Vitamix E320 Explorian Blender
The 2.2 HP workhorse with a low-profile 64oz container: the Vitamix E320 Explorian is the successor to the legendary 5200 and the blender serious kitchens keep for a decade.
Our Verdict
A 2.2 peak HP motor, 64-ounce low-profile BPA-free Tritan container, 10 variable speeds plus pulse, and Vitamix’s 7-year warranty. Aircraft-grade laser-cut stainless blades.
What We Like
- 2.2 HP motor powers through ice, nuts, frozen fruit
- Low-profile 64oz container fits under cabinets
- 10 speeds + pulse for precise textures
- Self-cleaning in seconds with soapy water
- 7-year full warranty
Worth Knowing
- Premium price
- Tall base needs counter clearance
- No preset programs (manual control)
- Loud on high speed
Who Is This For?
Home cooks who make smoothies, soups, nut butters and dough weekly and want a blender that outlasts the kitchen.
The Full Picture
The E320 keeps the 5200’s motor and blade design in a lower-profile body, so it slides under standard cabinets. The variable dial gives real control instead of presets, and the self-cleaning routine — warm water plus a drop of soap, 30 seconds on high — is why owners keep it for years.
Bottom Line
The blender to buy once — Vitamix E320 Explorian with a 7-year warranty.