Customer Ratings & Reviews

Great blunder works just fine nothing wrong with it so far

I've had the Vitamix Ascent X4 Blender for a while now, and I gotta say, it's pretty impressive. This blender has been a great addition to my kitchen, and I find myself using it almost every day. It's got a sleek black stainless steel finish, and it looks really cool on my counter. The design is super modern and fits right in with my other appliances. It's sturdy too, so I don't worry about it moving around when I'm blending stuff. When it comes to performance, this thing is a beast. It has a 2.2 HP motor, which is super strong and can handle almost anything you throw at it. I've made smoothies, soups, and even frozen desserts, and it does the job perfectly every time. There’s no issue blending tough ingredients like kale or ice, which was a problem with my old blender. Everything comes out smooth and consistent, which is what I expect from a high-quality blender like this. The blender comes with a 48-ounce BPA-free container, which is a pretty good size for most of my blending needs. Whether I’m making a small batch or a larger one, it works well. The container has a soft-grip handle, so it's easy to hold and pour from. I also really like the tamper that comes with it. At first, I wasn’t sure if I’d use it, but it helps a lot when blending thicker stuff like nut butters or frozen desserts. The tamper even has a little spot on the motor base where you can store it, so it doesn’t get lost. One of the coolest things about this blender is the touchscreen and the preset programs. There are five preset options: Smoothies, Frozen Desserts, Soups, Frozen Cocktails, and Dips & Spreads. These settings make it super easy to blend different recipes without guessing at the right speed or time. Just select the program, and the blender does the rest. The timer feature is great too, so you don’t have to stand there watching it blend. You can just set it and walk away. Another thing I love is the variable speed control. It gives me a lot of control over the texture of whatever I’m making. If I want something chunky like salsa, I can use a lower speed, and if I want something smooth like soup, I can crank it up. The pulse feature is handy too when you need a quick burst of power. Now, let’s talk about the noise. This blender isn’t the quietest out there, especially at high speeds. But with a motor this powerful, it’s kind of expected. The noise is there, but it’s not unbearable, and considering how fast it blends, the noise doesn’t last long. One of my favorite features is the self-detect technology. It automatically adjusts the settings based on the container size, which is super helpful when you’re using smaller containers that you can buy separately. I like that I don’t have to worry about adjusting the settings manually, especially when I’m in a hurry. Cleaning this blender is also a breeze. It has a self-cleaning feature that works really well. All you need to do is add some warm water and dish soap, and it cleans itself in less than a minute. The container is dishwasher-safe too, but I usually just use the self-cleaning feature since it works so well. And because the blades are fixed, you don’t have to worry about taking them apart to clean them, which is nice. If you make smoothies, soups, or frozen desserts regularly, this blender is going to last a long time and give you great results every time. Vitamix even offers a 10-year warranty, so I’m confident this blender will last me a long time. One thing I do wish, though, is that the container was a bit bigger. My old blender had a 72-ounce container, and this one is only 48 ounces. It’s not a huge deal, but if you’re making larger batches, you might need to do it in two rounds. Vitamix does sell larger containers separately, though, so that’s always an option. Also, the blender is a bit tall and doesn’t fit under my kitchen cabinets easily, so I have to store it on the counter. That’s just a minor inconvenience, though. All in all, I’m really happy with the Vitamix Ascent X4 Blender. It’s powerful, easy to use, and easy to clean. Plus, it looks great in my kitchen.

