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Published July 18, 2014 | Last Updated January 23, 2022 By Barbara Bianchi 9 Comments

Blendtec Versus Vitamix Blender Review

Here is my unbiased review of Blendtec and Vitamix super blenders. 

Blendtec vs. Vitamix Blender Review

Here at the Homestead, I love crafting new smoothie recipes with organic fruits and vegetables. They’re the perfect way to incorporate more healing nutrients and fibers into one’s diet.

When the folks at Blendtec contacted me to ask if I’d like to try out one of their blenders, I eagerly jumped at the opportunity, wondering how the Blendtec would stand up to my Vitamix blender.

In the end, I have to admit that I’ve fallen in love with both machines and believe either one would make a great addition to one’s kitchen.

Read on to learn more about the Blendtec blender and how it compares to Vitamix.

The lowdown:

The one thing that immediately drew my attention when I took the Blendtec blender out of the box was how small it was compared to the Vitamix. The Vitamix is pretty tall so I keep it on a section of my counter where there are no cupboards above.

Vitamix will not fit underneath most standard cabinets. The Blendtec, on the other hand, takes up less space and can be stored away easily.

The Blendtec has automatic cycles for batters, ice crushing, ice cream, whole juice, soups, and (my favorite): smoothies! The cycles have variable speed settings that allow the blender to draw the contents down to the blade and create a uniform texture. I also love the LED Information Center that even displays the time left to blend.

I did find that the Blendtec jar is slightly easier to clean by hand (or by adding a little detergent and water, blending and rinsing) than the Vitamix, but I usually put my Vitamix jar straight into the dishwasher and don’t have any problems.

I also found that I often had to hold the base and top of the Blendtec while blending because the base is light and can shake (you don’t have to do this with the Vitamix since the base is heavier).

Both blenders make beautiful smoothies, but the Blendtec smoothies usually taste lighter and frothier while the Vitamix smoothies are thicker and creamier.

And you don’t have to stop at smoothies! You can also whip up delicious soups and gravies in both these blenders too.

Blendtec vs. Vitamix Blender Review

In a nutshell:

My Blendtec

  • 15 inches tall
  • 6 Pre-programmed cycles and pulse feature
  • Touch slider to fine tune speed
  • 2 prong blunt safety blade

My Vitamix 

  • 20.5 inches tall
  • 3 pre-programmed settings and pulse feature
  • Various speed dial
  • 4 prong laser cut blade

Conclusion:

I highly recommend both blenders and hope this review will help you make your decision. It really comes down to how much space you have in your kitchen and how heavy duty of a machine you prefer. Either one would be an excellent addition to your kitchen.

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  1. Lancelot Quadras says

    July 18, 2014 at 1:55 pm

    A gluten free post.
    Nice
    Liked it
    🙂

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      July 18, 2014 at 11:23 pm

      Thank you.

      Reply
  2. Sherri Hayter says

    July 18, 2014 at 2:27 pm

    Great comparison. I currently have a vitamix, an older one, but my container is ruined and I need to replace it. I was actually considering purchasing a brand new blendtec unit rather than replacing my container (I haven’t priced replacement containers yet). I do love my vitamix, but when you said the height of it, that is a bit of a pain. I luckily have a little space at the end of my counter with no overhead cupboards and I keep it there. I do have to attest to the quality of the vitamix – mine is probably in the neighbourhood of 15 years old and still going strong (with the exception of my container). Thanks for the review 🙂

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      July 18, 2014 at 11:47 pm

      Hi Sherri,
      Glad this post was so timely for you.

      Reply
  3. Krithika Rangarajan says

    July 18, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    Hey Barbara

    Thank you for your very honest and detailed comparison.

    My husband loves his VitaMix, although I am the one who makes the smoothies for him – lazy bones! 😛 hehe

    I can never bring myself to drink smoothies for more than one week though 😛 I am more of a solid-person. I prefer eating fruits and vegetables to juicing them. But my husband is like a naughty baby who refuses to eat his fruits and vegetables, so I blend them after his every racquetball session 😉

    Thanks again, dear #HUGSSS

    Kitto

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      July 18, 2014 at 11:57 pm

      Funny! My husband makes the smoothie for the two of us while I make the salad.

      Reply
  4. Lisa Lee says

    October 23, 2016 at 6:29 pm

    This is great! Thank you! I can remember comparing them before I bought our blendtec several years ago and basically came up with the same reasons why. I think they are both wonderful and the only thing that got me was that one could stand under the cupboards at all times. I haven’t regretted it but really wonder how other feel. Def a must for homesteading and being a homemaker! I know I would be lost without ours!

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      November 27, 2016 at 9:01 pm

      There you go, Lisa. Thanks for commenting.

      Reply

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