Before Splurging on a $500 Vitamix, Consider This Cheaper Model. It Works Just as Well

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If you want a great Vitamix blender, you don’t have to spend $500 for a great model. Go for the VX1 instead and save yourself $120.

The VX1 has self-cleaning and pulse modes, a sleek, modern design and doesn’t compromise on power.

The VX1 is a larger blender at 64 ounces. If you don’t need that much blending space, opt for a personal blender, such as the $130 Ninja BlendBoss, instead.

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