After a Decade, Vitamix Is Axing One of Its Most Popular (and Affordable) Blenders. Here's Why - CNET

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Home > Kitchen & Household > Small Appliances The Explorian E310 had a good run, but after more than 10 years, Vitamix is retiring its cheapest model. Meet the entry-level replacement. Vitamix’s Explorian E310 is heading to the blender graveyard. We got the scoop on its budget-friendly replacement. While searching for the best blenders, you’ll find that Vitamix’s Explorian E310 comes highly recommended for its power, durable design and intuitive interface, especially since it was the cheapest Vitamix model at $380 (still expensive for a blender) and often on sale for much less. After hours of testing and evaluating overall value, we dubbed the mighty Explorian the best blender for most people and stamped it with a CNET Editors’ Choice badge. As we began retesting blenders for an updated list in 2026, we discovered that, despite its popularity and critical acclaim, the Explorian series is no longer