Vitamix 7500

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Vitamix 7500 Review Facts

What makes the Vitamix 7500 different from its competitors? Blenders are useful kitchen tools. They blend gravies, sauces, soups, frozen drinks, milkshakes, and smoothies. Many blenders on the market are basic, no-frills appliances. The Vitamix 7500 is an exception to the rule. It is powerful, effective, and versatile. The blender does more than blend drinks and smoothies. It grates and chops hard cheese and vegetables, churns nut butter, makes hot soup without heating on the stove and juices vegetables and fruits.

This blender has a motor that maintains a cool temperature and even torques to deliver consistent power needed to process almost anything, including items traditional blenders cannot. The stainless steel, aircraft-grade blades take on the toughest ingredients. The Vitamix container creates a controlled vortex that moves ingredients toward the blades for smoother and faster blending regardless of what is in the blender. A blender like this has a high price tag.

Editor's Pros & Cons
Pros
  • 40 percent quieter than its predecessor
  • Cookbook with healthy recipes included
  • High capacity
  • Low profile design
  • Self-cleaning feature
  • Versatile speed control
Cons
  • Expensive
  • No pre-programmed settings

Features

A motor determines how effectively a blender pulverizes and blends ingredients. The Vitamix 7500 features a 2.2 horsepower motor that translates to more than 1400 watts. It is what makes the blender more powerful than a regular blender.

The blades rotate at 37,000 RPM. Perfect efficiency is acquired at 746 watts for one horsepower. Vitamix motors are equipped with an automatic shut off and a thermal protection system in case there is a motor overload. The blender has a six-foot cord that cleverly stores under the base unit. No unused sections are seen.

Accessories

Vitamix fuels passion. It is the reason professional chefs choose the brand. The focused power of the blending system makes every component of the machine work together. It creates a faster, smoother blend that is packed with flavor.

The blender has an interface that is simple to use and delivers powerful results. The sleek design blends nearly any food put inside it. The blender has features enjoyed by average to intermediate users.

The Vitamix 7500 comes with a tamper. It is used to press ingredients toward the blades. It also comes with a cookbook having blender recipe suggestions. As part of the package, the machine is equipped with a premium scratch and stress resistant polycarbonate container.

It is a 64-ounce, low profile container that has a soft touch ergonomic handle and wide bottom. The pitcher is clearly marked for liters, milliliters, cups, and ounces. Other containers are available as a separate purchase.

They include smaller 32 and 48-ounce containers having wet blades used to process small food batches or a 32-ounce container that has a dry blade used for professional baking and milling. Customers have wondered why such an expensive blender does not have a glass container. Processing high loads with powerful blenders renders glass unsafe.

Style

Consumers have a choice of three colors - red, white, and black. It has a 64-ounce low profile container that is ideal for entertaining and family meals that fits under most kitchen cabinets. It is particularly handy for handling large amounts of food to be processed and fits into small spaces.

A wide set of blades are excellent for creating a vortex, even if the jar is at maximum capacity. Blending small batches is more difficult. To create a vortex, food has to be past the blades. It is recommended to purchase a 32-ounce container to use for small batches.

The 7500 is from the Vitamix line G-Series. The upgraded motor and housing are designed to be less noisy than the original. The difference between the 7500 and the 780 is substantial. The 780 has a touch screen and extra programmable functions.

The 780 is geared to high-tech individuals. A powerful 7500 and a tamper are more than sufficient for many consumers. It is impractical to pay more for something that can be accomplished with a simple interface.

Settings

The blender as ten-speed settings. The dial in the middle has ten positions to adjust the motor and the blade speed. One is the lowest and ten the highest. Variable speeds permit the user to get the texture wanted for all ingredients put in the blenders. The more speeds a blender has, the more control the user has over the blend.

The 7500 version does not have preset programs that choose the right duration and speed for the food or beverage being prepared. It is a manually controlled design. Variable speeds are a very useful function on many occasions.

Low speeds are needed when rough chopping ingredients or if making salsa or adding texture to soup to attain the desired consistency. The also eliminate smoothie foam bubbles. Gradually shifting from a low to high speed allows the creation of original or modifications to a cookbook recipe.

The toggle on the left is a pulse toggle. It stays ‘up’ only when held in that position. The pulse toggle overrides the speed dial and causes the motor to run at high speed. It is used when operating at low speed and needing one or two seconds of high power.

Durability

Vitamix is a leader in the manufacture of blenders. They create powerful and durable machines. The blenders tackle a wide range of ingredients. The original Vitamix model was first placed on the market in 2013. It is an upgrade that has a 2.2 horsepower motor and features improvements in the cooling system and noise. A combination of power and aesthetics is offered by the Vitamix 7500.

It can handle nearly anything thrown at it. The Vitamix 7500 has a seven-year warranty. It is meant to last for years. One reviewer is annoyed by smaller feet on the 7500 than its predecessor. He thought the smaller feet made the blender seem less sturdy.

Most reviewers feel the build is sturdy and the blender is made of high-quality materials. Those features ensure long-term functionality and durability without the worry of a breakdown. With moderate maintenance, the blender can be operational for a lifetime.

Besides being impressively convenient, feeling strong, and well-made, the blender quickly and effectively creates endless culinary creations. There are products that fail to do the advertised job. It is recommended to select a machine with a minimum one-year warranty.

