Customer Reviews for Vitamix - S50 13-Speed Blender
Customer Rating
5
Best personal blender on the market
on May 28, 2017
Posted by: Jonathan MB
from Hamilton, ON, Canada
Gender:Male
I purchased the S50 less than a month ago, and I am thoroughly impressed with the quality and power. The Personal Series is for customers who prefer to make single or small servings. I am a one-person household, so I knew this would be the right choice. Although the Personal Series on paper has less power than the Legacy or Ascent Series, it is still an extraordinarily powerful machine. It has all the capabilities of the larger models, ranging from making hot soups to silky smooth frozen desserts and nut butters. The only caveat is that recipes may require slightly longer blending times to achieve the same results as larger models–or so I read. This is to be expected since the Personal Series uses a smaller motor!
My initial reaction when I picked up the S50 was that Vitamix did not compromise on quality. The components feel very solid. At first, I was hesitant to spend the money on a Vitamix since I was satisfied enough with the Nutri-Bullet at a fraction of the cost. However, you get what you pay for, which not only shows in the build quality, but also the blending results. A Vitamix really is an investment because it will be the last blender you ever purchase.
Blending results are outstanding each time I use it. Of course, I follow the instructions from Vitamix, but I am also very familiar with the personal blender realm. If you are using the 20-ounce container, you have to be methodical in how you load the ingredients. Since the 20-ounce container will not allow the use of the tamper, you must use enough liquid to get a consistent and smooth blend. The solid ingredients I load into the container always end up sitting close to the top, and I pour the liquid last to fill the container to about 3/4 full. If you prefer a thicker result, you are much better off using the 40-ounce container with the tamper.
As for cleanup, it is a breeze. You have to remove the blade and the rubber gasket to properly clean it unlike the larger models where everything is sealed together. Honestly, it takes about 5-10 seconds to rinse the blade and rubber gasket. Some people have indicated it is an inconvenience because the larger models have the ability to self clean. For me, this is not an inconvenience at all. Welcome to the realm of personal blenders.
Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my purchase. If you are on the fence about buying a Vitamix because of the cost, please take my word for it when I say it is worth every single penny.
Pros: Programability, Speed of Service, Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Recipe Enhancement, Product features, Power
I have been thinking about this purchase for awhile! I have been reluctant to buy an expensive blender because I'm a one person household and don't want a lot of appliances I'm not going to use in a small kitchen. I lived with a larger top quality blender before and found it to big to make smaller quantities. This is perfect. I love the smoothie to go cup to take to work. It is sitting on the counter and I am using it everyday. I have only had it about a month but it looks like heavy duty top quality and simple construction. If it lives up to its long lasting reputation I will be 100% happy customer. So far perfect. Helping me to live a healthier life!!
Pros: Speed of Service, Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Product features, Power
It's just my husband and I so I got the smaller one.I use it so much I wish I would have gotten the bigger one! For now this one is doing us very well,worth every penny!
Pros: Texture Quality, Durability, Versatility, Power
Veggies tend to get stuck in the container so you need to push it down. Overall juice turns out great, but not quite as simple a process as I expected.
Pros: Texture Quality
Response from vitamix.comBy Household Customer Service, April 5, 2018
Making homemade smoothies and juices should be an easy process with any Vitamix! If you can email us at service@vitamix.com with some details about your recipe, we can help you get a better blend!
Written by a customer while visiting vitamix.com
Customer Rating
1
Disappointed with the product
on March 5, 2018
Posted by: Mayank
from CA
Gender:Male
Small blender but the product is not reliable at all. Product stop working after sometime.
Pros: Speed of Service, Easy to use, Power
Response from vitamix.comBy Household Customer Service, April 4, 2018
It sounds like you could use some one-on-one help from a customer care agent. If you can give our customer care team a call at 1-800-848-2649, they can help you with this!
I saw the smaller Vitamix several years ago. I wanted to think about. I decided it would be perfect for me. But then I could not find one for sale! I searched and seached for 3 years. The larger model was just not suited for me. One day on Amazon, during yet another search, I found a review on the S50! I ordered it that day, directly from Vitamix. It is amazing!! I use it everyday to make smoothies and juices. My only regret is that I did not purchase it the first time I saw it!! Thank you Vitamix. And made in the USA !
Pros: Programability, Texture Quality, Durability, Easy to use, Versatility, Power