BenchMixer Vortexer Mixer, 115/230 V vs Vornado Mini Vortex Mixer, Gray Cup
Which should you choose?
- ▸If budget is the priority, Vornado Mini Vortex Mixer, Gray Cup is the lower-cost option; BenchMixer Vortexer Mixer, 115/230 V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
Specifications side by side
| Spec | BenchMixer Vortexer Mixer, | Vornado Mini Vortex |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Vortex mixer (high-speed circular motion) | Compact mini vortex mixer (Vornado) |
| Class | Capital — durable bench mixing instrument | Capital — durable bench mixing instrument |
| Voltage | 115 V or 230 V, 50–60 Hz (discrete variants) | — |
| Motion type | Vortex (high-speed circular) — distinct from orbital (BT) / rocker (BR) / nutating (B3D) | — |
| Sister BenchMixer V2 | BV1003 (BenchMixer V2 with flip-top cup head, $342) | — |
| Compatible head accessories | BV1000-COMBO (microplate + microtube combo, $83), BV1000-FLAT (3" flat head, $47), BV1000-H15 (12 × 1.5/2.0 mL horizontal, $119), BV1000-H150 (4 × 15 mL horizontal, $119), BV1000-H500 (2 × 50 mL horizontal, $119) | — |
| Color | — | Gray cup (color-coded variant) |
| Sister BV vortex chasses | — | BV1000 ($303 BenchMixer), BV1003 ($342 V2), BV1005 ($349 Mortexer), BV1007 ($577 MP) |
Highlighted rows differ. Specs are sourced from manufacturer documentation.
FAQ
- What's the difference between the BenchMixer Vortexer Mixer, 115/230 V and the Vornado Mini Vortex Mixer, Gray Cup?
- The main differences are in Type, Class, Voltage. The table above shows every spec side by side; the decision guide highlights which fits which use case.
- Which should I buy?
- If budget is the priority, Vornado Mini Vortex Mixer, Gray Cup is the lower-cost option; BenchMixer Vortexer Mixer, 115/230 V lists higher and typically adds capability or capacity.
- Do both carry a warranty?
- Yes, both are sold through Legacy Lab Supplies as an authorized distributor and carry full manufacturer warranty.
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