- Which is better for smoothies and frozen fruit?
- Both crush ice and frozen fruit well. The Breville has more power at 1,800 watts and a personal cup; the Vitamix 5200 is widely praised for smooth results and includes a tamper for thick blends.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Breville backs its blender with a 10-year limited warranty; the Vitamix 5200 has a 7-year full warranty. Some Vitamix owners report motor noise after a few years, so warranty length favors the Breville.
- Is the Vitamix worth the extra money?
- Only if its price is close to the Breville's. The Vitamix recently sold as low as $79.00 and as high as $429.99, so compare current prices before paying a premium.
- Which is easier to clean?
- The Vitamix 5200 self-cleans with warm water and a drop of dish soap in 30 to 60 seconds. The Breville's jug and cup also rinse clean, but no self-clean cycle is listed.
- Which is quieter?
- The Vitamix 5200 is rated 96.1 dB on high, which is loud. Breville does not publish a noise figure for the Super Q, so a direct comparison is not possible.
- Can the Breville make single servings?
- Yes. It includes a 24 oz personal cup and blade assembly, so you can blend one serving without the 68 oz jug. The Vitamix 5200 uses its 64 oz container for all blends.
