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Vitamix Explorian E520

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Vitamix Explorian E520

Vitamix Explorian E520

599,00 € RRP 699,00 €
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The Vitamix E520 is the blender for anyone who makes green smoothies for two to four people every day and wants three preset programs to fall back on.

The 2.0-litre Low-Profile Explorian container has a wide base with particularly long blade wings. At the same motor speed, the longer blades reach a higher tip speed — and that is exactly what creates the vortex when blending leafy greens, giving green smoothies a fibre-free, creamy texture. If you blend for several people every day, you'll taste the difference from the narrower 1.4-litre container straight away. Three preset programs for smoothies, soups and frozen desserts run through on their own; everything else you control manually with the dial. The motor comes with a 7-year manufacturer's warranty for private use.

Your benefits

  • Creamy smoothies: a wide base and long blade wings pull leafy greens reliably into the vortex.
  • 3 preset programs: Smoothies, Hot Soups and Frozen Desserts run through without any input from you.
  • 10 speeds plus Pulse: full manual control whenever you want to take over yourself.
  • 2.0 L for 2–4 servings: family smoothies or batch preparation in a single run.
  • 7-year manufacturer's warranty for private use — and four colours: Black, Slate, Red, White.

How to use it

Three programs, ten speeds, one hand — the central dial does both jobs: program selector to the left, speed control to the right. The three preset programs run as long as you let them; the ten manual speeds respond the moment you take over. You start and stop blending with the Start/Stop toggle switch on the right, and get short bursts from the Pulse toggle switch on the left. And there's a real on/off switch on the base — no hidden power draw when the machine is switched off.

Vitamix 2.0 litre Low-Profile Explorian container

The wide 2.0 L Low-Profile container is designed for 2–4 servings and suits family smoothies or batch preparation. The vortex works reliably from 500 ml of liquid upwards; for ice cream and nicecream you should allow around 800 ml. The long blade wings and the wide base create a strong vortex that draws ingredients from the container wall back to the centre of the blades and breaks down leafy greens evenly — the smoothie turns out fibre-free and creamy, even in larger batches. Classic containers work without automatic detection: you choose the program or run time yourself.

Who it's for

For you, if set routines make your everyday cooking easier: select a program, press start — or take over manually with the dial and pulse function. The wide container delivers the creamiest smoothie consistency in the Explorian range.

Inspiration to get you started: try our guides to green smoothies, pesto and ginger shots — explained step by step.

What's included

Technical data

Preset programs
3 (Smoothies, Hot Soups, Frozen Desserts)
Controls
Variable speed dial (left rotation: 3 programs / right rotation: 10 levels), pulse toggle switch (left), Start/Stop toggle switch (right), main on/off switch at the base
Container system
Classic system
Container volume
2.0 L
Minimum quantity
approx. 500 ml (liquid) / approx. 800 ml (solid, ice cream and nice cream)
Container material
Tritan, BPA-free, up to 100 °C
Blade type
Wet blade — 4 laser-cut blades made of hardened stainless steel
Motor power
1,100–1,300 watts
Voltage
220–240 V / 50–60 Hz
Available colors
Black, Slate, Red, White
Dimensions
44.5 cm (H, with container) × 20.3 cm (W) × 22.9 cm (D)
Weight
4.7 kg
Warranty
7-year manufacturer warranty for household use
Statutory warranty rights remain unaffected. Warranty terms.

FAQs

  • Which containers fit the Vitamix Explorian E520?
    The Vitamix Explorian E520 uses the Classic mount system. The 2.0 L Low-Profile Classic container is included. Additional compatible containers: the 2.0 L Classic container (tall), the 1.4 L Classic container, and the Aer Disc container Classic. Interlock containers from the Ascent series are not compatible with the Explorian E520.
  • What sets the Vitamix Explorian E520 apart from the Ascent series?
    Both blender lines have a high-performance motor and preset programs. The difference lies in the container system and warranty: the E520 uses Classic containers without SELF-DETECT or Interlock lid detection; it carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty for household use. The Ascent series uses Interlock containers with SELF-DETECT; the A2500i and A3500i carry a 10-year warranty.
  • What is the minimum blending quantity for the Vitamix Explorian E520?
    In the included 2.0 L Low-Profile Classic container, the minimum quantity for the Vitamix Explorian E520 is approximately 500 ml for liquid preparations and approximately 800 ml for thick mixtures such as smoothies with frozen fruit.
  • How hot can ingredients be in the Vitamix Explorian E520?
    The Classic containers are made from Tritan and are heat-resistant up to 100 °C. At higher temperatures, the material may warp. Hot soups are prepared by blending cold or lukewarm ingredients and heating them through friction — the Vitamix Explorian E520 reaches temperatures of up to 80 °C in approximately 6 minutes at the highest speed setting.
  • Can I grind grains or coffee with the Vitamix Explorian E520?
    Grinding is only partially practical in the included 2.0 L Low-Profile Classic container — it is fitted with wet blades and is not optimized for dry grinding. For regular grinding of grains, coffee, or spices, a dedicated dry-grinding container or the Aer Disc container Classic is recommended.
  • How do I clean the Vitamix Explorian E520?
    Rinse the container with lukewarm water immediately after blending. For fatty ingredients (avocado, nuts, oil): fill the container halfway with lukewarm water, add 1–2 drops of dish soap, run the dial at the highest setting for about 60 seconds, then rinse. The Classic containers are dishwasher-safe; Vitamix recommends hand-washing to protect the Tritan material and blades. Wipe the motor base and rubber mat on top with a damp cloth.
  • Is the container of the Vitamix Explorian E520 dishwasher-safe?
    Yes, the 2.0 L Low-Profile Classic container of the Vitamix Explorian E520 is dishwasher-safe. However, Vitamix recommends hand-washing to protect the Tritan material and the blade assembly from long-term wear. The lid and lid plug are also hand-wash only.
  • What safety guidelines apply to the Vitamix Explorian E520?
    The Vitamix Explorian E520 shuts off automatically when it overheats and cools down before restarting — this only occurs with very thick preparations such as dough. Use the tamper only with the lid fully seated. Before cleaning, unplug the blender and never submerge it in water.

Product safety (GPSR)

Recipes
Feldsalat-Smoothie

Lamb's Lettuce Smoothie

Lamb's lettuce, banana, and apple in the Vitamix: a mild introduction to green smoothies, barely any bitterness, no pulp.
Spinat-Smoothie

Spinach Smoothie

Fresh baby spinach, banana and mango in the Vitamix: creamy and fiber-free, deep green, with no elaborate prep.
Sellerie-Smoothie in zwei Gläsern mit frischem Sellerie, Gurke und Apfel

Celery Smoothie

Celery, green apple and cucumber in the Vitamix: tart, fresh, fiber-free, in 5 minutes.