I have been using Vitamix blenders a few times a week for more years than I want to remember given I work in a kitchen, and if I can sum up my thoughts on this unit in a few words they would be, “it will do everything you want or need, do it very well, and last for many years.” Specific to this unit, I am very impressed. Everything is well-built, solid, seals perfectly, and just “feels good.” The base has some weight. Some good not moving around weight. Stable. I really like the container size, not only just with regards to volume (48 oz, which is reasonable), but also shape and height. It is a little stouter than I am used to. I don’t really have a lot of counter space, so while the base has a little bit of a footprint, that its height comes in a “little bit” lower gives me a “little” more play in where I can store it as an entire unit. Beyond that, the screen is very clear, the dial has a nice feel and it as well as all of the buttons are responsive, intuitive, and easy to understand. Admittedly, it is taking me a bit to get used to the lack of physical buttons, but that is more of a muscle memory thing specific to my experience. Lastly, the inclusion of an attachable tamper holder is a nice add. All in all, zero complaints with the hardware. For me, while a fair amount of this unit is familiar, the styling is not, as it is clearly geared towards home use…and I think it looks great. All black. Clean. Simple. Some may say plain, or boring, but it Is perfect for me. They do also offer a couple of other color choices. That said, I do think the all black would work in just about any setting. So, generally, it has the build, and the looks, which of course is important, but where this blender really shines is in use. It is extremely versatile, with much more power than I think you will ever need. It can get a tad loud, but a lot of that is not the blender itself (it does have some noise), but rather the materials it is bending (blending?) to its will. New to me are all of the blending programs, the digital timer, the tamper indicator, and the add 15-seconds button. While I haven’t gotten into more than a few smoothies and a killer batch of loaded baked potato soup (ok and some drinks) so far, I think these are all really nice value adds. I lean heavily on the pulse and especially the variable speed and they have been perfect for me. I am looking forward to getting into a lot more, especially with fall arriving in my area with (hopefully) some cooler weather. Also new to me is the self-cleaning program. I love it. As is, everything is easy to clean on its own, but this added bonus (to me) is welcome. I, sadly, do not have a dishwasher, so any help is appreciated, even if I just use it to assist in what I typically would do. Vitamix does include a fairly nice little recipe book for those looking for inspiration or something new. Lastly, this blender is designed to be part of what Vitamix calls their self-detect system. I had never heard of this before, and it is pretty wild and I think a fairly innovative system where they offer a few different compatible containers and attachments that the blender…self-detects and allows you to use. Clearly this unit is somewhat of an investment, and these accessories are more of the same, but given I think this blender will last for some time, I like having the option to increase its usefulness. Less useful, but more fun, they also offer containers in a few colors as well as stainless steel. In the end, I really do like this blender, and I am very happy with it so far. It is extremely versatile, works very well, is built very well, and is easy to use as well as easy to clean. I like having a little peace of mind that it comes from a reputable brand in the space, carries a solid warranty, and should last for many years. The option to possibly expand the system is nice, even if I never decide to, and while it does come at a slight premium, I think for the quality you get and all that comes along with it, the value is there.

The biggest reason I was interested in this was the 10-year warranty. Upon first unboxing you can feel the quality of all the components here. The container is high quality plastic that feels solid and is safe to wash in the dishwasher. The base is surrounded by metal. They have rubber components to help reduce noise and keep everything sturdy on the counter. You can tell a lot of thought went into it just from the little quality of life things you find along the way. But what I like the most is that the gear on the blender itself and the container is metal. Making it so that breaking is unlikely. Which I would think is a common failure point most blenders. The motor is supposed to also be excellent. But I don’t have a way to quantify that. As for the performance. Its excellent. Noise gets to a max of about 90 – 92 dB with full power (100 dB with my Ninja) It had no issues pulverizing anything that I put in it. And it does a great job where I haven’t found any chunks of anything. Unlike with my Ninja that I was using prior where I usually get tiny morsels of spinach or fruit that wasn’t fully smoothy-ized. Consistency is also right on the money and better than the Ninja. Also, like how you can manually adjust that as your making something to make thinner or thicker depending on your preference. Self-detect also works great at adjusting automatically based on what it senses. If I were putting ratings to them on premade modes (smoothy). 10/10 for this, 8.5/10 with the Ninja. However, if you are doing anything custom or doing adjustments that is where you will see a big difference with the Vitamix. The price difference there is crazy. But this is certainly a superior product. But only you can decide if that difference in price is justifiable or not based on what you’re using it for. If just premade modes, then probably not worth it. If you are going to be doing it for a lot of different things and/or doing customization then it is likely worth the investment. Additionally, if you are fully satisfied with your current blending upgrading is likely not going to net you a huge increase in satisfaction. Not that you’d regret it. But this is certainly an investment. But that 10-year warranty helped justify it for me. Comes with a 48-ounce container that is well made. Has a rubber handle. Pours nicely. Easy to clean. Twist top that allows access for the tamper. The tamper does not reach to the blades, so it won’t be damage when using. Rubber base. The tamper itself is just lightweight plastic. Does have a little holder that attaches to the side. Can be put in dishwasher. The self-cleaning function works well on cleaning this almost all the way. Navigation is simple. The buttons are touch, quite sensitive along with a large circular knob that feels good. You use the circular knob to rotate to the five different blending programs (smoothies, frozen desserts, soups, frozen cocktails, dips and spreads). On the right you have an add 15 seconds button in case you need a bit more. Start stop is on the bottom right. You can also do things manually if you so wish on the left side. Pulse in the bottom left. The display is nice as it will count down the time along with show you what power setting it is on. I like that if you don’t have the container on the base then it won’t start anything as it shows no container on the display. It has good heft to it while also being relatively low profile. Everything also just feels SOLID. Recipe book is simple but gives a lot of ideas. Comes on nicely printed paper/booklet. There is an on/off button but it is hidden on inferior right hand side. Which I was not aware of. CONS: I hate doing this but I really don’t have any except for the price. As it is very expensive. But arguable the price is warranted and worth it depending on what you’re using the tool for. Accessories for the most part are reasonably priced. But others are quite expensive as well. But when you’re going for premium that tends to be the case.

