Vitamix A2500 review: Is it worth the hype?
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- Опубликовано: 28 май 2018
- The Vitamix is one seriously hyped-up blender. Every cooking show and food blogger seems to have the so-called top-of-the-line machine. But is it really worth the hype? We tested out the Vitamix Ascent A2500 model (which goes for around $750) with three challenges to see how it measured up compared to a regular, household blender. (For those of you who are curious, it's a KitchenAid model that goes for around $150-$200). Do you have a Vitamix? Tell us what you think about it in the comments below.
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My mom handed down her Vitamix to me after +10 years. I handed it down to my daughter after +5 years. My daughter is still using it after +4 years. These things are built to last for several family generations.
I have a vita mix that I've had for 17 years. You might want to factor that in if your looking for an appliance that isn't disposable.
Exactly. I've had my Vitamix since 2008. I'll add they have a much longer warranty than other brands as well (because they stand by their products).
@@cherylynl.tompkins7049 Yes, I've had mine for like 15 years. I'm a fan and if this one ever kicks it I'll get another.
You do not need to hold the cover on a Vitamix while blending. When making a smoothie, first add enough liquid to cover blades, blend, then add ice at end of blend if desired.
will the machine feels or get hot after blending? Thank you
@@akoj3262 I use mine regularly and it doesn’t get hot at all. It’s actually able to be used nearly nonstop per the company. It’s way, way over engineered.
It's important to read the instructions first 😁
I just got my 5300 today and I made a smoothie to start and it was a blast.
Yogurt, almond milk, 2 dates, pits removed, 1 banana, frozen strawberries, frozen cherries and blend! No tamper required when you add enough liquids and put the softer bits at the bottom!
I only discovered Vitamix when my last department store blender just wasn’t doing the job. I ended up getting the A2500 and it was worth every cent, the quality is spectacular, powerful machine. I can grind 4 lbs of tomatoes etc for gazpacho in 60 seconds one batch and there’s no worry about it “walking” away like the machine it replaced. I have watched many videos to get a feel for how and what to do. Once you have that down pat, you’ll swear by the machine, it’s a work horse.
What is your reason for holding down a lid that clearly has clips on the side to secure it as CLOSED!
Experience.
She wants to hug it, just like I hug mine all the time. :-)
@@peterw3160 More like inexperience but she it was new to her, I'm sure she's much more confident with it by now.....hopefully. She prob turns it on and walks away now☺️
Old habit acquired from working with cheap blenders that are made in east Asia
Yeah, you don't have to do that. Clearly she doesn't know how to test something like this great machine.
The smoothie was definitely your fault. A bit more liquid, and you'd have a better consistency, not to mention it would smash that kale to oblivion!
The smoothie outcome was your fault for not adding enough liquid, there's a recipe book that tells you the amount and order to put your ingredients.
Gotta agree with many of the other commenters, terrible review.
Asha just what I was going to say. She needs to watch blending with henry on you tube and learn how to use her Vitamix.You can get the A2500 for way less money than what you said. www.amazon.com/Vitamix-A2500-Professional-Grade-Low-Profile-Container/dp/B01N4HPIYR/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1543545548&sr=8-3&keywords=vitamix+a2500
@@johnbarton6648 ditto. And she didn't get her machines right. It's the 3300, not the 2500 that's $600 to $700. This machine is like $519 brand-new and not refurbished.
I just watch a vitamix instructional video and no one added liquid so..m it's the machine
@@NyleveEiramLofasm It's not the machine or liquid. It's the fact that she put frozen fruit (ice) AND ice.
Oh we forgot to turn it on....
Me:wtf is this
"professional" reviewer has clearly missed one of the biggest points of the vitamix and that is the warranty. store bought blenders are simply unreliable. vitamix will last you a generation.
Kevin Schart if I buy a vitamix ay the store, does it still come with a warranty that last years. ? Or only from the official site. ?
the warranty should be valid from the date of purchase from any retailer (amazon, bestbuy etc.)
Nice job. Few tips, you don't need to hold the vitamix, once it gets going you can walk away, hence the presets function. you need to load it from liquids,soft,harder then ice. Your smoothie ratio recipe was off( looks like too much frozen to liquid) . Finally you can get a much cheaper model vitamix or a reconditioned one for aroud $300.
