Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender, Professional-Grade, 48 oz. Container, Slate

I wasn't sure what to expect since this was my first Vitamix but wow does this thing do its job perfectly. It doesn't have any preset functions but it feels bullet proof with the simple 1-10 speed settings and pulse button. I can get ice and frozen fruit blended into perfect consistency without any ice chunks in about 30 to 45 seconds depending on size of smoothie. I also like the 48 oz size container since it seems to be the right amount and creates a perfect fruit and/or veggie vortex. I was able to blend kale and spinach with green apple into a smoothie (always add water) and get consistent results like something I could order from a real smoothie shop. It cuts through the green stuff so well its almost like a juicer. If you use a strainer with the right mesh you could sift out the extra fiber to get the same result as a juicer. This blender has got me in a healthier mindset since I've been more inclined to using it for my daily nutrition. Worth every penny for me and I expect it to last 20 years with serviceable parts

The vitamix is expensive, but worth it. The first one broke within the same day because I believe I went from low to high too quick? Still unsure what occurred. Maybe just a faulty one. Regardless, i purchased another after quite some time of it sitting in my cart and trying to re-justify spending that much on a blender (adulthood and the expenses that come along with it are indeed ghetto). This one has been great and used daily!It makes being healthier easier-smoothies everyday to get my fruits in! It is easy to use, it is a durable product, it is easy to clean, and it works so well to grind frozen fruit. This and my Dyson are two of my favorite expensive adult purchases! Kudos to the team that made and marketed and put it all together because it is definitely the diamond of blenders. If you have it sitting in your cart, do not second guess any longer, get it, you need it. It even heats soups!

Love this blender. Don’t cheap out, you won’t regret it.

I can’t believe I went this long without a Vitamix!!! And from what I have heard, it will last me forever! It blends amazing and my smoothies come out perfect! I highly recommend this product!

I purchased this Blender for 3 reasons, it came highly recommended by a respected magazine that rates products, it was Self Cleaning and it could fit under my counter. After using it a half dozen times, I will admit that is is easy to clean, and it is will blend just about any food product you can think of to a liquid consistency, BUT, when on High Level 10 (which is recommended by Vitamix for many uses), it is the loudest appliance I have of all the power tools in my house and that includes powerful electric saws and electric blowers, as well as various large powerful vacuum cleaners. The sound can be dampened a bit, by putting the Vitamix on a folded towel, instead of directly on a counter top, but the unit is still very loud at maximum output. My suggestion to anyone who uses this Vitamix on a regular and prolonged basis, because it is used in an enclosed area (the kitchen), is to use Ear Protection to avoid developing hearing problems. There are baffle containers made that will contain and reduce the sound level significantly, but they are very expensive (almost half the price of the blender) and they appear to be large and bulky units. Vitamix has got to figure out a way to quiet these blenders on high speed without the customer having to leave the room.

This purchase was not made lightly and many hours of research and reading reviews went into this selection. I have never owned such a powerful blender so this has opened up many new recipes to try. Our household is only 2 people so the smaller container was perfect for our needs. My very first recipe was the simple frozen banana , peanut butter, cocoa concoction and it is amazing. Hubs is totally in love with this and is amazed that it tastes so good with no added sugar. I made a roasted tomato soup that was awesome. My favorite is making the lemon juice using the whole lemon minus the seeds and then straining some of the pulp out. We add this to our water every day. This is a useful tool in a household that is trying to improve their eating habits and I would recommend making this investment.

Due to the cost, I waited a while before eventually buyimg one of these blenders. I’m glad that I finally made the purchase. My food processor is no match when it comes to creating a smooth liquid.

I use a blender often. My not so old one died, and after seeing reviews on Cooks Illustrated, I decided to try Vitamix. I am very happy with the performance. Easy to clean and use.