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Experts recommend Vitamix 5200 more than Vitamix E310 Explorian
As of 3 Apr 2024, experts prefer Vitamix 5200 over Vitamix E310 Explorian, but both Blenders have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Vitamix 5200 received 3 recommendations: from The Strategist (12 Jan 2024), Forbes (18 Nov 2023) and Rtings.com (20 Mar 2024). Vitamix E310 Explorian was also endorsed 3 times: by The Strategist (12 Jan 2024), Tom's Guide (3 Feb 2024) and Delish (27 Oct 2022). However, experts generally ranked Vitamix E310 Explorian lower than Vitamix 5200 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Blender | T3  | The Strategist  | Good Housekeeping  | Tom's Guide  | Delish  | TechGearLab  | TechRadar  | Forbes  | Rtings.com  | Reviewed  |
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| 4 | - | $400 |  Vitamix 5200 The Vitamix 5200 is a powerful and durable blender with a large capacity and variable speed control, making it a versatile and reliable option for any kitchen. | - | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
| 5 | +1 | $300 |  Vitamix E310 Explorian The Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender is a compact and powerful kitchen appliance that offers precise blending control and durability for a range of recipes. | - | 4 | - | 6 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 12 Jan 2024 The Strategist ranked Vitamix E310 Explorian as #4 and Vitamix 5200 as #8
Rank Blender Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 11 Vitamix E310 Explorian Best manual blender... ... ... #8 out of 11 Vitamix 5200 Best blender for smoothies... ... ... Source: nymag.com - On 18 Nov 2023 Forbes ranked Vitamix 5200 as #1
Rank Blender Comment #1 out of 9 Vitamix 5200 Best Blender Overall... ... ... Source: www.forbes.com - On 20 Mar 2024 Rtings.com ranked Vitamix 5200 as #1
Rank Blender Comment #1 out of 6 Vitamix 5200 Best Blender... ... ... Source: www.rtings.com - On 3 Feb 2024 Tom's Guide ranked Vitamix E310 Explorian as #6
Rank Blender Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 10 Vitamix E310 Explorian The best blender for small batches... ... ... Source: www.tomsguide.com - On 27 Oct 2022 Delish ranked Vitamix E310 Explorian as #1
Rank Blender Comment #1 out of 10 Vitamix E310 Explorian Best Blender / Editor's Pick... ... ... Source: www.delish.com
After counting and adding up the 92 expert endorsements of the April rankings, Vitamix 5200 outranks Vitamix E310 Explorian. This is not to say that Vitamix E310 Explorian is a bad option. Like Vitamix 5200, it is recommended by experts, but less.
Vitamix 5200 
Vitamix E310 Explorian Customers like Vitamix 5200 a bit more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Vitamix E310 Explorian
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Vitamix 5200, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Vitamix E310 Explorian.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling blender receives a consumer score of 8.9 (great). Both Vitamix 5200 and Vitamix E310 Explorian receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
| Vitamix 5200 |
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9.7 Amazing
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| Vitamix E310 Explorian |
In comparison:
Vitamix E310 Explorian ranks #32 out of 88. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.4 Amazing
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| Median best-selling Blender |
In comparison:
8.9 Great
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Vitamix E310 Explorian is more popular than Vitamix 5200
It's fairly safe to say that Vitamix E310 Explorian is a more popular blender than Vitamix 5200, based on its 6,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
| Table: Top compared alternatives for Vitamix 5200 and E310 Explorian | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Cuisinart Hurricane Pro | $400 | 2 expert recommendations | ||
 | Zwilling Enfinigy Power | $293 |
In comparison:
Zwilling Enfinigy Power ranks #70 out of 88. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 8.2 Great
| 3 expert recommendations | Cheaper |
 | Blendtec Total Classic | $379 |
In comparison:
Blendtec Total Classic ranks #31 out of 88. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.4 Amazing
| 3 expert recommendations | |
 | Breville The Super Q | $539 |
In comparison:
9.7 Amazing
| 4 expert recommendations | |
| Rank | Change | Price | Blender | T3 | The Strategist | Good Housekeeping | Tom's Guide | Delish | TechGearLab | TechRadar | Forbes | Rtings.com | Reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $650 |  Vitamix A3500 The Vitamix A3500 blender is highly praised for its generous container size, powerful motor, variable speed controls, and easy cleaning process, making it a versatile and reliable choice for blending tasks. | 4 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 5 | - | 3 | 9 | - | 2 |
| 2 | - | Check price |  KitchenAid K400 The KitchenAid K400 Blender is a powerful and versatile blender with a durable container, multiple blending speeds and programs, and easy cleaning options, making it a reliable and user-friendly choice for various blending tasks. | 1 | - | 7 | - | 2 | - | 5 | - | 2 | 4 |
| 3 | - | $539 |  Breville The Super Q The Breville The Super Q Blender is a powerful and versatile blender with a range of features, including 12 speed settings and five pre-programmed settings, making it suitable for various blending tasks, and its easy cleaning options and durable construction make it a reliable choice. | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 7 | - | - | 3 |
| 4 | - | $400 |
Vitamix 5200 The Vitamix 5200 is a powerful and durable blender with a large capacity and variable speed control, making it a versatile and reliable option for any kitchen. | - | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Expert reviews [30]
- with a score: 12
- without a score: 18
| Highest score by TechGearLab | 96 |
| Average score based on 30 reviews | 90 |
| Lowest score by juicingjournal.com | 82 |
Score distribution:
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Expert reviews [21]
- with a score: 8
- without a score: 13
| Highest score by lifeisnoyoke.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 21 reviews | 85 |
| Lowest score by finder.com.au | 40 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
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- 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
- Large Batches: The size and shape of the self-cleaning 64-ounce container is ideal for blending medium to large batches. Design Feature : Radial cooling fan and thermal protection system
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- Variable Speed Control: Ten variable speeds allow you to refine every texture with culinary precision, from the smoothest purées to the heartiest soups
- Pulse Feature: Layer coarse chops over smooth purées for heartier recipes, such as chunky salsas or thick vegetable soups.
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Vitamix 5200 is a very popular and one of the most expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling blenders and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Vitamix S30 or Pampered Chef Deluxe Cooking .
Vitamix 5200 is $264.98 more expensive than an average blender ($135).
Vitamix E310 Explorian is a very popular and one of the more expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling blenders and has a couple of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Smeg 50's Style BLF01 or Zwilling Enfinigy Power .
Vitamix E310 Explorian is $164.95 more expensive than an average blender ($135).
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