Vitamix · Updated June 2026
Vitamix Ascent Series A3500: price, specs & release date
Vitamix Ascent Series A3500, released 2017. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 is listed at $699.95 on vitamix.com as of 2026-06-27, the most expensive blenders (median $315); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 38/100 pay-blind standing, #14 of 22 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Powerful motor liquidizes tough, fibrous ingredients into ultra-smooth smoothies; Crushes ice quickly and evenly.
- Skip if Expensive premium price (cheaper only when refurbished) is a dealbreaker.
Is the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 a good buy?
At $700, the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 is the most expensive of the 20 blenders we track, where the median is $315. On the spec sheet, its warranty years of 10 is the highest of the 22, its motor watts of 1440 is above the median of the 20, and its speed settings of 10 is above the median of the 18.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Outlets on record2 tested · 1 mention-only
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Two independent labs measured this product across 2 physical metrics — weight and sound level. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500
Three whitelisted testers (Tom's Guide, TechRadar, Reviewed) rate the A3500 among the best blenders they've tested: powerful, ultra-smooth smoothies, effortless ice-crushing and easy self-cleaning, backed by a 10-year warranty. All three flag its high premium price; Tom's Guide and TechRadar also note its heft (~15 lb) and weaker results on small or thick tasks like nut butter, oat milk and mayo.
Based on 3 reviews · 3 lab-tested · 2021-06-07–2026-01-12
Tested by Tom's Guide, TechRadar, Reviewed
Consistently praised
- Powerful motor liquidizes tough, fibrous ingredients into ultra-smooth smoothies · 3 sources
- Crushes ice quickly and evenly · 2 sources
- Easy to clean via effective self-clean cycle · 2 sources
- Long 10-year warranty and sturdy, built-to-last construction · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Expensive premium price (cheaper only when refurbished) · 3 sources
- Large and heavy (~15 lb), awkward to store · 2 sources
- Struggles with small quantities and thick/nut tasks (nut butter, oat milk, hummus, small mayo) · 2 sources
- Loud in operation
Where reviewers disagree Reviewers split on noise. Reviewed is the only source that flags the A3500 as 'Loud'; TechRadar measured 84 dB during a smoothie blend and called the noise 'comparable to other blenders,' and Tom's Guide lists 99.9 dB in its spec box but does not cite loudness among its cons. On small or thick tasks, the two hands-on single-unit reviewers (Tom's Guide, TechRadar) both note weak results, whereas Reviewed's roundup highlights only strengths and doesn't mention that limitation.
The sources (3)
weight: 14.8 pounds · sound level: 99.9 dB
the A3500 excelled at nearly everything we threw in its ample 64-ounce/6-cup pitcher
Ice crushing is one of the most challenging tasks for a blender and the A3500 produced such a consistent shape that you might think it came from a proper ice machine.
Oat milk proved to be a challenge, however. While the blender did produce a milk-like texture, it was accompanied by an unappealing chalkiness.
sound level: 84 dB
These ingredients were completely turned to liquid by this powerful blender
the A3500 crushed ice cubes quickly and evenly on just level 2 of the manual speed settings
When it came to making a small quantity of mayonnaise, the blades didn't reach low enough to blend together two egg yolks with 10ml of vinegar, so we had to double the recipe
Specifications
| Price (US) | $699.95 MSRP, vitamix.com (live, in-stock at research date) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Vitamix |
| Released | 2017 |
| Motor watts | 1440 |
| Jar capacity (oz) | 64 |
| Speed settings | 10 |
| Preset programs | 5 |
| Dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Noise dampening | No |
| Warranty years | 10 |
Source: vitamix.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by walmart.com. VERIFIED on vitamix.com (live): $699.95, 10-Year Full Warranty, 64 oz container, 2.2 HP (12A x 120V = ~1440W). The FIVE program settings are Smoothies, Hot Soups, Dips & Spreads, Frozen Desserts, and SELF-CLEANING (the draft's vague 'plus one more' is corrected: the 5th is Self-Clean; count of 5 is accurate per Walmart listing title and vitamix.com). Variable dial 1-10 plus Pulse. Container dishwasher-safe. No full acoustic enclosure -> noise_dampening false. priceNote corrected: page is live/in-stock, not 'Retired/Coming Soon'.
Is the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 worth it vs cheaper blenders?
Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 against its closest cheaper and pricier blenders on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 20 ranked
| Product | Price | Motor watts | Jar capacity (oz) | Speed settings | Preset programs | Dishwasher safe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 this | $699.95 | 1440 | 64 | 10 | 5 | Yes |
| Vitamix 7500 | $599.95 | — | 64 | 10 | — | No |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500?
Three whitelisted testers (Tom's Guide, TechRadar, Reviewed) rate the A3500 among the best blenders they've tested: powerful, ultra-smooth smoothies, effortless ice-crushing and easy self-cleaning, backed by a 10-year warranty. All three flag its high premium price; Tom's Guide and TechRadar also note its heft (~15 lb) and weaker results on small or thick tasks like nut butter, oat milk and mayo. Praised: Powerful motor liquidizes tough, fibrous ingredients into ultra-smooth smoothies; Crushes ice quickly and evenly; Easy to clean via effective self-clean cycle; Long 10-year warranty and sturdy, built-to-last construction. Flagged: Expensive premium price (cheaper only when refurbished); Large and heavy (~15 lb), awkward to store; Struggles with small quantities and thick/nut tasks (nut butter, oat milk, hummus, small mayo); Loud in operation. (From 3 tester reviews, 3 lab-tested.)
How much does the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 cost?
The Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 has a US price of $699.95 (MSRP, vitamix.com (live, in-stock at research date)), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 compare on price?
At $700, the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 is the most expensive of the 20 blenders we track, where the median is $315.
When was the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 released?
The Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 was released 2017.
What are the Vitamix Ascent Series A3500's key specs?
Vitamix Ascent Series A3500 (Vitamix): motor watts 1440, jar capacity oz 64, speed settings 10, preset programs 5, dishwasher safe Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $699.95 at vitamix.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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