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Vitamix A2300
Vitamix Ascent X3
Tested using Methodology v1.0
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Tested using Methodology v1.0
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Blender Type
Full Size Blender
Power
1,640 W
Hot Blending
Yes
Blender Type
Full Size Blender
Power
1,440 W
Hot Blending
Yes
Our Verdict
Vitamix A2300
Vitamix Ascent X3
The Vitamix A2300 and the Vitamix Ascent X3 have different strengths. The A2300 has a more premium build quality and a bigger 64oz capacity. It performs better at processing big batches of fibrous ingredients and crushing ice. The X3 has a smaller 48oz jar, but it's easier to use for recipes like nut butter. It's much quieter, and its controls include blending programs.
Variants
- A2300 (Black)
- A2300 SmartPrep Kitchen System (Black)
- A2300 (Red)
- A2300 (Slate)
- A2300 (White)
- Ascent X3 (Polar White)
- Ascent X3 (Shadow Black)
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A2300
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Polar White
Ascent X3
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Black
A2300 SmartPrep Kitchen System
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Shadow Black
Ascent X3
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Red
A2300
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Slate
A2300
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White
A2300
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Main Differences for
Multi-Purpose
Multi-Purpose
Threshold
Multi-Purpose
9.1
9.1
Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity)
9.7
8.8
Nut Butter
8.9
9.6
Full Comparison
Design
Dimensions
Blender Type
Full Size Blender
Full Size Blender
Box Picture
Height
17.0" (43.3 cm)
17.1" (43.5 cm)
Width
7.8" (19.9 cm)
7.8" (19.7 cm)
Depth
10.8" (27.5 cm)
9.7" (24.6 cm)
Weight
12.0 lbs (5.4 kg)
11.8 lbs (5.4 kg)
Shaft Length (Immersion Blenders)
N/A
N/A
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
Build Quality Picture
Jar Capacity
9.0
6.5
Main Jar Capacity
64.0 oz (1,893 ml)
48.0 oz (1,420 ml)
Additional Jar Capacity
N/A
N/A
Jar/Beaker Materials
Jar Picture
Optional Jar Picture
Jar/Beaker Material
BPA-Free Plastic
BPA-Free Plastic
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes
Blades
Blades Picture
Blade Type
Sharp
Sharp
Blade Count
4
4
Removable
No
No
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes
Lid
Lid Picture
Two-Part Lid
Yes
Yes
Lid Closing Type
Friction
Friction
Power Cord
Cable Picture
Stow-Away Compartment
Yes
No
Cord Length
4.1 ft (1.2 m)
3.6 ft (1.1 m)
In The Box
Bundle Picture
Performance
Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches)
9.3
9.6
Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) Photo
Jar Used
Main Jar
Main Jar
Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) Video
Fibrous Ingredients Processing
6.5
8.0
Fibrous Ingredients Texture
10
10
Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity)
9.7
8.8
Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) Photo
Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) Video
Jar Used
Main Jar
Main Jar
Fibrous Ingredients Processing
8.5
6.0
Fibrous Ingredients Texture
10
9.5
Crushed Ice
9.6
9.6
Crushed Ice Photo
Crushed Ice Video
Crushed Ice Preparation
8.5
8.5
Crushed Ice Texture
10
10
Nut Butter
8.9
9.6
Nut Butter Picture
Nut Butter Video
Nut Butter Preparation
8.0
9.0
Nut Butter Texture
9.5
10
Noise
6.7
7.4
Noise @ Max Speed
94.9 dB
91.9 dB
Noise Video
Blade Speed
Min Speed
1,400 RPM
1,400 RPM
Power
1,640 W
1,440 W
Max Speed
22,400 RPM
22,700 RPM
Speed Adjustment Based On Jar Type
Yes
Yes
Ease Of Use
Controls And Programs
Control Panel
On/Off Switch
Yes
Yes
Speed Presets
0
0
Hot Blending
Yes
Yes
Speed Dial
Yes
Yes
Pulse/Turbo Mode
Yes
Yes
Programs
0
4
Blending Time Indicator
Yes
Yes
Programmable Timer
No
No
Cleaning
7.5
7.0
Self-Cleaning Video
Cleaning Video
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A2300
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Polar White
Ascent X3
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Black
A2300 SmartPrep Kitchen System
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Shadow Black
Ascent X3
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Red
A2300
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Slate
A2300
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White
A2300
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