Instead of a speed dial that runs from 1 to 10, the TurboBlend offers a simplified low-medium-high dial as well as a lever for pulsing. Even without the specific numerical power offerings, I found that the three speeds gave me more than enough precision for making nut milk, smoothies, and even mayonnaise. This Legacy model includes a more compact container—still with a ounce capacity, but slightly shorter and wider to fit more easily onto shelves and under kitchen cabinets.
Most notably, this is the household i. The 2. All four models in the series feature built-in timers, wireless connectivity, year warranties, and a sensor that detects the size of the container and adjusts the blender settings accordingly. Also, every blender in this series comes in a choice of colors. The A is the basic model in this series. It comes with all the standard features, like the variable speed-control dial and pulse feature, plus all the fancy stuff that makes Ascent what it is.
Buy it in black, gray, red, or white. Leveling up to the A means you get all of the features of the A including the four color choices , plus three program settings: Smoothies, Hot Soups, and Frozen Desserts. The wireless connectivity means that this blender can adapt to include new updates that Vitamix rolls out in the future.
Available in metal, black, and gray, the A features a sleek touchscreen interface and a programmable built-in timer, so you can customize settings to meet your exact specifications.
It looks less like a Vitamix and more like a futuristic space blender—especially the brushed stainless metal version. This is the top-of-the-line Ascent model, and the most expensive Vitamix product tied with the Professional for sale today. The Explorian is what Vitamix describes as an introduction to high-powered blending—straightforward, simple controls for less money than the Legacy Over the Ohio-based company's near-century of business, Vitamix engineers have designed and perfected a system that allows air to flow around the motor, channeling cooling temps to the spots that need it so it won't overheat.
Not only does this make Vitamix blenders quieter than others on the market, but it also keeps those blades turning for decades. A powerful blender is no use if it's confusing to operate or cumbersome to clean. Whether you opt for a tactile dial or a smart touchscreen interface, Vitamix machines are designed with simple speed controls that you can adjust throughout the blend.
What's more, with a drop of dish soap and warm water, the Vitamix machine cleans itself in 30 to 60 seconds. Lastly, one of the most beloved aspects of Vitamix is its customer support. New machines are insured by up to a year full warranty that covers parts, performance, and return shipping both ways. Certified Reconditioned Vitamix blenders are covered by a five-year warranty. In addition, the Vitamix website is chock-full of tips, tricks, and information on its machines, and also hosts a forum for passionate users to connect.
With nearly 4, reviews and 4, perfect ratings, the Vitamix is Amazon's best-rated Vitamix. Users gush about the machine's power and dependability, calling it the "Chuck Norris of blenders" and "a way of life. It features a classic, simple design that makes it a great introduction to the brand. The , Vitamix's basic model, has a tall, ounce container and easy-to-use variable speed dial, which runs from truly quiet, low settings to electrifying high speeds with impressive subtlety.
Its aircraft-grade stainless steel blades easily pulverize seeds and nuts for homemade butters, and are also capable of the famous Vitamix ability to transform cold ingredients to steaming hot soup in about six minutes. And for adventurous bakers, the can also mill grains. And unlike other blenders, the 's radial cooling fan and thermal protection system keep your machine from overheating. They each lasted about 8 years with heavy use. I use them in a small Espresso bar and I figure they each blended 25, to 40, drinks each before dying.
For home-use the Vitamix should go forever. When people gush about Vitamix in practically reverent tones, it's likely they're thinking of the company's Ascent series—and the A is the top of the line. With the A, you get the Ascent platform with its wireless connectivity and a system of Self-Detect containers, easy-to-clean touchscreen controls, a programmable built-in timer, and a clear locking lid to keep an eye on how your ingredients are blending.
You can even pair your A with the Vitamix Perfect Blend App to get access to 17 programs and hundreds of recipes. Hundreds of shoppers, including dozens who rate the blenders five stars on Amazon, swear by the power of the machine. They rave about how much quieter the A is than older versions, as well as how much of a difference the wireless connectivity makes.
I use this thing everyday and can't help but smile with amazement everytime. This thing is a workhorse! As a peanut butter junkie, Vitamix scratches that itch. Making homemade nut butter is so easy with this and it's done in less than a minute. Not to mention peanut butter tastes so much better homemade than store bought. You can control what goes into every batch.
Ice cream and smoothies are also a breeze with this machine. I was afraid of a learning curve, but the A makes blending so easy. My favorite feature is the set and walk away or maybe it's the use of the Vitamix app to control my blend?
Either way this thing has changed my nutritional life and I'm so happy I pulled the trigger on it. For a smart appliance that gives you tactile control, look at Vitamix's A Ascent blender. It has the same wireless and Bluetooth connectivity as the A model, but offers a variable dial control to manually fine-tune the texture of any recipe.
It also features a built-in timer to make it easier to blend and multitask and automatically adjusts to Vitamix's wide variety of cup, bowl, and container sizes. Amazon shoppers love their A machines for their convenience and performance, saying it's "the best blender out there.
Blending passion fruit on speed 1 gets the pulp out without breaking the seeds, producing a much better juice. Another added , "This thing tears through any food item you place inside of it. We purchased it to replace an aging Cuisinart blender, and the difference is night and day. Reconditioned Vitamix blenders cost hundreds of dollars less than their brand-new counterparts. If something is too good to be true, it's ok to be a bit suspicious, right? Well, we have good news you can actually trust: Those Reconditioned Vitamixes are worth getting.
Yes, "reconditioned" means previously owned, but in order to make it into your waiting arms, certified-reconditioned Vitamix blenders go through a rigorous step process where all of the components are tested to ensure they work. Hi Joie, 1. Yes, the metal ones do decrease noise for sure. Longer longevity? Honestly, not necessarily. What affects longevity are the motor and whether it is cool-running, the gear coupling — metal vs plastic, blade quality and whether it gets dull over time, etc.
Yes, that is correct. Vitamix used to sell the Pro in metal as well, but that was discontinued. I have the A and the touchscreen is really responsive. As soon as you touch any of the controls, they will respond. You are probably worried about the touchscreen being hypersensitive?
If that is the case, nothing actually happens until you press the start button. When you are setting the programs, the speeds, the timer, etc. And as far as cleaning goes, the blender will be unplugged, so that is not an issue either. Or let me rephrase — I inherited my Vitamix blender from my husbands grandma who bought it in the 90s. It is over 30 years old and I use it to this day, no issues whatsoever.
And yes, it is plastic. Thanks for answering, Petra, and for the helpful link to your article about the quietest blenders. About the touch sensitivity, I was actually more concerned about non-responsiveness based on some online reviews that I read , so it is good to know that they are nicely responsive. I am glad it was helpful, Joie. Hmm, that is interesting. I have never had any issues with non-responsiveness.
You do have to touch the entire button — if you touch only half of the button, the touchscreen will not respond. But the buttons are relatively small, so it is pretty hard to not touch the entire button. Both the A and the A are excellent blenders! Which Vitamix has the longest longevity? You mention metal vs plastic gear coupling. Which model has which? Perhaps comparing the ascent models to the Pro and I would say that the Ascent blenders have the longest longevity hence the longest year warranty.
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