I just checked the official site and reconditioned is still CAN$449. That's a hefty bite from the wallet.
but the health benefits will make up for it in the long run (unless your only doing milkshakes and margaritas, lol)
LMAO... This just goes to show that everyone wants a ferrari but not everyone can handle one....
Razial, I wish I'd read your comment ahead of my response. You summed up my sentiments perfectly. I say, don't downgrade a product because you don't understand how to use it.
So, would you kindly illustrate us how could have she got a three times better smoothie from a three times more expensive blender?
Exactly! She even forgot to turn it on! 😂
@@Albertojedi bro your inside vitamix group preaching how good the machine is lol im confused
Ck out my review Vitamix ruclips.net/video/HDCtJBwc1WI/видео.html
Love my Vitamix, highly recommended! I replaced my KA food processor and KA blender.
I have had Vitamix for the past 10 years and it works like a charm. Sometime back we had trouble with the knob and the company fixed it without any charge and replace the jar in which we dropped a spoon by mistake. Love mine and it is worth it.
I love my Vitamix. I just upgraded from a 5200 to the A2500. You forgot to mention that the containers can go into the dishwasher. It does so much more than what and how you presented it.
Did you feel like you upgraded? I’ve had the 5200 since 2008 and I’m thinking about this one
@@derrickspeaks9775 Yes and No. I bought a 5200 off of Ebay because I missed mine so much. I never had problems making peanut butter as I do in the new one. I think the container design is not as good as the old style one. I like the timer feature but other than that, save your money. The only thing I am happy I bought was the aer disc container. Love it.It works on the older machines
@pamelasertich9850 It's a wider container so you have to add more ingredients to get it to blend properly. They do make a smaller 48 ounce container for it, but that's extra money. I bought the 5300 so all my 5000's containers will fit it. It all worked out well, even traded in the old 5000 base motor for credit when I bought the 5300😊
Poor presentation of the vitamix, you're clearly trying to down grade a well-known product that's been around for years 👎
Agree
Agreed.. Learn how to fully use something before you review. Had one for years with no complaints
Bullshit. Every time it it struggled she made excuses. What was the so called bargain Bender she used. It seemed to DOA pretty good job.
Agreed, I have a 750 Pro for 5 years now, never had any problems to do a smoothie.
Exactly i want this blender so bad
There was not enough liquid for mixing. Going by my experience. I never had to use the tamper for mixing for smoothies.
Is it worth it? Yes it is! I have made everything from smoothies to soups to cashew sauce and flax meal. Works great. Best investment. I recommend it to anyone looking for a good blender that lasts.
Is it Normal that the container becomes warm when it makes smoothie?
Ysa Ch. Yes. It can become warm.
I think the secret is that the blades in the vitamix aren't sharp, so they pulverize rather than chop the food. America's Test Kitchen consistently ranks one of the less expensive Vitamixes (legacy model with a taller, thinner container) at the top of their list. It's about half the price of this model.
Love my vitamix, it juices without waste and blends to perfection. The 2500i is the one i own. would highly recommend it!
If you would have followed the directions and put in a cup of liquid first: the vitamix would have rewarded you with a unbelievably smooth creation beyond compare!
I agree! I have a vitamix and have had it for about 6 years. She messed the smoothie completely up and didn't know what she was doing. The vitamix mix will destroy smoothies if you use the correct amount of liquid. Nice video though.
I've had my Vitamix for 10+ years. Absolutely worth it.
Thank You- really enjoyed your review. And your personality. Very helpful.
Now that the new instapot blender is out for less than $100, I'd be curious if you might redo this test using that vs the Vitamix
Awesome video. I feel really inclined to buy this. That peanut butter!!! Delicious.
I bought an E310 on sale for $299 and it's so good even though it's a little smaller than the others. Heck with that Kitchen Aid blender for $200.
