Blenders
Vitamix 5200 Blender
$449.99
Best overall blender — pulverizes anything and even makes hot soup by friction. Built to last a decade.
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Blenders
Ninja Professional Plus Blender
$99.99 $129.99
Near-premium results for far less. Auto-iQ programs handle smoothies and frozen drinks at a button, the 72-oz pitcher feeds a family, and crushing power is genuinely strong. No hot soup, but outstanding value for everyday blending.
Best for: Families · Smoothies · Frozen drinks · Value
How it scores
Ease of use5/5
Performance4/5
Durability4/5
Easy to clean4/5
Value for money5/5
Pros & cons
- Strong crushing
- Big pitcher
- Preset programs
- Great price
- Loud
- More plastic
- Less silky on greens than Vitamix
Full specifications
| Capacity | 72 oz |
|---|---|
| Material | Tritan pitcher |
| Wattage | 1400 |
| Voltage | 120 |
| Dimensions (in) | 9.0 x 7.0 x 17.0 |
| Weight (lbs) | 7 |
| Color | Black/Silver |
| Controls | touch |
| Presets | 4 |
| Functions | Blend, Crush ice, Smoothie, Frozen |
| Dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Noise | High |
| Power | Corded electric |
| Footprint | Tall |
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