Blenders
Vitamix 5200 Blender
$449.99
Best overall blender — pulverizes anything and even makes hot soup by friction. Built to last a decade.
Blenders
Blendtec Total Classic 575
$349.99
The main rival to Vitamix, Blendtec uses a blunt, ultra-strong blade and preset cycles that run hands-free. The wide, short jar fits under cabinets and pours easily. The premium pick if you prefer one-touch programs over manual dials.
Best for: One-touch fans · Under-cabinet fit · Daily blending
How it scores
Ease of use5/5
Performance5/5
Durability5/5
Easy to clean5/5
Value for money4/5
Pros & cons
- Powerful
- One-touch programs
- Cabinet-friendly jar
- Durable
- Pricey
- Loud
- Blunt blade feels odd at first
In depth
In regular rotation (1560W, a 90 oz jar (32 oz fill) capacity, serving about 2-4), the Blendtec Total Classic 575 earns 5/5 for performance and 5/5 for durability in our scoring. Powerful is the detail that shows up most in day-to-day use. Dishwasher-safe parts keep cleanup mostly hands-off, which feeds into its 5/5 cleanup score.
This one is a strong fit for One-touch fans, Under-cabinet fit, Daily blending. Where it falls short: pricey, and loud — worth weighing against its 4/5 value-for-money score before you commit.
Compared to the Vitamix 5200 Blender, the Blendtec Total Classic 575 runs about $100 less than it and matches it on value for money (4/5). If unmatched blending matters more to you than powerful, the Vitamix 5200 Blender is the one to check next.
Where it sits in Blenders
At $349.99, the Blendtec Total Classic 575 is 4th cheapest of the 5 blenders we list — 250% above the $99.99 median for the category. Stepping down to the Ninja Professional Plus Blender saves $250; stepping up to the Vitamix 5200 Blender costs $100 more.
| Product | Price | Rating | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ninja Professional Plus Blender | $99.99 | 4.7★ | 72 oz |
| Blendtec Total Classic 575 (this page) | $349.99 | 4.7★ | 90 oz jar (32 oz fill) |
| Vitamix 5200 Blender | $449.99 | 4.8★ | 64 oz |
Prices are from our last catalog check and move around on Amazon; ranking is across the 5 blenders in the Kantan Prep catalog, not the whole market.
Full specifications
| Capacity | 90 oz jar (32 oz fill) |
|---|---|
| Material | Tritan jar |
| Wattage | 1560 |
| Voltage | 120 |
| Dimensions (in) | 7.0 x 8.0 x 15.5 |
| Weight (lbs) | 7.3 |
| Color | Black |
| Controls | touch |
| Presets | 5 |
| Functions | Blend, Hot soup, One-touch cycles, Frozen |
| Dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Warranty | 8 years |
| Noise | High |
| Power | Corded electric |
| Footprint | Medium |
Common questions
How much does the Blendtec Total Classic 575 cost?
As of our last check it was priced around $349.99 on Amazon. That makes it the 4th cheapest of the 5 blenders in our catalog, 250% above the $99.99 category median. Amazon prices change often, so confirm the current price before buying.
Who is the Blendtec Total Classic 575 best for?
Best for: One-touch fans, Under-cabinet fit, Daily blending. If that profile doesn't fit, the Ninja Professional Plus Blender covers similar ground for $250 less.
Is the Blendtec Total Classic 575 worth the price?
It sits 250% above the $99.99 median for the 5 blenders we list. At a 4/5 value-for-money score in our comparison, it's one of the stronger picks in its price range — the main tradeoff to weigh is pricey.
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Blenders
Ninja Professional Plus Blender
$99.99 $129.99
Best value — strong crushing power, big 72-oz pitcher, and preset programs for a fraction of premium prices.