Hi! I recently bought the reconditioned new "A2500" model at a great price online on Black Friday (I didn't received it yet!), but now I hesitate because the reconditioned "Standard Programs" is currently also at a great price ($30 lower than the reconditioned "A2500"). Both seem to have the same features (3 preset programs), but the A2500 is more "techno". The jars are also different and that's what makes me the most hesitant, because the jar of the Standard Programs seems more practical for small blend. Do you have a preference? Thank you :)
Sarah Doublali - don't be afraid of a certified refurbished model Vitamix.. I've had mine for 10.5 years - a refurb. My mother also got a refurb 9 years ago that she abused terribly (not following instructions). Because she was still in her 5 year warranty period (yes, refurbs come with 5 years), she called them up. They had her send it in. In less than a week (she's in Ohio as are they so. . . ) they sent her a new one, shipping paid both ways. Also, on the standard vs the techno version - you are talking a difference of only $30 (now, if that's actually a budget buster, definitely switch them). The techno version jars a a great feature (pricy though). Unlike the standard edition, you'll be able to expand capabilities for years to come. The Perfect Blend app and scale adds even more capabilities to the smart series Vitamixes.
Mine was refurb as well. I've had it for 7 years now. I am a Vitamix advocate. They should be paying me😂😂The first piece of equipment that does what it says it does
Excellent video! Thanks so much for including a small clip of mine on the bottom right @0:29. 😁❤️🙏🏾
Blending With Henry because of you brother and LIFE is NOYOKE I changed my ninja pro 😂 and got vitamix a2500 😎🥂🎉 never going back.
Right on Peter!!! Thanks for the nice feedback. I love the A2500!
Not excellent at all! Loading up the frozen first while making a smoothie was her fault and the smoothie did not blend properly. The Vitamix is a more than capable machine in the hands of people who follow instructions and have a little sense.
Excellent video ? Really ? She doesn't even know how to do a proper smoothie. That was a waste of time watching this. ^^ (Your videos are great btw ;) )
Perhaps you should follow the directions and watch the CD that comes with your Vitamix and follow a recipe for your smoothies.
cant really watch a CD, haha
@@petebutler5139 Yeah you can. You can store video on CD also.
She did not use the ice desert function!! Ck out my review Vitamix ruclips.net/video/HDCtJBwc1WI/видео.html
Way too much ice in that smoothie. You also failed to mention that the blades run at approximately 240 miles per hour which intern breaks the cell walls of the vegetables and fruits that you were making a smoothie out so the body can better break down the nutrients. The other cheap blenders are not going to do this. Not to mention the warranty and customer service if you need it.
Good video. Bought it! Thank you.
Great vid, if you want you’re smoothie work well, you shouldn’t add too much „ice“, while the frozen strawberrys you added count as ice as well. Aaaand you have to put in the softer ingredients first and then the harder ones, again the frozen strawberries. And in this case the ice cubes are too much ice, therefore you’re smoothie was more of a mash pulpy thing😄
Why did you not start off with the first speed with the Lower cost blender like how you did it for the vitamix?
Same thing I does say with their reviews... seems like they just advertising falsely...
Fun seeing Derek from Simnett Nutrition pop up at 0:30 - and yes I would call him a fanatic
I have this blender and I love it. Only problem is that it's loud af. But with the power it has it's expected
They do have more expensive one that comes in a clear chamber -that makes it silent. Ck out my vitamix review ruclips.net/video/HDCtJBwc1WI/видео.html
Try comparing to Ninja for $49. I made delicious walnut butter in the 16 oz. size in a minute or two (a few tablespoons just for myself), and I make kale, blueberry, yogurt and coconut water smoothies daily in the larger blender that has three stacks of blades. Use frozen berries and you do not need ice. Easy to clean and store.
Ninja is junk compared to vitamix
I would be curious to know if you are saying this 3 years down the road.
@@Lyme70
I have a 13 year old institutional vitamix I did move the blade assembly into a bpa free jug. built like a tank. I have had to replace the coupler on the blender once. cost about 5 bucks. I bought mine on ebay cheap. It was well used when I got it in 2005
@@dizzyswimmer mine is almost 11! Because I'm a gadget fein and there was a hot sale combined with points, I upgraded to a Vitamix a3300 for the extended container family and other smart capabilities. While I tend to prefer my workhorse appliances to be strong, durable, but dumb, this was almost the same price as a "dumb" Vitamix with the sales and all. 😂😂 My 11 year may need some minor service, just now in it's life. But it's far from done. I chewed up a stainless steel spoon in there (all bent, nicked and warped) about 9 years ago. While the spoon took a good beating, the 5200 kept on roaring without issue for another decade. And I like very thick smoothies/sorbets/shakes and have ground all sorts of things. So. . I don't know about this Ninja stuff. 😂😂😂😂 I've been through too many "good" blenders pre-Vitamix. If it ain't Vitamix or Blendtech, I'm pretty much not listening.
if you want sweet tasting smoothies you just need to add i/4 cup of strawberry jelly or jam. All stores Jamba juice and others know this that is life. it taste good for a reason
Theres a lot of hate in the comments. Personally I think it was a fair review. I love my vitamix, yes they are expensive, yes the new models are overpriced hype, but my refurbished 3500 I only paid $200 for and never looked back.
