Best for this need
Our pick
Vitamix 5200 keeps the cook in control with a responsive variable dial, separate High switch and a tall jar that shows clear circulation changes.
Direct speed changes with a jar that responds well to them.
What the facts say
Useful conclusions from the current high-end blenders comparison, followed by the checked facts used to reach them.
Only 1 of 29 models checked match every need here: “I want very smooth fruit smoothies”, “I blend fibrous greens often”, “I want to blend and heat soup”, “I make sauces, dips and dressings”, “I blend for a family or group”, “I usually make one or two servings”, “I prefer direct speed control”, and “I want long warranty coverage”.
1 matching model from 29 checkedMatch countThe count uses the current product-to-need assignments for “I want very smooth fruit smoothies”, “I blend fibrous greens often”, “I want to blend and heat soup”, “I make sauces, dips and dressings”, “I blend for a family or group”, “I usually make one or two servings”, “I prefer direct speed control”, and “I want long warranty coverage”. A need with no documented match does not count.
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| Vitamix Propel 750 |
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3 options
Vitamix, Black, classic 64-ounce container
The long-running manual Vitamix, prized for its narrow tall jar, responsive dial and ability to handle both modest and large loads.
Winner whenCooks who want direct control and a proven jar shape
The tall jar may not clear standard upper cabinets while it sits on the base.
Breville, BBL820SHY, Smoked Hickory
A fast 1,800-watt blender with a roomy 68-ounce jug, a useful frozen-dessert program and a cleaner interface than most kitchen systems.
Best forFast cold blending with polished controls
The Q is quieter than some open-base rivals but has no true sound enclosure.
Vitamix, Black, low-profile 64-ounce container
A family-size Vitamix with four recipe programs, a squat dishwasher-safe jar and direct ten-speed control.
Best forLarge premium batches without moving to Ascent pricing
The wide low-profile jar is less adept at very small recipes than the 48-ounce Propel 510.
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