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Blenders

Blender comparisons built from manufacturer specifications: motor power, container size, programs, footprint and warranty.

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Frozen fruit, greens and ice need power and the right container. Here is how four popular blenders compare on paper.

For families, container size and warranty matter.

A variable-speed classic with a 7-year warranty against a preset-driven Ninja with a bigger pitcher.

Same Vitamix power rating; the choice is jar size, height and warranty.

Entry Vitamix vs Ninja’s big-pitcher blender.

Shorter, lighter, preset-driven or single-serve: three blenders that beat the 5200 on at least one spec.

A manual, variable-speed blender with a tall container and one of the longest warranties in the category.

A budget full-size blender with one-touch programs and a big pitcher.

A shorter Vitamix with the same power rating and a smaller jar.

Check usable capacity, not just the printed maximum, and whether the jar is glass, Tritan or other plastic.

Longer motor warranties are a useful signal for heavy use like nut butters and frozen drinks.

Tall jars on bases may not fit under wall cabinets.

General guidance from manufacturer documentation. Always check the manual for your exact model. How we research.