Vitamix
Vitamix Ascent Series A3500
Best high-performance blender for home cooks seeking precision and effortless cleanup.
Elevate your kitchen with the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500, a high-performance blender designed for modern living. Simplify meal prep with four automatic programs for smoothies, hot soups, dips, and frozen desserts. Its intuitive touchscreen and programmable timer ensure perfect consistency, while built-in wireless connectivity keeps it updated with future innovations. Enjoy effortless cleanup thanks to the self-cleaning program and dishwasher-safe parts. This blender combines power, versatility, and user-friendly features for exceptional results.
$675.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
73
/ 571
#73 in Blenders
Price vs Category Average
+255%
Above average
Series
Ascent
/ Ascent
Who it's for
- Home cooks demanding restaurant-quality textures and versatility
- Busy professionals needing automated, hands-off blending convenience
- Long-term investors seeking a durable, reliable kitchen appliance
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for entry-level pricing
- Traditionalists who prefer tactile, physical controls over touchscreens
- Owners of legacy Vitamix jars seeking universal compatibility
Performance breakdown
Blending Power
The 2.2-peak horsepower motor pulverizes even the toughest fibrous ingredients effortlessly.
Interface Intuition
Touchscreen controls and programmable timers make complex blending tasks remarkably simple.
Versatility
Automatic programs handle everything from steaming hot soups to frozen desserts.
Maintenance Ease
Self-cleaning cycle and dishwasher-safe components eliminate the typical post-blending cleanup headache.
Build Quality
Durable Tritan construction ensures long-term reliability for heavy daily kitchen use.
Smart Connectivity
Wireless technology allows the machine to adapt to future container innovations.
Key Specs
Series
Ascent
Compatibility
Ascent & Venturist Series
Dimensions
11 x 8 x 17 in
Power
2.2-peak HP
Electrical Ratings
120 V, 50-60 Hz, 12 Amps
Capacity
64-ounce
Product Weight
14.92 lbs
Cord Length
4 ft
Features
- Four automatic programs for convenience
- Intuitive touchscreen interface
- Programmable timer for precise blending
- Wireless connectivity for future updates
- Self-cleaning program for easy maintenance
- Variable speed and pulse control
- Compatible with Self-Detect™ containers
- Durable Tritan container material
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly value the Vitamix A3500 for its exceptional blending power, easily achieving incredibly smooth textures in everything from smoothies to hot soups. The robust build quality reinforces its premium status, suggesting long-term reliability. Users appreciate the smart features, like programmable settings and container recognition, which simplify operation. While the initial cost is a significant consideration, many feel the high performance justifies the investment. Minor drawbacks include the considerable noise level and large countertop footprint. Overall, this blender is recognized as a powerful workhorse delivering superior results for serious home cooks.
Know before you buy
The blender uses built-in wireless technology to detect the size of the container you have attached and automatically adjusts the blending settings accordingly. It also ensures your machine remains compatible with future Vitamix container innovations as they are released.
Yes, the A3500 features a dedicated hot soup program that uses the friction of the blades to heat cold ingredients to steaming hot temperatures in about six minutes.
Cleanup is straightforward; you can use the built-in self-cleaning program by adding a drop of dish soap and warm water to the container and running it for 60 seconds. Additionally, the container, lid, and tamper are all dishwasher-safe for a deeper clean.
The touchscreen is designed to be responsive and intuitive, though it is best to wipe your hands before operating the controls. The interface is flat and seamless, which makes it much easier to wipe down and keep clean compared to traditional buttons or knobs.
Yes, the A3500 includes a tamper. It is essential for processing thick mixtures like nut butters, frozen desserts, or hummus, as it allows you to push ingredients down into the blades without stopping the machine.
The unit stands 17 inches tall. We recommend measuring the clearance between your countertop and the bottom of your upper cabinets to ensure it fits comfortably in your preferred storage spot.
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