM

I have a Blendtec that I love. From what I can tell, the performance between those and Vitamix are comparable. What sold me on the Blendtec was that it has a lower profile and would fit under my kitchen cabinets while sitting on the counter. Seems to me like the move is to grab one or the other depending on the deal you can get.

Motley Q · 02-08-2013, 09:54 AM

Is this a trick question?

Why would anyone spend $500 on a blender?

It's a damn blender.

Buy a $20 blender and take $480 and buy a rice cooker and a banana holder.

Oh, and a omlet maker and salad shooter.........

basuraman · 02-08-2013, 09:59 AM

My Ninja does the trick on most things. Made a killer pesto in nothing flat the other day.

Crazy Harry · 02-08-2013, 10:51 AM

I have one, I got it to grind up chicken bones and all for a cat with no teeth. I also got the dry blade for blending rubs.

slammmed · 02-08-2013, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Motley Q

Is this a trick question?

Why would anyone spend $500 on a blender?

It's a damn blender.

Buy a $20 blender and take $480 and buy a rice cooker and a banana holder.

Oh, and a omlet maker and salad shooter.........

There is world of difference between a $20 blender and a vita mix. And if you haven't see one in action you really should.

We have a vita mix and honestly i've never questioned the quality/price value. We've have several blenders that have all worked mediocre and will never buy another brand again, except maybe a blendtec.

Toronto · 02-08-2013, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Motley Q

Is this a trick question?

Why would anyone spend $500 on a blender?

It's a damn blender.

Buy a $20 blender and take $480 and buy a rice cooker and a banana holder.

Oh, and a omlet maker and salad shooter.........

Ill put a Vitamix or Blendtec up against any $20 blender you bring to the table and we will see where all the extra money went.

Its kinda like saying you can get a car for $2000 why would you need to spend $100,000 for a Ferrari?

People do more than crush ice in a blender.

bigabyte · 02-08-2013, 11:13 AM

I have had a BlendTec for 6 years now and it's hands down the best thing I ever purchased for my kitchen. The BlendTec is pretty comparable to the Vitamix, they are basically direct competitors.

You will be amazed how over tim you find yourself using it for things you either never thought to do, or puled out other things to do.

As for comparing to regular blenders, there is no comparison. Regular blenders just mix stuff up and make relatively small chunks out of it. You could run it for hours and it would never get as smooth and creamy as something run through a Blendtec for just a few seconds. It's like trying to compare a bottle rocket to the space shuttle.

adively26 · 02-08-2013, 11:17 AM

I have a blendtec and use is for green smoothies mostly. It also makes great crushed/shaved ice for mixed drinks. I plan on getting the twister jar to make my own nut butters soon.

If it broke today, I wouldn't hesitate to replace it with another blendtec or vitamix. I use it daily.

02-08-2013, 07:08 AM	#1
Retired RailRoader Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 02-15-10 Location: Ronkonkoma, New York Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Anyone have a Vitamix? I was in Costco yesterday and I was very impressed with the Vitamix. I know it's very pricey but I really liked it. Does anyone have one and if you do what do you think of it and what do you make with it. Thanks __________________ Everyday is Saturday and tomorrow is always Sunday.

02-08-2013, 07:27 AM	#3
Trumpstylz is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 10-29-11 Location: Chicagoland Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	They're pretty much the best blender on the market. I don't currently have one, but I've seen what they can do, and they're a wonder. __________________ Weber One Touch Gold 2001 Weber Genesis that is no longer used since the OTG

02-08-2013, 08:20 AM	#4
HeSmellsLikeSmoke somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 04-02-07 Location: Warren, Vermont Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	The Vitamax 5200 along with the more economical Breville Hemisphere Control are top rated by Cook's Illustrated. __________________ Jim - Another transplanted Texan Former KCBS CBJ Large and Medium Big Green Eggs , Black 18.5" WSM, Blue Weber Performer - Stainless, Green Weber OTG Kettle , Brinkmann SnP Pro, and a Stainless UDS. One retired Portable Kitchen grill. Red Thermapen, Maverick ET-73, EdgePro Apex Sharpener. Avatar is the original 1951 Weber Kettle

02-08-2013, 08:33 AM	#5
16Adams On the road to being a farker Join Date: 01-16-13 Location: Texas Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Nutri Bullet sold at bed bath/beyond with a 20% coupon comes to 80$. I can make juice from a sweet potato. Pretty amazing versatile piece of equipment. Vitamix are just simply amazing but big __________________ Pit Barrel Cooker, CG Akorn, WSM 18.5, Mini WSM, Lodge Sportsman Hibachi,Tiernan SOB

