The Vitamix Venturist V1200 is a full-size blender with a 64-ounce main pitcher. Like most Vitamix blenders, it has a very solid build quality and a wide range of speed settings. The controls don't include any blending programs; however, like the Vitamix A2500 or the Vitamix A3300, it's compatible with the 'Vitamix Perfect Blend' app, which you can use to access automatic blending programs. It's available at Costco (U.S.) and other online retailers, but please note that some stores only sell renewed models.
Our unit also included a 20-ounce personal jar for single-serve drinks and an 8-ounce cup for sauces or dips. The manufacturer recalled the jars and the matching blade assembly in June 2024; they aren't available anymore. We've updated our review so the results and scores reflect the blender's performance with the 64oz jar only. You can still see how the 20oz jar performs under <a href= "#test_5150">fibrous ingredients (small batches)</a>, but if your unit came with additional jars, don't use them unless you received a repair kit from Vitamix.
Our Verdict
The Vitamix Venturist 1200 is fantastic for multi-purpose use. It's very well-built, has a big 64-ounce capacity in its main jar, and delivers very versatile performance. You can use it to make very smooth purees with small and large batches of fibrous ingredients, process tough ingredients like nuts, and make snow-like crushed ice. The main jar is safe for hot blending.
- Makes a smooth blend with fibrous ingredients.
- Very well-built.
- Loud.
The Vitamix V1200 is excellent for single-serving smoothies. Using its 64oz jar, it makes a mostly smooth blend with fibrous ingredients like kale. It's not the fastest or easiest process since you have to stop the blender and scrape the jar with a spatula for the best results. The blender originally included a 20oz jar that makes it easier to use for small batches, but the jar was recalled and isn't available anymore.
- Makes a smooth blend with fibrous ingredients.
- Very well-built.
- Loud.
The Vitamix Venturist 1200 is outstanding for multiple batches of smoothies. It makes a very smooth puree with fibrous ingredients like kale and snow-like crushed ice in its 64-ounce jar, so it's very well-suited for making smoothies to serve a crowd. That said, some blenders can process big batches of smoothies faster.
- Makes a smooth blend with fibrous ingredients.
- 64-ounce capacity.
- Very well-built.
- Loud.
The Vitamix Venturist 1200 is a fantastic ice crusher. It takes a bit longer than the best ice-crushing blenders but makes very uniform, snow-like crushed ice. It's also exceptionally well-built, which is nice if you often use your blender for demanding tasks like crushing ice cubes.
- Makes snow-like crushed ice.
- Very well-built.
- Loud.
The Vitamix V1200 is an incredible soup blender. It can hot blend, meaning you can add ingredients like roasted vegetables right from the pan. It makes a very smooth puree of fibrous ingredients like leafy greens, and the main jar has a large 64-ounce capacity.
- Very well-built.
- Hot blends.
- Loud.
The Vitamix Venturist 1200 is superb for professional use. It's extremely well-built and offers versatile performance. It's ideal for making silky-smooth purees for soups and smoothies and easily processes tough ingredients like nuts and ice cubes. It can hot blend and offers a wide range of speed settings to suit different recipes.
- Very well-built.
- Hot blends.
- Loud.
Changelog
- Updated Feb 20, 2026: We converted this review to Test Bench 1.0.1. We've added a result for Portable in the Dimensions section to indicate whether the blender has a built-in battery for cordless use.
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Updated Oct 21, 2024:
We've updated the results to more accurately reflect the blender's performance. The score for Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) processing changed from 10 to 7.5 because of the blending time. The score for Crushed Ice preparation changed from 8.5 to 9.0.
- Updated Aug 09, 2024: The 20oz and 8oz jars that came with our unit have been recalled, so we updated the review to reflect the blender's performance with only the 64oz jar. The score for fibrous ingredients (small batches) has changed.
- Updated May 09, 2023: Compared its performance for nut butter with that of the Vitamix Propel 510.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The Vitamix V1200 comes in black, white, slate, or red. Our unit came with a 20oz jar and an 8oz jar. However, both jars and the blade assembly were recalled and aren't available anymore. Our results are valid for the blender with the 64oz jar only.
We tested it in 'White,' and you can see the label for the unit we tested here. If you come across another variant, let us know in the comments, and we'll update our review.
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The Vitamix Venturist V1200 is a full-size blender that comes with a 64oz jar. Its build quality is a step up from other Vitamix blenders we've tested and is closer in feel to the Vitamix 7500. Like 'Ascent Series' blenders like the Vitamix A2500, it's also compatible with an app that offers blending programs. It works with 'Ascent Series' accessories, so you can buy another personal jar and various pitchers for different purposes, like frothing milk.
For other options, check out our lists of the best blenders, the best Vitamix blenders, and the best blenders for smoothies.
The Vitamix A3500 is better than the Vitamix Venturist V1200. The A3500 crushes ice faster and makes better nut butter. It's better for processing fibrous ingredients for smoothies and soups, especially in small batches. It's also significantly quieter. On the other hand, the V1200 is a bit sturdier.
The Vitamix Venturist V1200 is a bit better than the Vitamix A2500. The Venturist offers a slightly better performance for crushing ice, making nut butter, and processing fibrous ingredients for smoothies or soups. It's a bit sturdier. Unfortunately, though, it's louder than the A2500.
The Vitamix Venturist V1200 and the Vitamix 7500 are very similar. However, a few design features set the Venturist apart, including a programmable timer and a clear lid for the main jar. The 7500 is significantly quieter.
The Vitamix Venturist V1200 and the Vitamix Venturist Pro are variants with small differences in controls and features. They share a fantastic build quality and a versatile performance. The V1200 has a programmable timer onboard, while the Pro only offers that feature via its companion app. However, the Pro is quieter when it's running.
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