The Vitamix 62826 packs a 1,400W motor with 10-speed variable control into a plastic jar build, arriving in a bold red finish at $540.55. It earns a respectable 4.3-star average across 140 reviews, though the premium price means you should be confident you want Vitamix specifically before buying.
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Power 1400 W
Speeds 10
Jar / bowl material Plastic, Rubber
Blade material Stainless Steel
Controls Knob And Switches
Color Red
Priced 108% above the category median ($259.87 across 127 tracked models)
Power of 1400 W - higher than 60% of the 134 models we track
Speeds of 10 - higher than 74% of the 134 models we track
Pros
1,400W motor handles demanding tasks like nut butters and frozen smoothies reliably
10-speed variable control with knob and toggle gives precise texture adjustment
Red color option stands out for buyers who prioritize kitchen aesthetics
Plastic and rubber jar keeps the total weight at 13.9 lb, manageable for most users
Cons
$540.55 is a significant investment when other capable blenders cost less
4.3 stars from 140 reviews, slightly lower than comparable Vitamix models
No capacity figure listed, making it hard to compare jar size to other blenders
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 140 owner ratings
Popularity2.0/5
140 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other countertop and personal blenders, immersion blenders, food processors, and masticating, centrifugal and citrus juicers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Specifications
Power
1400 W
Speeds
10
Jar / bowl material
Plastic, Rubber
Blade material
Stainless Steel
Controls
Knob And Switches
Color
Red
Dimensions
9 X 8 X 20 In
Weight
13.9 lb
Voltage
120 Volts
Overview
At 1,400W, the Vitamix 62826 produces enough torque to run long blending cycles without bogging down on ice, frozen produce, or dense nut butters. The 10-speed knob and toggle switches let you dial in texture with precision, which is one area where Vitamix continues to stand apart from blenders that only offer a few preset buttons.
The jar is plastic and rubber, which keeps the unit to 13.9 lb, lighter than the stainless-jar sibling model. The jar is red, and the machine is designed to fit kitchen setups where color matters. At 9 x 8 x 20 in, the height is 20 inches, so check your cabinet clearance before placing it on the counter permanently.
At $540.55 this sits on the higher side of the Vitamix home range. The 4.3-star rating from 140 reviews is solid but a notch below some other Vitamix models, suggesting a small subset of buyers found minor complaints. Buyers who are already familiar with Vitamix performance and want the red version will get what they expect.
Performance notes
The 1,400W motor and 10-speed knob plus toggle combination is well-suited for variable-speed techniques like starting low to pull ingredients into the blade vortex before increasing speed. The plastic and rubber jar construction suggests this is the Vitamix home-use version rather than a commercial variant, meaning the jar is BPA-free copolyester class material. Dimensions at 9 x 8 x 20 in place the unit at a full 20 inches tall, which exceeds standard 18-inch upper cabinet clearance.
What buyers say
140 reviews averaging 4.3 stars represents a reasonably sized sample for a mid-to-high-end blender. The score is good but trails some other Vitamix models in the 4.6 to 4.8 range, which may point to a small number of buyers with fit-for-price concerns or minor complaints about the jar material relative to the stainless option. Overall, the majority of buyers are satisfied.
How does the Vitamix 62826 differ from other Vitamix home blenders?
The 62826 uses a plastic and rubber jar rather than stainless steel or Tritan copolyester, and it comes in red. The motor at 1,400W is on par with comparable Vitamix home models. The main reason to choose this over a sibling model is the color. If the red finish does not matter to you, comparing it against the broader Vitamix home lineup is worth doing before committing to the higher price.
Will this blender fit under standard kitchen cabinets?
At 20 inches tall, the Vitamix 62826 exceeds the 18-inch clearance that most standard upper kitchen cabinets provide. You would need to store it in a spot with more vertical space, or leave it out on the counter permanently. Measure your available height before purchasing to avoid a fit problem on delivery.
Is $540 a reasonable price for a home blender?
It depends on your use case. If you blend daily, make soups, nut milks, or run long cycles, the build quality and motor of a machine like this may pay for itself over several years by lasting longer than a cheaper blender. If you blend a few times a week for basic smoothies, you can get strong results from blenders in the $100 to $200 range. The Vitamix premium makes most sense for frequent, demanding use.
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