Ice and frozen drinks
NinjaProfessional Plus BN701
72 oz pitcher; 64 oz maximum liquidManual speeds and Auto-iQ presets
Worth knowing Fibrous smoothies may retain texture
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Choose what fits your everyday.A smaller jar with manual controls
VitamixE310 Explorian (Black)
48 oz18 in (manufacturer listing)
Worth knowing 48-ounce jar is smaller than the 5200’s
Check price at Amazon Read the detailsPreset blending cycles
BlendtecClassic 575 with WildSide+ jar (Black)
WildSide+ jar; follow marked fill limits5 speed buttons and pulse
Worth knowing Loud operation in the linked test
Check the model and package limitations in the details.
Check price at Blendtec Read the detailsLarger batches with manual control
Vitamix5200 (Black)
64 ozVariable speed plus high-speed switch
Worth knowing Tall assembled jar: measure overhead space
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| What matters to you | NinjaProfessional Plus BN701 | VitamixE310 Explorian (Black) | BlendtecClassic 575 with WildSide+ jar (Black) | Vitamix5200 (Black) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Who it suits | Consider for ice and frozen drinks | Consider for a smaller jar with manual controls | Consider for preset blending cycles | Consider for larger batches with manual control |
| A useful strength | Ice crushing performed well in the linked test | Smooth fibrous blends in the linked test | Smooth fibrous blends in the linked test | Smooth fibrous blends and thick mixtures in the linked test |
| A trade-off to consider | Fibrous smoothies may retain texture | 48-ounce jar is smaller than the 5200’s | Loud operation in the linked test | Tall assembled jar: measure overhead space |
| Specifications | ||||
| Container | 72 oz pitcher; 64 oz maximum liquid | 48 oz | WildSide+ jar; follow marked fill limits | 64 oz |
| Controls | Manual speeds and Auto-iQ presets | 10 variable speeds and pulse | 5 speed buttons and pulse | Variable speed plus high-speed switch |
| Cleaning | Dishwasher-safe pitcher and blades; follow manual | Blend warm water and dish soap; no cleaning preset | Not listed | Blend warm water and dish soap; follow jar instructions |
| Warranty | 1 year limited, manufacturer listing | Not listed | 2 years on current manufacturer offer | Not listed |
| Height | Not listed | 18 in (manufacturer listing) | Not listed | Not listed |
| Programs | Not listed | Not listed | Smoothie, clean, 60-second and 90-second cycles | Not listed |
| Evidence and availability | ||||
| Evidence | 2 linked sources | 2 linked sources | 2 linked sources; limitations noted below | 2 linked sources |
| Customer opinion | None yet | None yet | None yet | 1 first-hand reports |
| Can you still buy it | Listed by maker, checked 4 October 2026 | Still sold, checked 27 September 2026 | Listed by maker, checked 4 October 2026 | Still sold, checked 27 September 2026 |
Specifications come from the sources listed under each product. Check the retailer for the exact model, package and current details.
Consider for ice and frozen drinks
NinjaProfessional Plus BN701
Listed by maker
Checked 4 October 2026 against Ninja product page. Exact model is listed with a purchase option; delivery and checkout stock may vary.
A useful option when frozen drinks and larger cold batches matter more than very smooth leafy blends. Compare the 64-ounce liquid limit with the smaller jars here; nominal pitcher volume is not the same as usable liquid capacity.
What published sources say
2 linked sourcesRTINGS tested the dark-grey BN701. It found strong ice-crushing performance, but fibrous ingredients did not blend completely smooth. The removable blade assembly makes hand cleaning awkward, and this model is not intended for hot blending. Ninja distinguishes the 72-ounce pitcher size from its 64-ounce maximum liquid capacity.
Sources: RTINGS — BN701 hands-on test · Ninja — BN701 specifications
Reasons to consider
- Ice crushing performed well in the linked test
- Large pitcher with preset controls
- Dishwasher-safe pitcher and blades
Worth knowing
- Fibrous smoothies may retain texture
- Not for hot ingredients
- Sharp removable blades require care
All specifications
| Container | 72 oz pitcher; 64 oz maximum liquid |
|---|---|
| Controls | Manual speeds and Auto-iQ presets |
| Cleaning | Dishwasher-safe pitcher and blades; follow manual |
| Warranty | 1 year limited, manufacturer listing |
Source: https://www.sharkninja.com/ninja-professional-plus-blender-with-auto-iq/BN701.html
Customer reviews & price history Not available yet
We have not added customer-review summaries or recorded price history for this product. We searched Seasoned Advice (the cooking Stack Exchange) on 23 September 2026 for “Ninja blender” and the model code BN701 and found no first-hand report from an owner of this model. The summary above is based on the linked sources. Visit the retailer for current prices and customer reviews.
Consider for a smaller jar with manual controls
VitamixE310 Explorian (Black)
Still sold
Checked 27 September 2026 against Vitamix's own product page for the E310.
Choose around your actual batch size. The 48-ounce jar may suit smaller recipes, while the 5200 offers more capacity. Measure cabinet clearance; a smaller jar does not guarantee a low assembled height.
