Oster Master Series with Texture Select vs Vitamix E310 Explorian
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Quick verdict
Vitamix E310 Explorian edges it overall, winning 2 of 4 rating categories. Oster Master Series with Texture Select is cheaper to start ($60 vs $350).
You’re beginners who want a full-size glass jar and a to-go cup for under $70. Choose thin, medium or thick and it blends to that texture automatically. The glass jar resists stains and odors, and the included to-go cup covers single smoothies.
Check priceYou’re getting Vitamix performance for about $100-$150 less. Vitamix’s entry model blends nearly as smoothly as the 5200 with a shorter jar that fits under cabinets. It’s the high-end blender we’d recommend to most smoothie fans.
Check priceSide by side
| Oster Master Series with Texture Select | Vitamix E310 Explorian | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 4.2/5 | 4.6/5 |
| Smoothness (greens & seeds) | 3.7/5 | 4.8/5 |
| Frozen fruit & ice | 4/5 | 4.7/5 |
| Ease of use & cleaning | 4.5/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Value | 4.6/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Typical price | $60 | $350 |
| Type | Full-size | Full-size |
| Power | 1,200 W | 1,380 W (2 HP) |
| Capacity | 6-cup glass jar + 24 oz to-go cup | 48 oz |
| Tamper | No | Yes |
| Dishwasher-safe | Yes | No: self-cleans |
| Warranty | See Oster’s warranty terms | 5 years |
| Best for | Beginners who want a full-size glass jar and a to-go cup for under $70 | Getting Vitamix performance for about $100-$150 less |
Oster Master Series with Texture Select: pros & cons
- Texture Select programs are beginner-friendly
- Glass jar plus a to-go cup
- Inexpensive
- Glass jar is heavy
- Not as smooth with greens as premium models
Read the full Oster Master Series with Texture Select review
Vitamix E310 Explorian: pros & cons
- Near-identical smoothness to pricier Vitamix models
- 48-oz jar fits under cabinets and suits 1-3 smoothies
- Includes tamper
- Frequently on sale
- Still a big investment
- Shorter warranty than the 5200
- No presets