I think you would have better results with the smoothie if you redid it properly.
I've had the 5200 for over 5 years. Very satisfied with it. Damn thing is a beast! Just learn how to use it RIGHT and you will have no problems!
I bought my Osterizer blender at least a dozen years ago for about $35. I make peanut butter in my Cuisinart food processor.
yeah? well my oster died in 6 months. vitamix is on the way
If you asked a person who didn't know how to drive to test drive a Ferrari you would have poor results. Vitamix provides very clear instructions on how to layer ingredients for effective blending and you didn't follow. The same power and blending results also come with other Vitamix blenders at much lower price points - pretty obvious you're just trying to dissuade people from buying.
Mine is the old 3600 and is still mixing, I like it because It has a reverse and if stuff starts getting stuck you bump the reverse and it fees it up. Vitamix are expensive but for a few exceptions they last pretty much forever. I bought it used over 20 years ago and it still works but 750 bucks is a lot of money, you will need another stimulus check from the feds to buy that one.
The Vitamix is worth it. First 750 pro bought had issues as coupling shredded and motor almost burn up. Blade was seized from factory? Return it and tried the newer revision with wider jar and haven't had a issue since, had it for 5 years and upgraded and ended up selling it for almost the same price I paid for it. Now have the A3500 and use it pretty much daily lately to make my birds food and my green smoothies. I hated the clear plastic jar at first on the new a3500, as almost was going to get another 750 pro, but grown to like it better as did get use to it. If you do get the Assent series buy the Vitamix Ascent Series 48-Ounce Self-Detect Wet Blender Container. I think they sure bundle this jar instead of the 64 Ounce Jar with the blender. The 48 ounce Jar is my go to as do smaller batches.
Peanuts taste like peanut butter. What are the odds?
Say what 🤯
We eat so much peanut butter and almond butter that I am saving the amount of plastic waste on the planet by making my own in my vitamix. I use it for everything.
you should re-do the video but this time get the smart scale and the blending app.... you couldn't mess up then ....
What makes you think she is capable of following directions from an app, let alone properly using a scale?
Nice review! Did you have any problems with this blender?
Not me. My 2nd purchase. Ck out my review Vitamix ruclips.net/video/HDCtJBwc1WI/видео.html
Vitamix sells blenders a third the price of the one you reviewed with the same power and features, just less automation. You're also buying durability.
any other uses for the tamper ?
Can you please help me i am between vitamix ascent 2500 and 3500??
Which is more durable and better ?
Kristian čačić internals are identical for all home vitamix models. Just get one with variable speed dial. 5200, or the newer e310/e320. A few different names for them as different sellers like costco wanted unique names/model numbers. Mine is the turboblend vs, but is identical, even the look, to the 5200.
Get the 2500 if your torn between the 2. Really you could get the 2300. You are paying about $100 to move up from the 2300 to 2500 to gain 3 pre-procrammed settings. You are paying $150 between the 2500 and 3300 just to now have touch screen and programmable timer. That is not worth it to me. Otherwise, all of the Vitamix Ascent series is exactly the same. If you like pre programmed settings, pair any of the blenders in the Ascent series (a2300, a2500, a3300, a3500) with the Perfect Blend scale and app and you add 17 pre programmed settings just like that (I got the scale refurbed for $60 and the app is free).
Both are durable and better. Save your money and get the 2500 and call it a day. All you are paying an extra $100-plus for is a digital touch screen an 5 programs.
Best Machine , I ever own, And still own.
Just Buy, Biolomix and Vecelo 2200 Watt Professional Blenders are a Vitamix dupe or alternative that works better for 1/4 of the cost. Most of the above blenders cost around 100 dollars or less.
Ok OK, take my money, buying one.
