Vitamix 5200 Reviews

What are the main features of the Vitamix 5200s?

Another important feature is the built in cooling fan. This ensures that the unit does not burn out especially when churning through hot foods. It also means you do not have to pause between smoothies, so everyone in the family can eat at the same time – a must for a busy family mealtime.Now we’ve covered all the accessories that you get with each package I’ll cover a little more about the features you can enjoy. The 5200s are robust blenders. They are built to handle repeated daily use, which is why they come with a full 7-year warranty that can even be extended to 10 years for a small fee. Many users have shared their experiences of using the blender 4 to 5 times a day and it standing up to this level of use over years. You’ll be surprised how versatile a blender this powerful can be in your day to day cooking. Smoothie for breakfast, soup of lunch, pesto to go with your roast chicken for dinner.

What can I make with the Vitamix TNC 5200?

This really is one of the most versatile blending systems out there. It is sturdy and powerful, which means that there are few things you can’t make with it – ok, maybe not a juicy ribeye cooked to perfection but still, your options are broad!

Here is a list of the things that other Vitamix fans have made using the 5200:

• Smoothies
• Nut butters
• Frozen desserts
• Soups
• Sauces
• Whole grain flours
• Beauty creams, scrubs and face masks
• Frosted icing
• Crushed ice
• Juices – extra accessories required but it is possible.

How to use a Vitamix 5200?

If you are unsure of how to use the Vitamix 5200, you have several options for learning how to get the most out of your blender. First, of course, is the Vitamix instruction manual. This will give you step-by-step instructions on all the function of your new machine.

If, however, you need a more visual medium for instructions, Vitamix offers a wide variety of videos on their website and on YouTube that teach you how to make many different kinds of drinks. These videos can give you some great ideas of how to get the most out of your appliance.

Does The Vitamix 5200 Make Soup?

One of the biggest questions I’ve heard regarding the Vitamix 5200 is whether or not it can make soup. The answer is a resounding yes. Soup was always something my Mom slaved over the stovetop making for hours and hours in the winter but now it’s been made a whole lot easier.

With the Vitamix 5200 you can effectively “cook” soup with your blender. The sheer power of the blades can actually blend and heat cold ingredients into a hot soup in approximately 6 minutes. Reading some experiments across various health-food blogs, there are even some users that have achieved hot soup within as little as 3 minutes.

The other “non-cook” option is of course to blend pre-roasted warm veggies (my favorite is butternut squash or pumpkin) with chicken or veggie broth but why bother going to the effort of roasting when you can cook and blend all at once.

Here are a few popular Vitamix soup combinations:

• Sweet potato (baked), apple, carrot, onion, stock cube and water
• Red Thai curry paste, carrot, butternut squash, chillies and coconut milk
• Broccoli, cheddar, garlic, stock cube and water.

Is The 5200 Dishwasher Safe?

In the age of technology its rare these days to own a kitchen utensil or appliance that you can’t chuck straight into the dishwasher at the end of the day.

Unfortunately the Vitamix 5200 is not dishwasher safe. However don’t picture that you’re going to spend each evening scrubbing the blender and trying not to catch your fingers on the blades.

To properly clean the Vitamix you simple add some water into the blender, a little squirt of detergent and then flick the blender on for 30 seconds or so to give it a thorough clean and rinse. There is no better way to get in behind the little blades than this.

While it isn’t dishwasher safe, give it 30 seconds on high and you’re done. Thankfully, it’s still a super easy clean up for you and the 5200.

How to pulse a Vitamix 5200?

If you are looking for a traditional “pulse” function as is found on most blenders, you’ll notice this is missing on the Vitamix 5200. However, you can still perform the same function by switch the Vitamix to the first setting quickly and shutting it back off. This has the same function as a traditional “pulse” button and will allow you to control the mixing function a bit more.

How much does a Vitamix 5200 weigh?

The Vitamix 5200 weighs approximately 11 pounds. This makes it a bit heavier than other models, but the weight is a reflection of its strength and power.

What about juicing with a Vitamix 5200?

If you are looking for a good juicer, the Vitamix 5200 can mix a good smoothie. However, if you are looking for a traditional juicer that will separate the pulp from the juice, the 5200 will not do that. This model is a traditional blender that will simply mix all material in the pitcher. You could blend all the foods together and then strain the pulp, but most people will prefer a traditional juicer.

What do the Vitamix 5200 reviews say?

Looking across the web, the reviews for the Vitamix 5200 are very very good. This model has high ratings across all of the review sites I researched, scoring between four and five out of five. This average scores higher than that of many other blender brands.

Good points

Versatility – the flexibility of this unit is the thing that buyers liked most especially the fact one minute you can be making soup and the next frozen cocktails.

Healthy fresh ice cream in minutes – Many users shared how easy it was to make ice creams using frozen fresh fruit and blended with a little milk. A tasty and health conscious dessert for the whole family to enjoy. My favorite is frozen banana with a splash of coconut milk and a couple of strawberries for color and flavor.

Ease of use – this is a very simple to use blender. Minimal food prep required, super competent blending and quick cleaning.

Great recipes – Vitamix want their customers to get the most out of their blenders, so they provide great recipes. And because of their popularity, Vitamix suitable recipes are splashed all over the web for you to try out.

Ongoing customer support – Vitamix provides great customer support  even for customers who have bought their blenders years earlier.

Bad points

Noisy – unfortunately many customers do mention the noisiness of the blender. However, many who had owned other blenders did concede that they had all been noisy as well. The reality is that with a blender this powerful, there is going to be noise. It is the trade off that comes with having a blender that can blend almost anything.

Fixed blades – the blades are fixed and cannot be removed, which can make getting all of the food out a bit tricky. Vitamix do sell special spatulas that are designed to get in between the blades, but for some thick foods, it is still an issue.

Speed variation – If you buy this product, do not be tempted to skip watching the instruction DVD. We say this because you cannot leave this blender running at slow speeds for long periods without causing damage to the motor. If you do not vary the speed, you will quickly burn out the motor. This is explained in the video, but some users didn’t realise and then wondered why they were having motor issues.