Vitamix has
Vitamix 7500 Blender w/ 64-Oz. Container for
$299.95.
Shipping is free.
Thanks to community member
TTo34 for finding this deal.
Available Colors:Includes:- Motor Base
- Low-Profile 64-ounce Container
- Low-Profile Tamper
- Getting Started Guide
- Cookbook
Features:- 2.2 HP Motor
- Pulse feature
- Ten variable speeds allow you to refine every texture with culinary precision, from the smoothest purées to the heartiest soups
Top Comments
7500
- 3 color options - red, black and white
- electrical cord 6'
- dimensions: 17.5 x 7.7 x 9.4
- 12.5 #
- 87 dB
E320
- 2 color options - red and black
- electrical cord 4.5'
- dimensions: 11 x 8 x 18
- weight: 10.5 #
- 97 dB
Control-wise... the same.
Performance-wise... the same.
I think the 7500 may have more metal in the casing.
Warranty - both 7 years.
Costco E320 comes with two 20 oz cups. Costco known for easy returns.
Vitamix - one of the finest companies you'll ever deal with when it comes to warranty.
I do recommend a factory reconditioned one from Vitamix direct. I've had two factory reconditioned bought from Vitamix, came with a new container and tamper and the base literally looked unused, and they have been everything people boast about. But, the price on these new ones is way too good to pass up if it is the model you are looking for. Plus you get a longer warranty than the reconditioned. (Mine is long after the factory warranty and runs like it was new.)
Some links...
https://blenderspro.com/vitamix-e320-vs-7500/
https://www.vitamix.com/us/en_us/...xOfDB8WXww
https://www.vitamix.com/us/en_us/...1e0a82b838
I personally have an older 5200 my mother-in-law gave us, which I love. If I were to upgrade, I would go with the 7500, though I am a very experienced chef who cooks everyday.
You also don't need a costco membership for the 7500...just saying.
Correction, both blenders now carry a 7 year warrenty.
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This is an awesome deal. If you need a blender this is the one. I use it every single day. Its a breeze to use and a breeze to clean.
according to the research I have been doing it's almost the same 2.2 hp motor on both models but the e320 is a bit louder, same warranty as well but dealing with Costco is probably easier than dealing with any manufacture's warranty
Not sure if there are other differences between the two models
Well that and the fact that Vitamix directly was selling the E320 (refurbished though) for $190 earlier this year
https://slickdeals.net/f/15600802-vitamix-64-oz-low-profile-explorian-series-blender-refurbished-black-or-red-190-free-shipping
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Main takeaways:
-Made in USA
-Long warranty
-Metal "gears"
-Blunt blades (by design) that don't dull and affect performance
-Personal observation: Blade design facilitates great vortex/blending action that cycles food top to bottom
...all of this on top of general specifications and build quality others have attested to.
The old days the blenders used a tall 64 oz container of glass with a nice handle. The complaint was the tall container was too tall to fit on the kitchen counters under many common heights of kitchen cabinets. So, Vitamix made the squatty body 64 oz container that is the design of today.
The issue then became the wider bottom squatty 64 oz container may have a problem for some when blending a smoothie to the uniform texture of the taller older container WHEN MAKING A SINGLE SERVING, like under 20 oz or 12 oz. Even with the blade redesign of the new lower body container, you might find a small pebble of ice or two with these small quantities. Similar complaints were said about very small quantities of baby food and salsa.
Solution: Horses for courses - use a smaller container to blend for small amounts. Even the 32 oz, let alone the 20 oz and small containers, did a better job with single servings. If you have a kitchen mixer then you may have experienced a problem with proper mixing of small quantities in 5 quart or larger bowls, like a couple eggs for a meringue or small amount of whipping cream for whipped cream. The solution is also use a smaller bowl for the mixer (plus or minus a different sized attachment).
You may have no issue or you might. It depends on your ingredient quantity and personal tolerance. I bought a 32 oz container for when I make a personal smoothie that isn't more than 20 oz. Yes, it is an additional expense.
This may be why one chooses the E320 over the 7500 - the included 20 oz containers. Never used one but if that's all you want for your smoothie and it works then happiness.
The good thing is that no matter which model you buy you have a solid return policy that covers you for at least 30 days (Vitamix) or longer (Costco). If you want a higher performance blender then try one of them and return if you don't like. You should know well before 30 days if it's not for you.
Fun chart on dB readings at
https://www.earq.com/hearing-health/decibels
(red is danger zone for potential harm to hearing depending on length of exposure)
The v1200 would be compatible with their future containers if they decide to make other nfc based products like the food processor.
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