topic Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec in Kitchen

Vitamix vs Blendtec

Sherbear1 — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 23:01:05 GMT

I am wanting to purchase. Which do you all prefer?

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

tervuren — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 23:37:21 GMT

I have both and the Blendtec is good but the Vitamix is much better. I will admit that my Blendtec is an older version but it never liquefied like the Vitamix. Maybe the newer versions have improved. I love, love, love the Vitamix.

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

lovesallanimals — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 23:47:54 GMT

I love my Blendtec. I had a Vitamix and returned it immediately. I did not like the shape of the jar, you had to use that plunger, too many steps. The Blendtec has a nice 4 sided jar, super easy to clean. I only use it for smoothies and no matter what I put in, it is as smooth as velvet. I also like the options, i.e., juice, smoothies, etc. Once the time is up on the timer it stops automatically and it is perfect every time.

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

spent2much — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 00:46:54 GMT

Another vote for Vitamix here!

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

SXMGirl — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 01:31:24 GMT

I have a Vitamix and really like it, but I have friends who really like the Ninja and it costs a lot less. I also noticed that one of the cooking shows (cannot remember which one) has switched from Vitamix to Ninja, even though the Ninja that was being used on it was not one that I have seen in stores (or at least I don't think it is). I would look at reviews online.

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

poppinfresh — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 02:17:50 GMT

There really is no comparison. Get the vitamix. I have had mine going on 37 years now. No problems what so ever. Yes they are expensive, but they last forever.

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

Susan in California — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 02:18:10 GMT

Vitamix

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

Sherbear1 — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 04:14:42 GMT

Thanks ladies! There is a vitamix tsv Jan 11th. Now What do you think about variable speed or presets.

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debic — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 13:56:36 GMT

I've had both, but the Blendtec was years ago so I imagine it wouldn't be a fair comparison. The vitamix is better for me. I'd love a scraper container like the blendtec has now.

We used to have a comparison poster, not sure where she went. She liked the Blentec better.

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

poppinfresh — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 16:53:08 GMT

Sherbear1....There is a vitamix page on facebook called vitamix Enthusiasts run by a lady named Lea Ann Anderson Savage. She is a vitamix demonstrator and has some really good deals on them from time to time and can answer any questions you may have. You might check that out. I just got one for my son at almost halft the price. As to variable speed and pre set, I would definately go with variable.

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

Oostende — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 19:01:00 GMT

Another vote for Vitamix.

Also, I like the new Vitamix scale, which connects to wifi, and can give you an accurate calorie count per serving, based on the exact weight of the ingredients you include. That really helps when I'm interested in backing off the calories.

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

phoenixbrd — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:27:53 GMT

Blentec is great and I'm sure anyone would be happy with it....that being said Vitamix is the best and if you have a choice, that is what I would purchase.

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

JeanLouiseFinch — Sun, 18 Dec 2016 03:14:21 GMT

Vitamix, hands down. And don't put it away. Keep it on your counter so you'll use it. When it's stored away, it's kind of an out of sight, out of mind thing. One thing to note, however, is that the tall canister/jar (whatever you want to call it) is too tall to fit underneath upper cabinets. The shorter one has a smaller capacity, but fits nicely and the entire unite can be pushed all the way back to the wall.

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

Sooner — Sun, 18 Dec 2016 04:28:15 GMT

@Sherbear1 wrote:
Thanks ladies! There is a vitamix tsv Jan 11th. Now What do you think about variable speed or presets.

We have what I think is the 5200 form about 7years ago. It has an on/off switch on the right, a knob in the middle that makes it increase speed, and a high/low switch on the left. It works great and has never presented a problem speed wise.

It has the old-style tall jar and I love it. I have a counter where I can sit it with no problem. We would hate to be without the Vitamix!

Re: Vitamix vs Blendtec

KaySD — Tue, 20 Dec 2016 21:45:40 GMT

Presets could be useful if you plan to do those specific things a lot. But variable speed will do everything so if it's less expensive and that matters, you won't have anything to regret. I'd avoid the 2-speed because it's too limiting if you really get into it. I'm glad for those who are enjoying their Ninjas and Blendtecs, but if I had a choice I'd always go for the Vitamix.