I was debating on getting a Vitamix Blender as you can make plenty of smoothies and soups in it. Does anyone have one? Has it helped out at all after having surgery or hasn't really made a difference? Thanks for any input.

Edited January 25, 201511 yr by suitechicguy

Hey, I bought a Blendtec (same thing). Great blender, but the bottom line is, you're not gonna be blending everything for very long. So I only use it occasionally to make smoothies. The ads are enticing but they make it seems that you'll be blending all the time. Once you get to whole food, that's pretty much it. Can't really use it for Protein powders, as it creates way too much foamy froth.

I use mine mostly to make popsicles and smoothies. (be sure to use frozen fruit)

long story short......you can get away with a standard blender. - cheaper.

I love my vitamixer! I got mine a few years ago for Mothers day from my wonderful hubs. Love love love it! pureeing ANYTHING and making HOT Soup in the blender is a wonderful thing! Costo has them sometimes.

Thanks for the input. I caved in to QVC and I ordered one today lol I think I was just looking for a reason to get one lol. I do believe I will use it a lot through for a lot of different things. We will see.

I use mine to make hummus. And green smoothies as I have a hard time eating enough vegetables otherwise.

I use mine all the time. You won't regret spending the astronomical price for it. They are expensive, but they are worth every penny.

I bought the Nutribullet RX, and I love it especially if you want to eat apples and veggies. I found it works really well, I have not made any of the soups yet with it, but the smoothes are out of this world and it was only $199.00 at Bed Bath and Beyond. I am not on pre-op diet yet but am starting to use it to get ready for when that day comes.

Agreed. A vitamix is a wonderful thing. I plan to purchase one myself. However if you're only going to make smoothies or you don't cook, just buy a smoothie maker and save your cash.

I also have a nutribullet and I love it!! My whole family uses it now.