What published sources say
2 linked sourcesRTINGS tested the E310 with its 48-ounce jar and found it effective with fibrous ingredients and ice. Thick mixtures can leave residue around the fixed blades. A speed dial and pulse button provide manual control, without timed blending presets.
Sources: RTINGS — E310 with 48-ounce jar · Vitamix — E310 specifications
Reasons to consider
- Smooth fibrous blends in the linked test
- Manual speed dial and pulse button
Worth knowing
- 48-ounce jar is smaller than the 5200’s
- Thick residue around fixed blades takes attention to clean
All specifications
| Container | 48 oz |
|---|---|
| Height | 18 in (manufacturer listing) |
| Controls | 10 variable speeds and pulse |
| Cleaning | Blend warm water and dish soap; no cleaning preset |
Source: Vitamix E310 product page, checked 4 October 2026: https://www.vitamix.com/us/en_us/products/e310
Customer reviews & price history Not available yet
We have not added customer-review summaries or recorded price history for this product. We searched Seasoned Advice (the cooking Stack Exchange) on 23 September 2026 for “Vitamix” and “E310” and found no first-hand report from an owner of this model. The summary above is based on the linked sources. Visit the retailer for current prices and customer reviews.
Consider for preset blending cycles
BlendtecClassic 575 with WildSide+ jar (Black)
Listed by maker
Checked 4 October 2026 against Blendtec product page. Exact model is listed with a purchase option; delivery and checkout stock may vary.
About the evidence: The linked test is from an older production sample with a WildSide+ jar. The current package matches that jar type, but long-term reliability and later production changes are not verified.
Choose it if you prefer timed programmes and buttons to a dial. This comparison now uses the WildSide+ package to match the linked test. Confirm the jar and current warranty before buying.
What published sources say
2 linked sourcesRTINGS tested the Classic 575 with a WildSide+ jar and found smooth fibrous blends and effective ice crushing. Nut butter remained less smooth, and operation was loud. The current Blendtec offer includes the WildSide+ jar, button controls and four preset cycles; its page lists a two-year warranty.
Sources: RTINGS — Classic 575 with WildSide+ test · Blendtec — current Classic 575 offer
Reasons to consider
- Smooth fibrous blends in the linked test
- Preset cycles with a countdown
- Speed buttons and pulse
Worth knowing
- Loud operation in the linked test
- No variable-speed dial
- Current offer lists 2 years of warranty; older reviews may quote longer
All specifications
| Container | WildSide+ jar; follow marked fill limits |
|---|---|
| Controls | 5 speed buttons and pulse |
| Programs | Smoothie, clean, 60-second and 90-second cycles |
| Warranty | 2 years on current manufacturer offer |
Source: https://www.blendtec.com/products/classic-575?variant=41784521949354
Customer reviews & price history Not available yet
We have not added customer-review summaries or recorded price history for this product. We searched Seasoned Advice (the cooking Stack Exchange) on 23 September 2026 for “Blendtec” and “Blendtec 575” and found no first-hand report from an owner of this model. The summary above is based on the linked sources. Visit the retailer for current prices and customer reviews.
Consider for larger batches with manual control
Vitamix5200 (Black)
Still sold
Checked 27 September 2026 against Vitamix's own product page for the 5200.
A candidate if you regularly make larger batches and have sufficient counter clearance. Compare the smaller E310 when capacity is less important; include cleaning and storage in the decision.
What published sources say
2 linked sourcesRTINGS tested the 5200 with its 64-ounce jar and found strong results with fibrous ingredients, ice and nut butter. It uses manual speed control and has no timed programmes or dedicated pulse button. The tested jar was not dishwasher-safe.
Sources: RTINGS — 5200 with 64-ounce jar · Vitamix — 5200 package
Reasons to consider
- Smooth fibrous blends and thick mixtures in the linked test
- 64-ounce capacity with manual speed control
Worth knowing
- Tall assembled jar: measure overhead space
- No presets; follow the exact jar’s cleaning instructions
All specifications
| Container | 64 oz |
|---|---|
| Controls | Variable speed plus high-speed switch |
| Cleaning | Blend warm water and dish soap; follow jar instructions |
Source: Amazon listing for the tracked product, Sept 2026
Owner experience
1 report · Public cooking forum postAn owner who says they love the 5200 still avoids using it to make soup: the friction heating never brings the soup to a simmer, so it stays effectively raw and misses the depth that caramelising onions or slowly simmering vegetables gives.
How to read this report
Searched Seasoned Advice (the cooking Stack Exchange) on 23 September 2026 for “Vitamix” and “Vitamix 5200”. One first-hand owner post names this exact model. Other Vitamix results were from people choosing a blender or quoting the manual.
The writer names the Vitamix 5200 exactly. The post dates from 2013; this model has been sold with the same design for many years, but check the current specification before relying on it.
- One owner's experience of one feature. It is not a representative sample, and it says nothing about reliability.
- Ownership is stated by the writer; no purchase was independently verified.
- We do not turn this post into a star rating, a satisfaction percentage or a failure rate, and it does not show how common any problem is.
Summary condensed and paraphrased by QuietlyGuide with AI assistance from a post licensed CC BY-SA 3.0, and shared under that licence or a later compatible version. Attribution does not imply endorsement by the contributor or Stack Exchange.
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