This blender WAS amazing until the motor broke 5 months into using it. We only rarely were using it maybe once a week. It is a large investment to only have it work properly for about half a year. Better off buying a less expensive blender if it’s only going to break so soon.

Excellent good, good, good. Motor perfect. I love 1

Great blender, works great for soups. The self-cleaning function is awesome

My family loves this blender. All the drinks come out super smooth!

The most amazing kitchen appliance.... EVER!! Absolutely worth the money!!

The it’s one of the best blenders on the market. You can’t go wrong. Everything come out smooth.

We used it strictly for smoothies. While it worked well, unfortunately it broke down after about 9 months. Motor gave out.

I love it , so powerful, and soap cimes out delicious

the wrong color sent but blender itself is amazing!

Use my food processor on it works very good. I would recommend

The Vitamix x4 blends everything I can throw in it.

Vitamix, a brand known for its premium quality kitchen appliances, continues to deliver blenders that appeal to both professional chefs and home cooks. At first glance, the Vitamix Ascent A3500 impresses with its sleek and modern design. The stainless steel blades are laser-cut and designed for durability, and the jar is made from BPA-free plastic, which, while not as durable as glass, is much lighter and safer for everyday use. One of the best elements of the A3500 is its self-cleaning function. After using the blender, simply add a drop of dish soap and some warm water into the jar, and the blender can clean itself in under a minute. This is an invaluable feature for users who blend regularly and don’t want to spend too much time cleaning up. The Vitamix Ascent A3500 boasts a 2.2-horsepower motor, which translates to around 1440 watts of raw blending power. This level of power allows the blender to handle just about any task you throw at it. One of the areas where the A3500 truly excels is in its ability to pulverize tough ingredients like nuts, seeds, and ice. Many cheaper blenders struggle to achieve a smooth texture when processing fibrous vegetables or hard ingredients, but the A3500 effortlessly blends them into a silky, consistent finish. This is particularly evident when making green smoothies; kale, spinach, and other leafy greens are processed down into a drinkable liquid without leaving any fibrous chunks behind. MY favorite recipe is 2 bananas, a cup of spinach, a cup of frozen blueberries, and a bit of water. An amazing way to start the day. In addition to the variable speed control, the A3500 also comes with five pre-programmed settings: Smoothies, Hot Soups, Frozen Desserts, Dips & Spreads, and Self-Cleaning. These programs are designed to take the guesswork out of blending; simply select the program you need, and the blender will automatically adjust its speed and blending time to achieve the perfect result. For busy individuals or those new to blending, these settings can save time and ensure consistent results. The pre-programmed settings also help with multitasking in the kitchen. For instance, when making a smoothie, you can select the smoothie program and walk away to prepare other ingredients while the blender does its job. The result is perfect every time, without the need to monitor or manually adjust the blending speed.

It’s ok - it’s doesn’t blend smoothies as good as it should for the price. My kitchen aide was the best.

