breville 800jexl vs vitamix: anyone used either or both of these?
499998
hm - check out the reviews on the Vitamix. i was seriously considering the Vitamix a couple weeks ago and the reviews turned me away from buying it. i will probably buy this model because of the rave reviews here on Amazon ... one important consideration is that the Vitamix is a "blender" with a thick product whereas we are looking for a "juicer" that will separate the bulk/fiber from the nutrients.
2176089
Pricewise , it is about a 1/3 the cost of a Vitamix. I use it on a daily basis and it has performed very well and does just about everything as well as the more expensive Vitamix. The unit has sufficient power to make many of the Vitamix recipes with no problem. I feel that the unit performs as well as its more expensive, higher priced cousin. I believe the Vitamix has a lifetime warranty. I would rather save the few hundred dollars and get similar results utilizing the HeathMaster Elite.
637171
I have the Vitamix 5200. I wouldn't buy anything else. It is the absolute best on the market. I'm not sure what the difference is between the 5200 and the 5300. I recommend you research that carefully and fully as I did prior to purchasing the 5200.
1501251
Breville 800xl's are the best there is at the price point. Invariably in my experience the output suddenly drops and no amount of cleaning or adjusting resolves the issue. Sometimes its a year or more-sometimes nine months. Customer service is all but useless. Answer has been to buy or exchange for a new machine--I'm on my fourth.
920755
I've never owned a Vitamix. I chose the BlendTec on the recommendation of friends who had a Vitamix first and then a BLendTec and prefer the BlendTec. The reasons they gave me were that the BlendTec does not need the food to be "pushed" like the Vitamix and they found it easier to get mixtures out and to clean up. They also recommended getting the BlendTec Wild Side jar, which I did and it's great!
1490613
I make smoothies every week - a full 64 oz. plus each time - and I set the dial to utilize the "smoothie" function then run it 2 or 3 times (probably overkill on my part!). To date I've experienced zero problems with this machine; no overheating, no stalls. If you DO exceed the blenders capacity to mix evenly, Oster includes a handy "plunger" to free up the mix. Vitamix incorporates a similar tool but you will need to use it regularly if you opt for the $$$ Vitamix. Frankly, the VERSA is, so far, the better blender.
2281580
I have both. The Vitamix is gathering dust. Sure it can make soup... like 1 recipe (all the other ones require prep work like steam something first, who wants that). SO for the 99% of the job, making smoothies, this is 90% as powerful and will crush ice and frozen foods just like a Vitamix. The only downside is size. We almost always use the 1 Collossal cup and we fill it up way past the limit line. But it wont' make as much as a Vitamix if you plan on making smoothies for 4 people. BUT the upside is the speed of cleaning. It actually might be faster and easier to just make 2 smoothies vs cleaning the vitamix. So go get it, if you haven't already. And don't get the 600, get the 900. I have both. The Vitamix is gathering dust. Sure it can make soup... like 1 recipe (all the other ones require prep work like steam something first, who wants that). SO for the 99% of the job, making smoothies, this is 90% as powerful and will crush ice and frozen foods just like a Vitamix. The only downside is size. We almost always use the 1 Collossal cup and we fill it up way past the limit line. But it wont' make as much as a Vitamix if you plan on making smoothies for 4 people. BUT the upside is the speed of cleaning. It actually might be faster and easier to just make 2 smoothies vs... » Read More I have both. The Vitamix is gathering dust. Sure it can make soup... like 1 recipe (all the other ones require prep work like steam something first, who wants that). SO for the 99% of the job, making smoothies, this is 90% as powerful and will crush ice and frozen foods just like a Vitamix. The only downside is size. We almost always use the 1 Collossal cup and we fill it up way past the limit line. But it wont' make as much as a Vitamix if you plan on making smoothies for 4 people. BUT the upside is the speed of cleaning. It actually might be faster and easier to just make 2 smoothies vs cleaning the vitamix. So go get it, if you haven't already. And don't get the 600, get the 900. « Show Less
231512
They are fairly similar in most aspects (my in-laws have Cuisinart) and both work well. I believe the pre-set temperature settings are slightly different but not significantly. One thing I prefer on a revile is that temperature setting buttons are on base and not handle. The labels on the buttons on the Cuisinart handle wear off fairly quickly due to handling. Base on Breville is slightly larger which has obvious pros and cons. I also feel (with no proof) that the Breville has a slightly better balance when held and full. Basically it is a few small things that make me prefer the Breville, but both do the job reliably and effectively.
1957910
Sure. The Vitamix costs probably five times as much. This is much more cost effective if all you want a machine for is the frappes.
2178451
The 800BLXL has a stronger motor (1,000W) and a removable blade assembly. We appreciate the stronger motor when making smoothies with frozen fruit. And the blade assembly allows easier cleanup. This blender also has a larger pitcher, which we really appreciate. We have had ours quite awhile and use it regularly. It is an impressive blender. We are very pleased.
1013362
We went for the 840 Infuser, I read a lot of reviews and having a stand alone grinder of good quality is better all round than having one in the machine.I'm sorry to say I haven't found a grinder that I like, so I grind in the store with a professional grinder, I'm not prepared to pay for a professional grinder (yet).Plus the infuser is idiot proof and it makes great coffee, time after time. I do feel it needs cleaning more often than our last Breville but I'm ok with that.
1363174
I have recent models of both and use them for different purposes, pretty much every day. In the Genius m/w, I cook, steam, make popcorn, reheat coffee, thaw stuff--in other words, use it like a stove top. In the t/o (Breville, highly recommended) I bake, make toast, broil and roast, and dehydrate--oven stuff. It felt like overkill when I first got them both (my old ones died within a short time of each other), but I must say I use all the features of both.
1552174
I was not happy with the hand blender and ended up purchasing the Breville stand mixer. I felt the Bamix was difficult to clean and change attachments. My honest opinion,
1367776
Here's a nice comparison for those thinking about getting this or a Vitamix. I found it useful.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI0PEviX0qg
659410
I got juice with bits of greens all through it. They stick to your teeth and gums in the most unpleasant way. I went to costco and got a vitamix for about $100 more than the ninja 1100. It is so worth the extra money, and comes with a 7 year warranty. I tend to be frugal but in this case you get what you pay for.
2281581
There are about 20 different VitaMix models ($250 - $700). VitaMix has a MUCH better warranty and you get what you pay for. I bought the NB 900 anyway because for the $100 net cost it's a great starter and I'll research the many other juicers before spending big bucks.
384811
Good luck...I returned this piece of junk and finally got a Vitamix! If you are into blending hearty veggies like those (as I am), then you should invest in a Vitamix or Blendtec. You won't regret it! :)