How does this compare to a Vitamix for making smoothies?
68457
No comparison! i have owned both, if you are only throwing in soft fruits with liquids and ice than it would be sufficient but then again that could be subjective on the user but no comparison as to blending capabilities, also the container is about half the capacity. But the stainless does keep the ice cold when blending.
68458
I bought this unit a couple of years ago as my wife was dealing with major health issues and needed specific nutrients and could best take them in smoothie form. With that sait we had the vitamix, a juicer, a ninja etc. Although we have them still, they haven't been in use since we bought the waring. It took a bit to figure out, as in amounts, but its been the best over all. And to date we've had no issues. It was a great investment for us.
224717
I have both and now use the ninja more-I'm working my way up to a vitamix! but the ninja is great for single or double serving
791032
It does work. The flour is not as fine as I would like it. It produces a lot of flour dust in the air. I covered the top with a slightly wet dish towel. My blender does just as good. I do not have a "Vitamix". That was recommended to me. Best Wishes.
2159656
They have more experience with the Vitamix if a problem develops. However, what have you got to lose if you try tightening it. Just don't overdo it.
1215271
I threw mine out because it started leaking and sprung for a Vitamix (reburbished--5 year warranty). This blender blended fine while it worked but it does not puree hard vegetables like you describe. Vitamix is the the one you want to smoothies, using whole apples, etc. Whiz kid!
274152
the blendtec is amazing. no pulp, just a smooth frothy smoothie. go with the blendtec you won't regret it.
2176092
The Vitamix blender has more power and a higher quality. The Montel Williams unit is difficult to mount on the base correctly.
2080733
yes! I compared this to the vitamix and decided to keep this one for 1/10 the price. It made both almond and coconut butters just as smooth as well a blending the greens in green smoothies. The only difference is it takes a few minutes longer. Keep tamping at the edges and it will liquify then let it run for a few minutes...I leave the room :)
2176089
Pricewise , it is about a 1/3 the cost of a Vitamix. I use it on a daily basis and it has performed very well and does just about everything as well as the more expensive Vitamix. The unit has sufficient power to make many of the Vitamix recipes with no problem. I feel that the unit performs as well as its more expensive, higher priced cousin. I believe the Vitamix has a lifetime warranty. I would rather save the few hundred dollars and get similar results utilizing the HeathMaster Elite.
1367775
Actually, the motor in this unit is more powerful than the Vitamix. I think only company that has more powerful motor is Blendtec. But you'll be shelling out at least $300 more. And this unit goes up to 24000 rpm which is same as Blendtec. Same speed... think...
1724435
This fits on the vitamix right out of the box. I love it & have been using it for a few months to make smoothies daily. It makes great smoothies with easier cleanup & wasted ingredients than vitamix. The vortex it creates sucks the ingredients down more vigorously than the vitamix jar. No tamper is needed. However, the vitamix jar is superior for making bnt butters & frozen desserts because of the tamper. Hope this helps There is another jar (rebel) that requires you to substitute a blendtec drive on your vitamix.
1922512
It's not the best blender. For home-use you will likely see no difference in quality for a decade or more, but this particular model lasts just short of 2.5 years in my kitchen (commercial/professional) whereas the vitamix I last had lasted over a decade and saw more use.
1922511
How frequently do these people use their blenders? once a day? once a week? once a month?In my case, my work place(a professional kitchen in a 5-star hotel in Waikiki)has a blender like this one, we use it a lot everyday. That's why I bought one myself for home use.Don't get me wrong, Vitamix are good stuff too, we have them in the kitchens too. It's like comparing Toyota and Honda, you know?! One is NOT necessarily better than the other.
500000
I have both. I just replaced my 1995 Vitamix with a new model that has preset programs for smoothies, soups and frozen treats. I LOVE my vitamix, which btw has a 7 year warranty with the option of upgrade, and is definately the better machine healthwise and if you want more than straight juicing. I cannot imagine what the previous poster did to the Vitamix that it fell apart. It is a workhorse!" However, if you are just juicing, having owned several juicers the Brevelle is the best! Pros and Cons summary: VITAMIX - variety, "Whole" juicer, easy cleanup, built to last. BREVELLE JUICER - Smooth juice with less pulp left over than other Juicers, so much to clean up I rarely use it. I have both. I just replaced my 1995 Vitamix with a new model that has preset programs for smoothies, soups and frozen treats. I LOVE my vitamix, which btw has a 7 year warranty with the option of upgrade, and is definately the better machine healthwise and if you want more than straight juicing. I cannot imagine what the previous poster did to the Vitamix that it fell apart. It is a workhorse!" However, if you are just juicing, having owned several juicers the Brevelle is the best! Pros and Cons summary: VITAMIX - variety, "Whole" juicer, easy cleanup, built to last.... » Read More I have both. I just replaced my 1995 Vitamix with a new model that has preset programs for smoothies, soups and frozen treats. I LOVE my vitamix, which btw has a 7 year warranty with the option of upgrade, and is definately the better machine healthwise and if you want more than straight juicing. I cannot imagine what the previous poster did to the Vitamix that it fell apart. It is a workhorse!" However, if you are just juicing, having owned several juicers the Brevelle is the best! Pros and Cons summary: VITAMIX - variety, "Whole" juicer, easy cleanup, built to last. BREVELLE JUICER - Smooth juice with less pulp left over than other Juicers, so much to clean up I rarely use it. « Show Less
1959121
First of all, Vitamix are way better than Ninjas. Vitamix = super smooth smoothies. Ninjas = chunkie smoothies. Omegas are juicers. Just juice, no pulp or fiber. The Omega J8006 can juice fruit and vegetables and leafy greens and grasses. Best juicer I've ever owned.
499998
hm - check out the reviews on the Vitamix. i was seriously considering the Vitamix a couple weeks ago and the reviews turned me away from buying it. i will probably buy this model because of the rave reviews here on Amazon ... one important consideration is that the Vitamix is a "blender" with a thick product whereas we are looking for a "juicer" that will separate the bulk/fiber from the nutrients.
377413
i can't really speak regarding Blentec or Vitamix. I have two Waring blenders and bought the commercial one most recently. I really like it. It's the best blender I've ever had. In the past I have had a Breville (that leaked) and a Cuisinart.