Which blender should I buy?

[TheWatcher]

So, my ancient blender is dying and I need a new one. I thought I should invest in something that works a bit better than the Made in China cheap brands.

I have narrowed it down to 2, which are fairly similar in price and function.

Help me decide?

Vitamix 5200 (https://secure.vitamix.com/acb/stores/4/product1.aspx?Product_ID=2332&Tab=Specifications)

Waring MX1200XT (http://www.theblenderplace.com/waring-mx1200xt-mx1200xtp-mx12000xts.htm)

I guess the Vitamix has more features, but the Waring has more power.

[Geno_g]

Vitamix, I've been meaning to get one...

[Theijuiel]

Goodwill stores, cheap blenders for 10 bucks. Replace as needed, fuck having to pay 500$ for a fucking blender.

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[eskamo951]

Goodwill stores, cheap blenders for 10 bucks. Replace as needed, fuck having to pay 500$ for a fucking blender.

Or hit up Wal Mart or Target for a new one for as low as $15 if they have any on sale.

[TheWatcher]

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Cool link.

The Blendec is the other high performance blender that I was considering.

I need something that can blend just about anything. Not only smoothies, but grinding seeds, nuts, soups, dried fruits, etc. (Not an iPad!)


--I've always bought the cheaper models, but I'm finding that I need something better. The cheap blenders have problems-they often leak, the motors can overheat, and they just can't do everything.

But, it's a lot of money and I'm very indecisive.

[menikmati]

Cheap blenders do suck, and yes they all leak. I remember when I made that cooking with menik milkshake episode...what you didn't see was the blender leaked fucking everywhere, it was a HUGE mess, really sucked. While I do think 400-500 bucks is insane to spend on a blender for the house, you will probably be far happier with it than the $30 model from Target.

[Geno_g]

I hate how cheap blenders smell like burning plastic when you try to blend ice in them... Just my experience from the shitty blender I have, I dig how you can make hot fresh soup in the vitamix without heating it on the stove, the blender's blades heat it for you...

[captncrzy]

A good blender will last you a really really long time.

Also, the ones with the dispensers rock.

[Courtney]

My chef friends have Vitamixes. Take that for whatever it is worth.

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