Vitamix 5200 vs Blendtec Total Classic which is better

The Vitamix 5200 blends small batches and thick mixes more consistently and has the longer track record, backed by a 7-year warranty, for about $50 more. The Blendtec Total Classic costs a little less and holds its own on big batches. The gap is consistency and longevity against a slightly lower price.

Vitamix 5200

9/10

Best for blending

–~$599

✓More consistent, thick batches

–20.5 in, ~13 lb

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Blendtec Total Classic

7/10

Best for footprint

–~$549

–Strong

✓15 in, 7.28 lb

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How they score

Vitamix 5200Blendtec Total Classic

Price

Blending

9.6

6.1

Footprint

Controls

9.6

6.3

Warranty

9.6

6.1

Vitamix 5200

+Blending (More consistent, thick batches)

+Controls (Variable dial)

+Warranty (7-year)

×Footprint (20.5 in, ~13 lb)

Blendtec Total Classic

+Footprint (15 in, 7.28 lb)

×Blending (Strong)

×Controls (Preset cycles)

×Warranty (Shorter)

Full spec sheet

Spec	Vitamix 5200	Blendtec Total Classic
Price	~$599	~$549
Blending	More consistent, thick batches	Strong
Footprint	20.5 in, ~13 lb	15 in, 7.28 lb
Controls	Variable dial	Preset cycles
Warranty	7-year	Shorter

What you pay

The Vitamix 5200 runs about $599, the Blendtec Total Classic about $549. Close enough that performance decides it.

Blending and warranty

The Vitamix blends thick batches more consistently, runs on a variable dial, and carries a 7-year warranty. The Blendtec is strong but its warranty is shorter.

Footprint

The Blendtec is shorter and lighter at 15 inches and 7.28 lb, and fits under cabinets the taller Vitamix won't. The gap is consistency and longevity against size and a slightly lower price.