Our Vitamix is over 20 years old and just now having an issue on the variable speed that can probably be fixed. But since we've used it for this long, we are trading it in with VVitamix and are getting a new one. Worth the investment to us. :D
the peanut butter is pink?
Thats why their is a tamper
Compare the warranties, if you really want to understand the price difference. The Vitamix A2500 carries a 10-yr full warranty. The KitchenAid 5-Speed Diamond Series carries a 1-yr full, 5-yr limited (and I'm sure the "limited" will be so limited as to not be of any value). Even re-conditioned, the A2500, selling on Amazon, carries a 5-yr full warranty. If your finances are limited, then the KitchenAid will be a fine choice.
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Another thing to add is the rentability! making frozen smoothies and 5 minutes soups in a convencional blender, I want to see how many time endures. My vitamix has 10 years warranty . But as you know in your case, "ignorance is a bless"
It’s the deal of the day on amazon right now
These things can be found on sale for $300-$350 new. So, yes, it is worth it.
You put WAY to much ice in that smoothie...u dont need any liquid with a vitamix u need a small scoop of ice and fruit thats it!
The cheapest reconditioned one was this and it was $400 in sgd ouch but I’m begging my mum to buy for me cause I love ice cream, putting frozen fruits in without water (mine broke because of that), make nut butter. I want to make my own peanut butter so badly since I wanna be more healthy. Organic Peanut butter are all from overseas here so it’s pricy
Hi thanks for this totally hilarious review, it was not only extremely useful and well thought, but quite entertaining! You are a pleasure to watch !
Just got my Explorian (refurbished) for bargain price a little over $200. I am so psyched and happy. I have no idea how I even survived without it! I've been vegan (with severe dairy allergy) going on 14 yrs now. I've gone thru at least 3 machines! Just buy it instead of your next machine--you won't be sorry!
Nonsense i want this blender so so bad
I've just purchased a Duronic blender via Amazon UK. Very similar style to the Vitamix, comes with a tamper. It's a 1500 way motor, makes cashew butter in minutes, totally impressed, hummus, energy balls and really lovely smoothies. BPA free jug. And cost me £75. 😁
As stated in my favorite cartoon, The Regular Show, "Check that grammar bro!" If I heard you correctly, EVISCERATE means to disembowel or deprive. Try EMULSION. Its also a cooking term.
When making the smoothie I think she added the ingredients in the wrong order. I would have put the ice in first (at the bottom).
Yes, that's correct. Vitamix actually recommends that one should put the heaviest to lightest items in order. If this is done, you shouldn't have to use the tamper and it will come out silky smooth.
Im buying one so yea its worth it.
Ck out my review Vitamix ruclips.net/video/HDCtJBwc1WI/видео.html
@@MacCurtisHolisticHealthTalk already got it too late 😂
You needed to add liquid into the smoothie. Like minimum half a cup.
What about rice to rice flour?
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what country made this blender device machine
bestamerica - the product is made in Cleveland, OH.
@@Lyme70
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hi L...
thank...
better right is = MADE IN AMERICA =
The 10 year warranty free shipping both ways
Get the A2300 instead. It is the most basic model with 10 year warranty. Anything higher in price and model number, and you are just paying for extra features such as timer pre-settings and buttons. It is more expensive because it has a rpm power that is 16 times stronger than a lower-end blender. You can make your own nut butters, soups, nut milks, ice creams and smoothies without or less sodium, sugar, additives and preservatives. Lastly, the ascent series is an updated system with accessories that are more compatible with each other than any past series. You can get the dry container to make flours instead of nut butters. It comes in a smaller wet container, single serve container for on the go and 8 ounce container for spices, coffee or baby food. These are points that were missed in the video.
Also, watching infomercials or roadshow demos on youtube is a basic resource on operating the vitamix more creatively and efficiently.
Though I'd like the 5 minute soups I also prefer not to heat my smoothies too much.
TSUKU YOMI use ice ontop
Next time, when comparing price you might want to mention Certified Reconditioned. Much less money.