Vitamix is a rare manufacturer that delivers the best customer service. This Vitamix blender, with its seven-year warranty, ensures years of service. This model is an all-around, solid blender, and food processor.

It is among the best on the market. The Vitamix 7500 is a versatile machine that can handle a variety of ingredients with no difficulty. It can handle tougher foods than some of its Vitamix counterparts because the 2.2 horsepower motor makes it slightly more powerful.

Capacity

The dimensions of the blender ar 7.7 x 17.5 x 9.4 inches. A 64-ounce container allows batches of soups and smoothies to be made in a single blend. It is still a relatively compact blender that is easy to store. The blender fits neatly under most cabinets.

Use

Raw foods are turned into ice cream or sorbets, smoothies, and soup with the powerful Vitamix 7500. It blends shakes or smoothies from any type of fresh vegetable or fruit. The blender does a fantastic job when frozen food blocks, hard cheese, or nuts are added.

This high-speed unit effortlessly pulverizes chia seeds, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries added into shakes or smoothies without a grainy texture. The quality is always a perfect silky smooth quality.

Ice is smoothly shaved by the machine with or without adding liquid. A snow-cone consistency is produced for frozen alcoholic beverages or snow cones. It makes ice cream or a frozen dessert using the tamper and the highest speed in less than 30 seconds.

The blender is not meant to produce classic juice that requires separating liquid and fiber but is more than capable of making the smoothest ‘whole juice’ smoothies. Using the low speed or pulse foods can be chopped.

The speed setting is flexible. A perfect consistency is a result every time. It makes perfect quality dips and sauces on high or medium speeds. Enough friction is produced by the machine to create a hot soup. It may take six minutes to reach the desired temperature.

Any nut can be pulverized to the consistency that it will produce nut milk after being strained through a nut bag. People who are lactose intolerant or on special diets find the function invaluable. With the aid of a tamper, the machine makes smooth raw nut butter.

At least four cups of ingredients are required to do. The wet blade container is capable of kneading dough. The standard wet container easily grinds any nut, coffee beans, and flour. Any grain can be milled into perfect flour.

Cleaning

The Vitamix 7500 is a ‘self-cleaning’ model. That does not mean a blending session that includes making a smoothie with lime zest and kale will yield a clean blender without any help. However, users can fill the pitcher half full with warm water a few drops of dish detergent.

Then put on the lid and run the blender on low and slowly increase the speed to create soap bubbles that reach the lid. The walls of the blender will be clean. Rinse the blender, and it is ready to be used again.

Performance

There are no baked-in programs or special setting on the Vitamix 7500. There are a dial and two buttons to give ultimate control over how blended smoothies or food get. It takes a certain amount of know-how to lock in the ideal blend setting to achieve the right texture.

This blender may be a bit intimidating to the average user. The 7500 is a ‘professional-only’ blender, but don’t be discouraged. It takes a day to become ‘professional.’ When tested on soups, smoothies, iced drinks, and homemade applesauce, the Vitamix 7500 performs as expected.

The blender is easy to set up and operate. It has built-in blades. They are four-prong, four-inch blades. Vitamix blades as purposely dull so that they can be removed if necessary for cleaning or the blade assembly needs to be replaced. A special tool must be purchased to remove the blades.

It shredded through everything. The blender turns ice into the snowy texture people love to see on this category of blenders. The ten-speed dial affords the precision control that yields a perfect smoothie every time.

The Vitamix 7500 is a powerful blender. Its 1400+ watt, 2.2 horsepower motor is capable of spinning the stainless steel, laser-cut blades to a speed up to 37,000 RPM. That raw power is strange and has an un-kitchen-like appeal.

It’s like turning the ignition of a luxury muscle car. Dialing up speed can be compared to stepping on the gas. With that much power available, users want to blend everything. It makes foods ranging from vegetarian chili to homemade salad dressings, to blueberry margaritas. All are made as well as advertised.

Key Features

* 7-year warranty
* 64-ounce East Main Tristan™ container
* 1400+ Watts, 2.2 horsepower
* MSRP $529.00
* Low profile design
* Ten speeds
* Weighs 12.5 pounds

Bottom Line

The Vitamix 7500 addresses two problems that other high-quality blenders do not. It makes less noise and helps utilize kitchen space. Built-in vibration dampening absorbs noise, and the shorter appearance fits beneath kitchen cabinets.

The Vitamix 7500 is among the best on the market. The blender does not have a lot of extras. It was made to blend everything in sight. The long-lasting, durable, and powerful blender can take an immense amount of punishment.

It is expensive. The blender may be overkill for most kitchens. Those who want a blender that will last for years before needing a blade replacement or breaking down can’t find a blender that does a better job. The blender suits those who want a classic, manually controlled Vitamix model.

With its powerful blades and motor, the Vitamix 7500 replaces multiple kitchen appliances. It can be used as a stand mixer, juicer, and food processor. The high-quality materials and sturdy design lend to the blender’s durability.

There is not the worry of burning out the motor that exists with traditional blenders. This model has a seven-year warranty. Consumers can expect it to last for years. The Vitamix 7500 can jumpstart a healthy diet. It grinds the toughest vegetables and fruit, including seeds and skins, into raw juices and delicious smoothies that are chocked full of minerals and vitamins.