Kidding, but not really. Vitamix carries the name in high quality blenders and this is no different. Packaging: Packaging is pretty straightforward, cardboard box with the blender, container, tamper, a tamper holder and the recipe book. I could say more here but it would be fluff. Use: The thing has power, but it's a Vitamix so that's expected. I will say that I'm disappointed that the container is plastic, even if it is BPA free, you get glass with other brands that cost much less. I dont know the reasoning behind it but I guess it's less likely to break? I've made smoothies in it, I'm considering making soup in it but havent gotten that far yet. It has a pretty nifty self-cleaning function and not that you couldn't just do that yourself by holding down the button, but it's one of the many programs built into the device. it's quick so I dont have to concern myself with putting it in the dishwasher. The programs themselves are pretty cool, although the X4 has fewer than the X5, which is fine, I suppose there has to be a difference in the levels, and if those additional programs are important to you, it might be worth stepping up to the X5. Either way I'm thrilled with the functionality of it. I've made some frozen adult beverages with it quickly and easily. Overall: It's a great mixer, I dont love the plastic container but it's a minor gripe, at least it shouldn't be too expensive to replace if something happens to it. If you're in the market for a vitamix, this is a worthy contender.

Not real impressed the pitcher moves around to much

I was introduced to Vitamix in the late 70’s when a friend gave me a Vita-Mix 3600 with the instant reversing blades. It was a beast, loud and powerful. The only “blender” that was powerful enough to heat the contents simply by friction. Fast forward 50 years and we have the new Ascent X series X4. Starting with the four new models, I think the important thing to know regardless of the model is that your finished product will be consistent across the line and across the brand. The only major difference between the models is the controls and how you interact with the machine to create your concoctions - switches vs buttons and programs or not. The Vitamix Ascent X4 comes with the stainless steel and black motor base, 48 ounce slim profile container, food tamper and holder, printed recipe book, quick start guide and instruction book. The X4 model comes with five programmed presets, a self- cleaning preset, pulse button, variable speed dial, start/stop button, add 15 second button and digital display. Using the X4 couldn't be easier, fill the container and press the start button. What sets a Vitamix apart from any other blender is the raw power. When making smoothies, it's this power that breaks down the fruit and vegetable fibers and ice to the point you would think the drink was run through a strainer. I made cashew butter and was amazed that it was chunk free. I like the smaller 48 oz container that comes with the X4 rather than the larger 64oz from previous models. In a household of only two people, making smaller portions seems a little easier. If you need a larger container, they are available and the nice thing with the Ascent series is that by using the Self-Detect technology, the motor base knows what container or device like food processor or nut grinder you are using and adjusts programs accordingly. My only negative with this machine is the build of the food tamper. It reminds me of those blow-mold teddy bears I used to see at amusement park arcades, put .50 cents in the machine and watch it blow-mold the toy. With the incredible quality of the rest of the machine, the tamper just feels a bit light and weak to me. That said, it does what it's supposed to do and getting over my fear of grinding it into the blades went away after the second or third use. The included tamper holder attaches to either side of the machine but I find it gets in the way more than I care for, especially if your kitchen counter is short on space like mine. Another nice feature on the X4 model is that the display shows you when to use the tamper to make sure your food is getting blended properly. The included recipe book is really well designed and printed on very heavy paper. The nice thing about the recipes is that they are just a starting point and lay the groundwork of all the many things you can make with this machine once you get past making smoothies and frozen cocktails. It also gives you manual directions for foods that don’t have a preset program setting for. The X4 has five preset programs, the X5 has 10 and the X3 has 3, but like I said earlier, these are just conveniences and don’t make a difference in getting to the final product. Another thing I’ve heard is how noisy Vitamix machines are. I found the motor itself to be very quiet but the noise comes from the foods you are processing, like ice, frozen fruits and vegetables and nuts getting thrust around the plastic container - yes, you are going to hear this, and in many cases, it’s going to be louder than you might be used to. I can say it’s not as loud as my 3600 from back in the day. I am really impressed with my Vitamix Ascent X4 and am looking forward to using it to start eating healthier. Yes, getting past the price can be difficult but know that these come with a 10 year warranty - something I’ve never seen with other appliances. With proper use and care, your Vitamix will be passed down generations just like your grandmother's Kitchenaid stand mixer. I give it five stars and highly recommend it.