What is the horse power for the vitamix and the lower cost blender? You are comparing tomatoes with potatoes not apple to apple and make sure the apple skin is the same color and same kind. Hope that will help you further your broad cast. I was driving and I didn’t want to touch my phone but it made me want to just throw my phone out the window because of you.
so cute !! ..machine 😏
recently bought brand new A2300 =430$ CAD +tx
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-gudd value + 10 yrs warranty
-all other 100$+ blenders broke at the blade attachment area within a year of purchase ; easily wasted several hundreds dollars within a few short years ¡¡
When making soup you don’t have to put your hand on the blender and stand there you can walk away if you want
Your smoothie didn't turn out because you made it wrong. You have to have a little liquid in there as well. Also, you always put your leafy products first and all your frozen goods at the very top so the blades are spinning nice and fast by the time the strawberries and I said them.
I haven’t liked vitamix since they copied blendtech’s carafe style. I took mine back. I now have a 99.00 Ace 60 by Instant Pot that has a glass carafe, instead of plastic. I love my 99.00 one better, it even has a heater and can cook soup.
You made peanut butter with vitamix but you didn't give it more time being oily and creamy. Also I clean it with hot water and it was easy to be cleaned. You should put soup dish and then turn it on to clean it.
Nice try
not a glass mixing jug at £400.00 plus is a total dealbreaker for me if it aint made of glasss you are going to get plastic in your food.
waaaaa!
The key to using a sophisticated blender, no different than a Ceado E37S and ECM Synchronika is practicing with it until you get it right. Don't take phone calls while experimenting. You brought in baseball to your presentation. Well, Perfect practice makes perfect. My son could tell you that. But here is the scoop. If you want to be as good as Thomas Keller, You need to experiment all the way to making your own menu that you can charge like Thomas Keller at $300 a visit and a 1 year waiting list to a wonderful revelation. You are entering a world of making people happy with food.
You’re funny! Soup: tastes the same....but it’s not hot 🙄🙄😂😂
5:48 😍😍😍
You don't need to hold on to the lid!!! I am a Vitamix Demonstrator and you did not show Vitamix well. I think you should get to know a machine and do your research before you start reviewing anything actually. There's a recipe book that shows you exactly how to use the Vitamix properly.
You wouldn't need the tamper if it shipped with the more efficient sized 48 oz container like it should.
Costco has the vitamix for $300 right now!!!
the smoothie was your fault. The kale was supposed to go in before the frozen strawberries
Vitamix was not invented in the '30's. The first model was released in 1949!
This lady must be a Ninja blender fan.
Ck out my review Vitamix ruclips.net/video/HDCtJBwc1WI/видео.html
Fuck yes. The best blender in the universe!
I have a Ninja professional blender and I dont need a wand thingy to blend or crush anything. Vitamix is over 700 dollars that don't work.
When she said “a week worth of salary” I relay hurt my thirdworldness
You also did not add the ingredients in the right order or enough liquid. That particular smoothie mixture should never have required a tamper. Also, you would have been more convincing (seeing that you've admitted not being a good cook) if you'd followed one of the recipes in the Vitamix or other blender's recipe book. I used to kill a $100 to $200 blender about every 18 months. I finally got tired of that and bought a refurbished unit from Vitamix. That was 10.5 years ago. I accidentally left a spoon in a smoothie mix. The spoon didn't fare so well, but the Vitamix still churns 9.5 years later. If you are only into light blending (like yogurtt, soft, unfrozen fruits without grainy textures and small seeds from time to time, a Vitamix is absolute overkill. But if you are really into the culinary, from chopping, to liquidy mixtures, to nut butters, frozen treats, to doughs, or hot soups, or just a seriously religious smoothie and juice nut, and/or the unit will be used pretty much regularly by or for a family (large portions and/or multiple users), you may get by with a Ninja, but i would recommend nothing less than a Vitamix or Blendtech for the best most consistent results and longevity. The new Vitamix like this series come with a 10 year warranty.
"I'm stupid...and I'm going to prove it."
Obviously you are not familiar with the instruction manual, you need the more soft ingridients on the base and enough liquid , the tamper is needed to give the blender no vacuum to work, that is what is for!!!
Vitamix is the best, bar none. Don't waste your money on the rest. The Vitamix will replace even the food processor. You can't beat the Vitamix.
Agree, Ck out my review Vitamix ruclips.net/video/HDCtJBwc1WI/видео.html
I quit watching when she said her homemade peanut butter tasted like store bought. Hard to believe anything after that.