Vitamix Explorian E310 Professional-Grade Blender, 48 oz

Vitamix Explorian E310 Professional-Grade Blender, 48 oz

By Vitamix · Blenders & Stand Mixers · Kitchen & Cooking

  • 2HP motor, professional-grade
  • 48 oz BPA-free container with hardened stainless blades
  • Variable speed control plus pulse
  • Self-cleaning with a drop of soap
  • 7-year full warranty

Lowest price seen
~$349.95 (approx.)
from $349.95 at Amazon

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Summary

A 2 HP high-performance blender with 10 variable speeds and a 48 oz container, built for one or two people and small kitchens. Check availability before you buy: Vitamix’s US site now marks the E310 as a retired product.

Strengths

  • RTINGS named it “the best smoothie blender we’ve tested” in 2026, praising smoothies, crushed ice and hot soups.
  • The Cooking World found its performance “basically mirrored” the more expensive Vitamix 5200.
  • The 48 oz container fits under most kitchen cabinets, unlike taller 64 oz models.
  • Self-cleaning takes 30-60 seconds with water and dish soap; no disassembly.
  • Simple controls: a speed dial, a start/stop switch and a pulse switch.
  • It works with every 48 oz and 64 oz Vitamix container, so the jar can be upgraded later.

Weaknesses

  • It is loud, which owners note is common to all high-performance Vitamix blenders.
  • One long-term owner reports the lid “started crumbling” after about 3 years of use.
  • The container does not lock into the base, and some owners report wobble during use, especially with the tamper.
  • 48 oz is small for family batches; some owners upgrade to the 64 oz container.
  • The 5-year warranty is shorter than the 5200’s 7 years and the Ascent/Pro models’ 10 years.
  • Vitamix’s US site now marks the E310 as a retired product, which raises questions about long-term parts availability.

Verified specifications

ModelE310, Explorian Series, model number 064068; US 110-120 V.
Motor2 HP peak.
Speeds10 variable speeds plus pulse.
Container48 oz (1.4 L) BPA-free low-profile, Tritan copolyester.
Bladeslaser-cut hardened stainless-steel hammermill.
Self-cleaning30-60 seconds with dish soap and warm water.
Tampermini-tamper included.
Warranty5-year full, covering parts, performance, labor and two-way shipping.
ControlsVariable Speed Control dial, Start/Stop switch, Pulse switch.
Cord4.5 ft (1.37 m).
Dimensions9 × 8 × 18 in (23 × 20 × 46 cm); 10.5 lbs (4.76 kg).
Compatibilityworks with all 48 oz and 64 oz Vitamix containers and the personal cup adapter.
In the boxmotor base, 48 oz container, mini-tamper; the 2017 press release also lists a First Blends cookbook.
IntroducedOctober 2017.
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Blending performance

RTINGS.com named the E310 “the best smoothie blender we’ve tested” in 2026, calling out smoothies, crushed ice and hot foods like soups. The Cooking World found its performance “basically mirrored” the more expensive 5200. ShouldIT.com scored it 9.6/10 overall, with top marks for smoothies and crushed ice. Wirecutter did not test the E310, saying they “didn’t think its smaller jar and shorter warranty offered good value” next to the 5200, and notes that low-profile Vitamix blenders were not as graceful at forming a vortex or blending smaller volumes.

Noise, lid and container

Noise is the most common complaint in owner feedback, though it is common to all high-performance Vitamix blenders. The container does not lock into the base, and some owners report wobble during use, especially when pressing the tamper through the lid. One long-term owner reports the lid “started crumbling” after about 3 years of use, with concern about pieces getting into food, and others find the lid difficult to put on and remove. There is no lock-in mechanism: removing the lid does not cut the motor, so the blades can be accessed while in motion.

Running costs, parts and warranty

The 5-year full warranty covers parts, performance, labor and two-way shipping. It is shorter than the 5200’s 7 years and the Ascent/Pro models’ 10 years, but longer than typical consumer blender warranties. Replacement containers cost about $150-$180 and tampers about $12.95 from Vitamix, and the E310 works with all 48 oz and 64 oz Vitamix containers, so a bigger jar can be added later. There is no proprietary ingredient lock-in. Vitamix claims its blenders last up to 10x longer than an average blender, and many owners report units lasting beyond the warranty period. The container and lid are listed as dishwasher safe, but Vitamix recommends hand-washing to extend their lifespan.

Is it worth it?

At or below $330 it is a strong entry point into high-performance blending. Best Buy lists it at $379.00-$379.95, and The Kitchn (2024) listed a $379.99 regular price with a $329.99 sale. At $380 or more, the 5200 with its 64 oz container and 7-year warranty is the better comparison. The E310 was introduced in 2017 at $349.95.

Which model this is

This page covers the Vitamix Explorian Series E310, model 064068, sold in black, red and slate. The US Amazon listing is ASIN B0758JHZM3. Vitamix’s US site marks the E310 as a retired product, with the E320 and its 64 oz container appearing as the successor, though the E320 is also listed as discontinued.

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