Vitamix Certified Reconditioned Next Generation Blender, Black (Renewed Premium)

I bought the Vitamix based on friends recommendations. They have each had Vitamix for 10+ and 15+ years so I figured a refurbished model would be a great way to get a reliable machine at a lower price. I absolutely love it. Used it to mince onion and garlic with the wet chop method for a soup. It does an excellent job and made mincing so easy compared to normal. My smoothies come out much better than my old blender. The seeds from blackberries aren't totally undetectable but not nearly as noticeable as before - I'm not stopping with each sip to chew or expect seed. It's just a slight texture but sips just fine. It handles ice like nothing. Fresh or frozen berries it does great. I'm thrilled with how well it does for smoothies.I learned not to froth eggs to much when whipping them in the Vitamix. Too much air and they stuck to the non-stick pan - never been an issue before. But keep it less than speed 3 and it does a great job beating them to a good consistency.Looking forward to trying some salsa and marinara recipes as well as slaw since it handles everything so quickly.Most other reviews complained about it being loud but I was surprised it was actually pretty quiet for a blender. Speed 10 is still less volume than my old blender. Very pleased so far and hoping it holds up as many years as the ones my friends have.

Update 6.5 years later: Still going strong. Use daily. Great blender.Update almost 3 years later: I use this blender daily, sometimes even more than once a day, and it still works GREAT like the day I got it. No problems whatsoever. Highly recommend!I have owned this for over 4 months now. Still the best blender I have ever used. Still 5 stars!

Sooooo much better than any other blender I've used. Only downside is that you can't really blend small amounts due to the width of the carafe. BUT, there is consistency like no other blender on the market.

I'm a kitchen professional, and it doesn't have as much power as I'd like. Sometimes the blade will spin around or stop completely for no reason. If I have the setting at 5 and then change it to 1, it doesn't always slow down. I'll have to turn it off first.

I did not think I needed a blender. What a great addition to my kitchen.We use it daily to make simple veggie and milk smoothies.I have also used it to make soups but I am not impressed as the soups are very foamy. Also there is a reason to simmer soup for a long time . The blender soup is just not satisfying. Lack of flavor and not hot enough.I mix baking ingredients; crush nuts; mill grains; chop up garlic/onions/veggies for cooking/baking; and make nut butters.Clean up is super easy.I have received 7500. Please note that there is one sentence in the description saying either 7500, Creations Elite or s300 (or some other S model) will arrive at your door. The 7500 and creations elite look, feel and operate the same. To me they are the same, but packaged/named differently.

My only complaint is I noticed the bottom of the unit had multiple reconditioned stickers (could see through them slightly). The unit I received was reconditioned once December 2020 and again December 2021. There was a third sticker I couldn’t make out but I’ll give benefit of the doubt and assume it was the original sticker. I contacted vitamix and apparently there’s no limit to how many times the same unit can be reconditioned. I wish this was clearly disclosed as I was expecting a “single owner” used blender.Other then that I am happy with the product. Have made smoothies, soups, etc.

This is the third Vitamix I have owned. I have had a great experience with my other units. This unit does not work properly. I am very disappointed. The motor spins sporadically, and seems to disengage with the blades. This makes it difficult to blend things. Unfortunately, my return window has closed, or this thing would go back. A $400 boat anchor! I can't believe Vitamix would ship something in this condition. Now I am left dealing with the manufacturer to get it fixed. What a PIA!

I love, love, love this blender! I had considered buying one for years but was intimidated by the price. However, now that I have made that leap I know it was well worth every penny. I now consider it an essential piece of equipment in my kitchen. I highly recommended this blender. (Did I mention that I love this blender??? Ha, ha!))