02-08-2013, 08:52 AM	#6
trufunk On the road to being a farker Join Date: 11-14-11 Location: San Antonio, Tx Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Don't have one but I'd love to have one. My Aunt has an old one that is chrome, it's really cool.I think it has a switchin the front that reverses the blade direction. __________________ I am here. Where are U? 2440 Party Gator Purple the Super Sexiest Thermopen

02-08-2013, 07:16 AM	#2
Daddy-O Knows what a fatty is. Join Date: 04-14-11 Location: Bay City, MI Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I don't know much about the new ones, but I picked up an old (mid '70's maybe) one at a garage sale ($1!). That thing is incredible. 17 full load amps (!). It is chrome, with an avacado green base- thats why I'm thinking '70's. If they still make the same quality as the one I got, it is well worth it.

02-08-2013, 09:41 AM	#8
gtr Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 10-16-10 Location: Culver City, CA Downloads: 2 Uploads: 0	I have a Blendtec that I love. From what I can tell, the performance between those and Vitamix are comparable. What sold me on the Blendtec was that it has a lower profile and would fit under my kitchen cabinets while sitting on the counter. Seems to me like the move is to grab one or the other depending on the deal you can get. __________________ 50" Klose BYC, Backwoods Chubby, UDS, 26" & 22.5" Weber Kettles, Jumbo Joe, WGA, WSJ/MUDS, Jumbo Old Smokey, Pig Hibachi, a piece of expanded metal I throw over the fire pit sometimes, Stealthy Black & Vol Orange Thermapens Displaced East Tennesseean Proud recipient of a Tick Former outlaw MOINK baller, now IMBAS Certified, but still lookin' over my shoulder. Golden Goose Egg - Got 2 in the nest baby! SPFP Mayzie's keeping an eye out for you! WTFWGALD?

02-08-2013, 09:54 AM	#9
Motley Q On the road to being a farker Join Date: 08-18-12 Location: marietta Ga Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Is this a trick question? Why would anyone spend $500 on a blender? It's a damn blender. Buy a $20 blender and take $480 and buy a rice cooker and a banana holder. Oh, and a omlet maker and salad shooter.........

02-08-2013, 09:59 AM	#10
basuraman Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 06-06-11 Location: Sacramento, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	My Ninja does the trick on most things. Made a killer pesto in nothing flat the other day. __________________ Creating taste through smoke and fire. Husband, Father and well...that is the important stuff. (Not so super fast White Pocket Thermometer, WSM, Char-Griller Gasser with awesome Grillgrates)

02-08-2013, 10:51 AM	#11
Crazy Harry is Blowin Smoke! Join Date: 07-08-09 Location: Deer Park, Wa Downloads: 4 Uploads: 3	I have one, I got it to grind up chicken bones and all for a cat with no teeth. I also got the dry blade for blending rubs. __________________ No trees were harmed in presenting this post; however, a great number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced. When all else fails just ask yourself, WWGALD???

02-08-2013, 11:13 AM	#14
bigabyte somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-10-06 Location: Overland Fark, KS Downloads: 1 Uploads: 1	I have had a BlendTec for 6 years now and it's hands down the best thing I ever purchased for my kitchen. The BlendTec is pretty comparable to the Vitamix, they are basically direct competitors. You will be amazed how over tim you find yourself using it for things you either never thought to do, or puled out other things to do. As for comparing to regular blenders, there is no comparison. Regular blenders just mix stuff up and make relatively small chunks out of it. You could run it for hours and it would never get as smooth and creamy as something run through a Blendtec for just a few seconds. It's like trying to compare a bottle rocket to the space shuttle. __________________ Chris Baker For great food and and an even better time join the BBQ Brethren Throwdowns *First ever recipient of the Silverfinger Award!* Yes, I own a whole bunch of BBQ crap also. *Certified MOINK Baller & IMBAS Certified MOINK Ball Judge #0003 - Get your MOINK Certification today!* The Secret Squirrel Society doesn't exist - Zero Club member

02-08-2013, 11:17 AM	#15
adively26 Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 07-30-12 Location: westminster md Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I have a blendtec and use is for green smoothies mostly. It also makes great crushed/shaved ice for mixed drinks. I plan on getting the twister jar to make my own nut butters soon. If it broke today, I wouldn't hesitate to replace it with another blendtec or vitamix. I use it daily.