I've seen a lot of questions about Vitamix etc. on here, so I thought I'd post this review on the Kitchn of the Blendtec, Vitamix and Breville!

http://www.thekitchn.com/vitamix-blendtec-and-breville-which-high-powered-high-investment-blender-is-right-for-you-product-review-218577

We have the Vitamix and I put off buying one for years because of the cost. It really has been worth it though because we drink a lot of smoothies!