The 5300 offers power and convenience, with a 2.2 HP motor and a low-profile, 64-ounce container that fits easily under most cabinets. Refer page 18 in the User Manual for troubleshooting steps.
Product Features
- High-Performance Motor – The powerful 2.2 HP motor propels blades through tough ingredients to create the highest-quality blends. Electrical Ratings: 120 V, 50/60 Hz, 11.5 Amps
- Variable Speed Control – Easily adjust speed to achieve a variety of textures The dial can be rotated at any point during the blend, so you’re in complete control
- Pulse Feature – With the Pulse feature, layer course chops over smooth purees for heartier recipes, such as chunky salsas or thick vegetable soups
- Low-Profile 64-ounce Container – The 64-ounce Low-Profile Container is perfect for family meals and entertaining, while fitting comfortably under most kitchen cabinets
- 7-Year Full Warranty – We stand behind the quality of our machines with full warranties, covering all parts, performance, labor, and two-way shipping at no cost to you
Significant upgrade I gave my 5200 to a friend and former colleague. Here’s my experience with the 5300:1. It take up less space. The container is significantly shorter (but holds the same amount). It’s wider. It now slides under my counter tops with the container on the base. Previously (with the 5200), I had to keep the container in my cupboard.2. It makes less noise. Not sure why, but it does.3. I rarely have to use the tamper stick. With the 5200, I needed the the stick over 50% of the…
Vitamix 5200 vs 5300 I used — and loved — my 5200 for the past few years. But I didn’t like the fact that it did not fit under the cabinet. I decided to try out the 5300, and there were a number of things I’d like to comment on after reading other reviews here.1. The wider jar is a happier jar, imo. It’s a personal use thing, but I like that the blades seem more accessible to the food I’m blending/chopping/etc. And they are easier to reach for any cleaning beyond the usual Vitamix’s after-blend soapy water…
I’m a convert! To give you some perspective, I am one of those that laughed or mocked others that went on and on about their Vitamix. No way was I going to spend almost $500 on a blender! I was wrong.My wife has been patiently pushing to get one for a long time and, with our first son due in a week, I finally broke down. We spent the morning reading reviews, watching the comparison videos (so many “interesting” characters making these videos in their kitchen on YouTube), and selecting…