Is Vitamix the best all-purpose, “healthy” blender?”
According to ConsumerSearch.com, these are the two best high-end blenders: • KitchenAid Pro Line Chef’s Blender (*est. $240) Best Commercial-quality blender Unlike most of its competitors, the Pro Line receives uniformly high marks in owner-written reviews. It’s pricey, but with its 746-watt motor and 48-ounce polycarbonate jar, it surpasses many competitors in capacity, power and performance. Professional testers like its simple controls, and owners praise its step-start feature, which brings the motor up to speed slowly. Unlike the also-powerful L’Equip R.P.M., owners say that the KitchenAid Pro Line blender is sturdy and surprisingly quiet. The KitchenAid blender is best for those who need a semi-professional blender that’s quieter than the competition. (compare prices) • Vita-Mix 5000 (*est. $400) Best Heavy-duty, multifunction blender The Vita-Mix 5000 wins raves from owners, who say it never balks at pulverizing whole fruits
