With the speed dial set to 4, I only had blend for about 10 seconds to get the desired consistency. For this test, I turned the switch to variable speed, allowing me to adjust the speed dial. The Vitamix 5200 has a toggle switch to the left side of the speed-dial which allows you to switch between high and variable speed. As opposed to hummus, which you generally want to be as smooth as possible, a thick soup benefits from a less powerful blend, as it can easily become too thin if over-blended. Next up, I gave the blender a quite different test in the form of a chunky soup.

The new and used versions performed almost identically, which is a nice testament to the longevity of the product. This thicker concoction usually requires a little extra time from my Vitamix to blend down into smooth, creamy deliciousness. I prefer my hummus thick as opposed to thin, so I often donвЂ™t add as much water from the chickpeas as I should. The Vitamix 5200 blended the chickpeas, tahini, garlic and lemon juice together with ease. The answer to both questions is вЂњno, not reallyвЂќ. Had my old Vitamix blenderвЂ™s performance fallen without me noticing? Would this new Vitamix 5200 outperform its used counterpart? Since I already knew the Vitamix 5200вЂ™s capability in this regard, this was more of a test of longevity. A food-processor is generally considered to be the best appliance for making hummus, but my old Vitamix has proven to be quite capable.ДЇirst up, I used the newly purchased Vitamix 5200. Since itвЂ™s what I use my blender for most often, I started the testing out by mixing a batch of hummus. We also went ahead and purchased a new Vitamix 5200 as well, since comparing a brand-new blender against a used one is potentially unfair. I was, therefore, really excited to purchase the newer version and try out all of my usual recipes with the upgraded features. Previous to our testing, I owned and used the Vitamix 5200 as one of my personal blenders. Blendtec Total Classic Original Blender.LetвЂ™s take an in-depth look at the two, comparing all their features and flaws. Depending on your budget and specific wants and needs, either of these blenders could be a great choice for you. Vitamix did a good job responding to these complaints, cutting the pitcher size for the Vitamix 5300 down by 3вЂ™ inches, while also making the base a bit shorter.ДЄlong with these upgrades, the Vitamix 5300 also comes with a higher price-tag compared with its predecessor. With a 20вЂ™ inch tall pitcher on top of a large base, the 5200 was just too big for some users to easily store. One of the only complaints with the ever-popular Vitamix 5200 blender, was its height. The next biggest, and perhaps most significant difference, is the pitcher size.

2 horsepower isnвЂ™t a huge deal, combined with a wider blade, the second-gen motor is able to produce more torque, giving you more blending power. The Vitamix 5200 features an older 2 horsepower motor, while the 5300 has been upgraded with a second-gen 2.2 horsepower motor. Perhaps the biggest of these differences is the motor. There are, however, some significant differences between the two. Today weвЂ™re going to be comparing the Vitamix 5200 and the newer Vitamix 5300.Д«oth blenders share many of the same features, a large base, one dial in the center for controlling speed, and a 64 oz glass pitcher. Vitamix blenders arenвЂ™t just great for juicers and health-nuts but come with an almost endless array of uses.Д«lending soups, salsas, making ice-cream, making creamy hummus, blending fruits and veggies into smoothies- Vitamix blenders can do it all. With any Vitamix product youвЂ™ll be getting a high-quality appliance able to take on just about anything you throw at it. These powerful consumer products donвЂ™t vary much at all from their commercial counterparts. As well as making commercial products used by industry giants such as McDonalds and Starbucks, Vitamix also produces blenders for consumer use. Having been around for almost a hundred years, Vitamix, a family owned company, has become one of the leading blender manufacturers in the world.