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Comment on How does the new Vitamix Pro 500 compare to the Vitamix 5200 by John

John — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 03:58:28 +0000

The Brushed Stainless finish is now available for the Vitamix 5200 - see it here

Comment on Blendtec versus Vitamix 5200: questions and answers by Paul Horne

Paul Horne — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:00:58 +0000

There is no comparison for me – the Blendtec is the clear winner. It’s more powerful, much better looking, digital, compact and fits on my counter under my kitchen cabinets. It’s so powerful I’ve never needed any kind of “tamper” – who needs one more clumsy plastic part floating around the kitchen? I also love the large square pitcher — it’s so easy to rinse out, and to get food from the very bottom of the pitcher. It’s much more difficult to get food out from around the tiny bottom and the four blades on the Vitamix.

I don’t like the new top that the Blendtecs are shipping with – it’s vented for heat which is great for hot soups but it takes a few more seconds to clean now.

But I freaking LOVE my Blendtec — I use it every day and can make just about ANYTHING in it!

Comment on Blendtec versus Vitamix 5200: questions and answers by Tom

Tom — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 22:58:30 +0000

If you are going to invest this kind of money in a blender, spend the little bit extra and get the Vitamix. Sure, you can save a few dollars if buying a Blendtec but you get much less… an inferior warranty and a product that is lightweight and brittle by comparison. Look at them side by side and pick them up. It’s pretty obvious.

I seriously doubt a Blendtec will last 20+ years of continuous use like Vitamix has proven to. Do yourself a favor and spend the extra for a much superior product.

Comment on Chia Seed: the super Super-Food by Terri

Terri — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 18:08:15 +0000

Wow! Chia seeds do sound awesome! How do you eat them?

Comment on Blendtec versus Vitamix 5200: questions and answers by Jordan

Jordan — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:34:33 +0000

I loved my Blendtec for two years – then I had to replace the container. One year later the new container is leaking and now it’s not covered by warranty. So I’m shopping again and am going with the vitamix 5200. Thank you for the review! – Jordan

Comment on Blendtec versus Vitamix 5200: questions and answers by Nan

Nan — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:15:46 +0000

I have used a Blendtec for 5+ years and have loved how it blends. HOWEVER, I have been through two blender jars in that time. The metal stem of the jar where it sits on the base freezes up and will not turn and the gasket that seals the bottom of the jar starts to leak. The same thing happened both times. Apparently, when the metal stem froze up it did some damage to the mechanics of the motor, because now it is having problems. Since I am out of warranty, I have no recourse. I am going to buy a VitaMix today!!

Comment on Blendtec versus Vitamix 5200: questions and answers by anthony

anthony — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:11:49 +0000

Have had 2 products for about 20 years, and swear by both: the VitaMix for what it does is absolutely the best. Used it to make lots of flour — worth getting the dry blade option.

Second is a Champion Juicer that I’ve had for about 30 years — and it, too, is absolutely the best for what it does.

Differences — the Champion is best for things like ‘greens’ juices (be sure to use things like carrots or celery in between ‘greens’ to push the ‘greens’ through) and whole juices with pulp (get the big screen optional part). I buy 10 pound bags of organic carrots from Costco — juice them in the Champion. Very delicious when cold.

Comment on How does the new Vitamix Pro 500 compare to the Vitamix 5200 by KP

KP — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:50:24 +0000

The Pro 500 sounds very nice and I would like to have a pulse but I love my 5200 and will probably have it forever.

Comment on Blendtec versus Vitamix 5200: questions and answers by drsher

drsher — Mon, 31 May 2010 00:51:14 +0000

I am on the fence also about a Blendtec and a Vitamix 5200, I have heard that Blendtec is great at coffee drinks and smoothies but they are NOT as good at making whole vegetable and whole fruit drinks, since they don’t have the tamper.

Comment on Blendtec versus Vitamix 5200: questions and answers by John

John — Mon, 24 May 2010 04:51:37 +0000

Hello Jane,

These blenders make what some call “whole food juice” – super smooth smoothies, but they are not juicers. ‘Juicers’ extract the liquid from fruits and vegetables thereby removing the pulp and fiber.

Comment on Blendtec versus Vitamix 5200: questions and answers by Karen

Karen — Fri, 21 May 2010 23:51:00 +0000

Thankx for the info, will probably be getting a vitamix due to the info you provided.

Comment on Blendtec versus Vitamix 5200: questions and answers by Jane

Jane — Fri, 21 May 2010 22:20:33 +0000

I noticed both these blenders make soups, nut butters, smoothies, etc. but do they make just simple fruit and/or vegetable juices?

Comment on The Blue Green Smoothie by Green Smoothie loverr

Green Smoothie loverr — Sun, 16 May 2010 22:42:38 +0000

I just tried this and it was fantastic. As a mom it is great to know nutritious recipes that my 7 and 3 year olds love!

Comment on The Tom Dickson Signature Blender by Blendtec by John

John — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 16:32:37 +0000

1- This particular Blendtec, the Extreme Blender, can easily handle a jar full of rock hard frozen fruit – it could even handle a jar full of rocks.

The Blendtec Total Blender Does a pretty good job at handling frozen fruit. It can take some time to blend up large pieces.

2 – No, you do not have to use the auto settings, you can operate it with the manual buttons if you choose to.

Comment on The Tom Dickson Signature Blender by Blendtec by broker

broker — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 03:07:07 +0000

i am about to order a blender either vitamax or blendtec and have 2 questions –
1. i use frozen fruit primarily for smoothies due to availability and ease ( no ice needed ) and it keeps. Will the Blendtec handle a jar full of rock hard frozen fruit
2. Do you have to use the auto settings on a Blendtec or can you operate it manually if you want to.
thanks

Comment on The Excalibur Dehydrator runs non-stop! by Brian

Brian — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:41:19 +0000

I use a food dehydrator all the time for preparing backpacking food. You can dehydrate so many great things that it is a great fit for outdoor activities. Thanks for sharing your ideas.

Comment on The Tom Dickson Signature Blender by Blendtec by GüZIN

GüZIN — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 12:46:13 +0000

IF I ASKED VERY NICELY, PLEASE SOMEONE CAMPAIGN FOR ME TO HAVE THIS IN THE UK?

THIS ONE SEEMS IDEAL FOR A RAW FOOD DIET.

I WOULD BUY A DOZEN JUST FOR MY FAMILY ALONE. NOT TO MENTION, I AM TRAINING TO BE A NUTRITIONIST, I WOULD RECOMMEND IT BE BOUGHT BY EVERY ONE.

Comment on The Tom Dickson Signature Blender by Blendtec by John

John — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 01:43:23 +0000

Unfortunately, at this time you can’t

They currently don’t make this model for 240 and have no plans to do so.

Comment on The Tom Dickson Signature Blender by Blendtec by GUZIN

GUZIN — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:54:55 +0000

HOW CAN I HAVE ONE OF THESE IN THE UK? ANY IDEA?
IT IS 240 VOLTS HERE.

Comment on The Tom Dickson Signature Blender by Blendtec by Blender Benefits

Blender Benefits — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:55:05 +0000

I mean, the first Blendtec is a beast, I’m not sure why the normal consumer would need this, but hey, I’m not complaining. Blendtec makes an awesome product and are genius marketers.