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There are many places to get a Vitamix these days. Below, I’ll outline the pros and cons of each. But first, a disclosure:
Our company is a mission-driven Vitamix affiliate partner. We donate 100% of our profits to charity. You can learn more on our about us page.
And now, here are your options for getting a Vitamix (within the United States and Canada).
Vitamix Direct from Vitamix’s Website
You can get your Vitamix directly from their website.
Pros and cons of buying a Vitamix from Vitamix’s website
Pros
- Largest selection
- Best deals
- Freshest products (straight off the assembly line)
- Automatic warranty registration
- Free shipping
- 60-day returns & exchanges
- Easy payment plans
- Extra $25 off via newsletter sign up
- Profits to an affiliate partner
- Slow website
- 3-5 day shipping
- Affiliate referrals process may be confusing, challenging to execute successfully
Related note: You can call Vitamix to place your order through an affiliate. Just say, “The website didn’t work and you’d like to order over the phone through XYZ affiliate.”Â
Vitamix from Amazon
You can get a Vitamix from Amazon.com.
Pros and cons of buying a Vitamix from Amazon
- Fast website
- 3rd party sellers (sometimes unauthorized)
- Profits primarily Jeff Bezos and other institutional investors
Vitamix from Costco
You can get a Vitamix from Costco.
Pros and cons of buying a Vitamix from Costco
- Discounted bundles
- You can return anything anytime in any condition
- Support an in-store Vitamix rep (who earns commission when you purchase while they’re demonstrating)
- Limited selection
- May be more accessories than you need
- May be more money than you need to spend
- Profits primarily to institutional investors
Related: You probably don’t need a dry grains container.
Vitamix from Walmart
You can get a Vitamix from Walmart.
Pros and cons of buying a Vitamix from Walmart
- In-store pickup
- Limited selection
- Profits to Walton family and institutional investors [Who owns Walmart]
Vitamix from QVC
You can get a Vitamix from QVC.
Pros and cons of buying a Vitamix from QVC
- Limited time specials
- Limited selection
- Profits primarily to institutional investors [Who owns QVC]
Vitamix from Crate and Barrel
You can get a Vitamix from Crate and Barrel.
Pros and cons of buying a Vitamix from Crate and Barrel
- In-store pickup
- Exclusive packages
- You may have gift cards from your wedding
- Limited selection
- Profits to the Otto family [Who owns Crate and Barrel]
Vitamix from William Sonoma
You can get a Vitamix from William Sonoma.
Pros and cons of buying a Vitamix from William Sonoma
- Exclusive packages
- Limited selection
- Profits primarily to institutional investors [Who owns William Sonoma]
Vitamix from Target
You can get a Vitamix from Target.
Pros and cons of buying a Vitamix from Target
- Limited time specials
- Use Target Card to save 5%
- Limited selection
- Profits primarily to institutional investors [Who owns Target]
Vitamix from Best Buy
You can get a Vitamix from Best Buy.
Pros and cons of buying a Vitamix from Best Buy
- Limited time specials
- Limited selection
- Profits primarily to institutional investors [Who owns Best Buy]