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They say it takes time to heal from relationships.
I just never expected it would take almost three years to get over a kitchen appliance.
The Vitamix, in my mind, was the closest thing to a God among blenders. Fast. Powerful. Robust. And sure, it took up way too much of our tiny kitchen island. But it was well-worth it, because somehow, it made everything as smooth and delicious as an Erewhon smoothie.
When we split, I got the dog, he got the blender. I knew I’d never justify dropping close to $500 on a blender myself, so my memories of the Vitamix would have to remain just that. Memories.
That is, until I started hearing all the buzz on social media about the Beast Go Blender — the little cordless, rechargeable vessel that the founder once called the “Porsche of portable blenders.”
At just a fraction of the price of the glorious Vitamix 5200, I didn’t have especially high expectations for the $119 Beast.
But as someone with a very busy schedule, who also loves to take their smoothies to the gym, I figured it was worth giving it a shot.
Beast GO Cordless Premium Portable Blender
AmazonFirst impressions: The Beast was lighter and smaller than the Vitamix. It fits in my water bottle drawer, rather than taking up precious counterspace. Not to mention, it’s just much more attractive (coming in seven shades). And, my favorite part, it’s just easier to deal with.
There’s just one button to press and hold — the power button — which makes it practically impossible to mess things up. With its straightforward operation, it’s also much quieter, which I was missing out on in those early mornings when it sounded like the Vitamix was screaming at me.
What you miss out on is versatility. The Vitamix has multiple speeds, pulsing options and can basically make anything. You can’t put anything hot in the Beast, so the menu is more limited. It’s not a Vitamix, but honestly, it’s hard to compare anything to a Vitamix.
For someone who wants to take their smoothies on the go, I’d still argue the Beast is the better choice. It’s cordless and comes with accessories like spill-proof lids and straws, which means it’s ready to go whenever you are. I drink straight out of the vessel after taking it off the base.
Not to mention, it’s compact, so it’s not difficult to wash. Just add a drop of dish soap, blend for about 30 seconds, then rinse. All the lids and accessories are dishwasher-safe. The base can be wiped down.
The Vitamix might still be a God among blenders, but I’d say the Beast is far more forgiving. It’s easy to operate, can come with you anywhere and cleans up well — well worth the $119, in my opinion.
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This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter. As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. Taking matters into her own hands, Miska intrepidly tests wellness products, ranging from Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Longevity Mix to the viral Oura Ring to Jennifer Aniston’s favorite workout platform – often with her adorable toddler by her side. Before joining The Post, Miska covered lifestyle and consumer topics for the U.S. Sun and The Cannon Beach Gazette.
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