Ahhhh blenders!! Blenders certainly are not what they use to be. They have evolved considerably over the years and there are lots of options and lots of price ranges. If you are really serious about blending, creating smoothies, creating raw ice creams, nut butters, soups, sauces and so much more – I believe it’s worth saving your pennies to invest in a high quality blender, although I also believe it’s very important to live within your means. In today’s market you can certainly find a blender within your price range that works for you.
I myself have a Vitamix blender which we purchased a couple of years ago. At first I really hesitated whether to invest the money, after all there were a lot of other things that needed my money!! :-) But we took the leap of faith and bought a Vitamix Total Nutrition Center in brushed stainless steel (love the look of stainless!) and I can honestly say I have not, not for one second, regretted the decision.
I swear by my Vitamix and highly recommend buying one. There is so much you can do with this type of powerful blender – not only are the smoothies oh so smooth, creamy, light & fluffy, but you can also create ice cream, nut butters, soups, sauces – the possibilities are really endless. Also, the Vitamix has an amazing guarantee and they will address any issues that will occur during its’ life!! Can’t beat that!!
I now swear by my Vitamix, so much so that I’m an Affiliate with Vitamix - which means if you buy through my site you will save on shipping costs within Canada and the USA. I just think everyone should have a Vitamix! 
Another high end blender is the Blendtec. I have not personally tried the Blendtec so I cannot comment on it, but it also has good reviews.
These no denying these ‘cadillac’ blenders can range from $580 to over $800 Canadian Dollars (CDN) depending on the package/model & accessories you choose.
That said, there are also other mid-priced blenders that have had good reviews as well. The Ninja Kitchen System 1100 – Model BL700, the Breville BREBBL605XL and Kitchen Aid KSB585NK 5-Speed and they all retail for about $160-250 CDN.
I am a firm believer that we all have to live within our means!! Do your homework, research, ask friends, check online for insights from others. Buying used may also be an option, keep your eyes and ears open to find the brand/model that’s right for you and within your budget.
** All links are to Affiliate Sites (Amazon.ca & Vitamix) that compensate AlmostRawVegan.com should you make a purchase using my associate code.
Would love to have a Vitamix, but for now I am very happy with my Ninja. Makes great “ice cream.”
That sounds great!! It’s all about what works for you
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The vitamix was the best purchase I ever made!
I’m with you on that one!! It was the best investment and I could never live without one now
I have a ninja blender. I’m generally very happy with it because it does all that I need it too and doesn’t break the bank. BUT when blending, say frozen berries, and spinach, there are always still ‘bits’ of spinach or granules of frozen berry left. Is it the case that a Vitamix can make these smoothies truly smooth?! Meaning, no more bits?! Thank-you
Hi there – yes, without a doubt the Vitamix will make your smoothies (no matter what the ingredients) creamy, smoothy, frothy and oh-so delicious without any “bits”. I use it every day (sometimes more than once a day) I start on slow speed, gradually increase speed and then put on high speed for a minute or two (or more, although I have to be careful it doesn’t get warm – ok but if it’s my cocoa smoothie, warm is sometimes nice
)… and after that they are always really smooth and frothy!!! Does that help?