CIA Professional Series Blender (64-oz.): Ruby by Vitamix

I cannot tell you how I agonized trying to justify spending this amount of $$ for a blender. (We are, after all, in a recession). I am a frugal shopper and so considering buying a VitaMix was a big decision. I did my homework, though, and the VitaMix kept beating out the competition, so I took a chance. However, any doubt or guilt I had was long gone once my VitaMix arrived. I use it almost daily. I have made soups, smoothies, etc. I now eat kale, more fruits and veggies, and things I'd never have touched before. I feel better, my weight is better, and I don't crave junk food. I feel nourished and healthy! Cleaning it is a breeze. (Something I hated about a juicer I'd had before). You just fill it halfway with water and add some dish detergent and turn it on. It all rinses out easily. It is big, but I just put the pitcher away and leave the base out if I need things to look less cluttered. The other thing I love is the fact that if I have any foods that are getting soft, etc. they just get tossed in. I waste next to nothing now. It has definitely saved on my food bill. If you're stuck on whether or not to get this, just think of the money you'll save by investing in your health. Prevention is the best medicine. I'd recommend the VitaMix to anyone!!

This appliance is the one piece of equipment that cannot leave my countertop as it is in use many times per day. <br><br>I am a raw foodist while my son is meat & potatoes, so it's important that I manage both menus and that we can eat at the same time. The convenience and time saving aspect of the Vita-Mix is so impressive that I wish everyone could own one!<br><br>Cleaning is a snap!<br><br>If I had to find a down side to it, I'd have to say that I wouldn't mind it being quieter when on high speed, but when I demand that performance from my car, it's not any quieter either..lol<br><br>Best kitchen investment I've ever made!!!

So far I am very impressed. I hope it last the test of time.

I've bought and burned up many blender/smoothie makers before finding the Vita-Mix. It makes a smoothie out of frozen strawberries in 30 seconds! This is the best product I've found.

If you are looking for one exceptional, versatile kitchen appliance, do yourself a favor and purchase a Vita-Mix. The sky is the limit on the number of ways you will find to use it every day, and it makes the best smoothie you could ever want for breakfast! A great value, and the manufacturer really stands behind their product with a 7-year warranty.