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Vitamix 5200
Vitamix · Kitchen / Small Appliances
CANONICAL STAT
The estimated idiot index of the Vitamix Vitamix 5200 is 3.3x — it retails for $449.95 while its raw materials cost approximately $135.
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Retail price
$449.95
Raw materials
$135
All-in cost (materials + labor + shipping)
$181
3.3x
idiot index (price ÷ materials)
2.5x
vs all-in cost
30%
materials share of price
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