The entry ticket to a full-size Vitamix: a 2.2 HP motor and the classic 64 oz container, with a speed dial, pulse and a self-cleaning program.
Updated
- 64 oz Container
- 19.6 in Height on base
- 5 years Warranty
- 1,440 W Power (as stated)
Pros
- 2.2 HP motor, the same rating as the Ascent X range
- Classic 64 oz container, the same one the 5200 uses
- Takes Vitamix 48 and 64 oz containers and the Personal Cup Adapter
- Self-cleaning program, ten speeds and pulse; dishwasher-safe container
- Vitamix sells certified reconditioned VX1 units
Cons
- 19.6 in tall with the 64 oz container: too tall for most wall cabinets
- 5-year limited warranty, the shortest of the full-size Vitamix models
- No programs, timer or container detection
- Best for
- First-time buyers who want Vitamix power and a big container without paying for programs.
- Not for
- Kitchens with low wall cabinets, or anyone who wants presets and a longer warranty.
Our verdict
Vitamix launched the VX1 in February 2026 as its new entry-level blender, and retailers describe it as taking over the slot the Explorian E310 filled. It pairs a 2.2 HP motor with the classic 64 oz container used on the 5200, a variable speed dial, pulse and a self-cleaning program. There are no presets and no timer.
Against the E310 it brings a larger container and a higher motor rating, but its warranty is five years limited rather than the E310 five years full. Against the 5200 it is the newer and lower-priced machine, while the 5200 keeps a warranty two years longer.
The catch is height. With the tall 64 oz container it stands 19.6 inches, so it will not sit under most wall cabinets. Vitamix says it accepts its 48 oz containers and the Personal Cup Adapter if you want something shorter or a single-serve cup.
Vitamix VX1 specs
- 64 oz Container
- 19.6 in Height on base
- 0 Programs
- 5 years Warranty
Container
| Container | 64 oz |
|---|---|
| Container shape | Tall |
Size
| Height on base | 19.6 in |
|---|---|
| Weight | 12.6 lb |
Performance
| Power (as stated) | 1,440 W |
|---|---|
| Motor (HP, as stated) | 2.2 HP |
Controls
| Programs | 0 |
|---|---|
| Controls | Dial |
| Speed settings | 10 |
| Container detection | No |
| Built-in timer | not listed |
Support
| Warranty | 5 years |
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Cleaning
| Dishwasher-safe container | Yes |
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Manufacturer figures, checked 30 Oct 2026. — means not listed.
Where to buy the Vitamix VX1
- Vitamix$379.95Go to Vitamix (opens in a new tab)
- Abt$379.95Go to Abt (opens in a new tab)
- Target$379.99Go to Target (opens in a new tab)
Prices and stock change; the retailer’s page is always the final word.
- Vitamix Canada$529.95Go to Vitamix Canada (opens in a new tab)
Prices and stock change; the retailer’s page is always the final word.