Vitamix 5200 vs VX1

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Vitamix 5200
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Our Verdict

Vitamix 5200

Vitamix VX1

The Vitamix VX1 and the Vitamix 5200 are closely related blenders, with the VX1 effectively serving as a modernized take on the much-loved 5200. Both share the same 64-ounce jar design and rely on a manual speed dial without smart features or extensive presets. The VX1 adds a few small upgrades, including a self-cleaning program, and runs noticeably quieter. The 5200, on the other hand, has a longer power cord with built-in cord storage underneath the base, which keeps your countertop tidier. 

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Variants

  • Vitamix 5200 (Black)
  • Vitamix 5200 (Red)
  • VX1 (Black)

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Main Differences for
Multi-Purpose

Threshold 

0.10

Multi-Purpose 
 

9.0
8.7

Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) 
 

9.4
8.6

Build Quality 
 

9.0
8.0

Full Comparison

Design

Dimensions 
 

Box Picture 
 

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Blender Type 
 

Full Size Blender
Full Size Blender

Portable 
 

No
No

Height 
 

20.2" (51.4 cm)
19.6" (49.8 cm)

Width  

6.9" (17.6 cm)
7.2" (18.2 cm)

Depth  

9.4" (24.0 cm)
9.2" (23.3 cm)

Weight 
 

11.2 lbs (5.1 kg)
9.9 lbs (4.5 kg)

Shaft Length (Immersion Blenders) 
 

N/A
N/A

Build Quality 
 

9.0
8.0

Build Quality Picture 
 

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Feet 
 

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Jar Capacity 
 

9.0
9.0

Main Jar Capacity 
 

64.0 oz (1,893 ml)
64.0 oz (1,893 ml)

Additional Jar Capacity 
 

N/A
N/A

Jar/Beaker Materials 
 

Jar Picture 
 

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Optional Jar Picture 
 

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Jar/Beaker Material 
 

BPA-Free Plastic
BPA-Free Plastic

Dishwasher Safe 
 

No
Yes

Blades 
 

Blades Picture 
 

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Blade Type 
 

Sharp
Sharp

Blade Count 
 

4
4

Removable 
 

No
No

Dishwasher Safe 
 

No
No

Lid 
 

Lid Picture 
 

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Two-Part Lid 
 

Yes
Yes

Lid Closing Type 
 

Friction
Friction

Power Cord  

Cable Picture 
 

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Stow-Away Compartment 
 

Yes
No

Cord Length 
 

5.9 ft (1.8 m)
3.6 ft (1.1 m)

In The Box  

Bundle Picture 
 

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Performance

Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) 
 

9.3
9.3

Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) Photo 
 

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Jar Used 
 

Main Jar
Main Jar

Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) Video  

Fibrous Ingredients Processing 
 

6.5
6.5

Fibrous Ingredients Texture 
 

10
10

Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) 
 

9.4
8.6

Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) Photo 
 

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Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) Video  

Jar Used  

Main Jar
Main Jar

Fibrous Ingredients Processing 
 

7.0
7.0

Fibrous Ingredients Texture 
 

10
9.0

Crushed Ice 
 

8.9
8.9

Crushed Ice Photo 
 

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Crushed Ice Video  

Crushed Ice Preparation 
 

8.5
8.5

Crushed Ice Texture 
 

9.0
9.0

Nut Butter 
 

9.3
8.9

Nut Butter Picture 
 

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Nut Butter Video  

Nut Butter Preparation 
 

9.0
8.0

Nut Butter Texture 
 

9.5
9.5

Noise 
 

6.1
7.6

Noise @ Max Speed 
 

96.6 dB
90.5 dB

Noise Video  

Blade Speed 
 

Min Speed 
 

1,400 RPM
1,400 RPM

Power 
 

1,380 W
1,440 W

Max Speed 
 

22,500 RPM
21,600 RPM

Speed Adjustment Based On Jar Type 
 

No
No
Ease Of Use

Controls And Programs 
 

Control Panel 
 

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On/Off Switch 
 

Yes
Yes

Speed Presets 
 

0
0

Hot Blending 
 

Yes
Yes

Speed Dial 
 

Yes
Yes

Pulse/Turbo Mode 
 

Yes
Yes

Programs 
 

0
1

Blending Time Indicator 
 

No
No

Programmable Timer 
 

No
No

Cleaning 
 

7.5
7.0

Self-Cleaning Video  

Cleaning Video  

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