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Vitamix A3500
Blendtec Classic 575
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Blender Type
Full Size Blender
Power
1,640 W
Hot Blending
Yes
Blender Type
Full Size Blender
Power
1,560 W
Hot Blending
Yes
Our Verdict
Vitamix A3500
Blendtec Classic 575
The Vitamix A3500 is better for most purposes than the Blendtec Classic 575. The Vitamix has a better build quality and a better overall blending performance, especially for processing tough ingredients like nuts. It's also significantly quieter when it's running. However, the Blendtec has a bigger capacity, and its dull blades make it easier to clean by hand.
Variants
- A3500 (Black Stainless Metal Finish)
- A3500 (Black W/ Stainless Steel Container)
- Classic 575 (Black w/ Spoonula)
- Classic 575 (White w/ Spoonula)
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Black Stainless Metal Finish
A3500
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Classic 575
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Black W/ Stainless Steel Container
A3500
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Brushed Stainless Metal Finish
A3500
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Candy Apple Red
A3500
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Copper
A3500
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Graphite Metal Finish
A3500
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Matte Navy
A3500
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Matte Sage
A3500
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Silver W/ Entertaining Bundle
A3500
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White
A3500
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Main Differences for
Multi-Purpose
Multi-Purpose
Threshold
Multi-Purpose
9.3
8.4
Nut Butter
8.8
4.7
Build Quality
9.0
7.0
Cleaning
7.5
8.5
Noise
7.2
5.2
Full Comparison
Design
Dimensions
Blender Type
Full Size Blender
Full Size Blender
Box Picture
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Height
17.1" (43.4 cm)
15.2" (38.7 cm)
Width
8.0" (20.4 cm)
7.3" (18.7 cm)
Depth
11.3" (28.6 cm)
8.0" (20.3 cm)
Weight
14.9 lbs (6.8 kg)
7.6 lbs (3.5 kg)
Shaft Length (Immersion Blenders)
N/A
N/A
Build Quality
9.0
7.0
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Jar Capacity
9.0
9.9
Main Jar Capacity
64.0 oz (1,893 ml)
90.0 oz (2,662 ml)
Additional Jar Capacity
N/A
N/A
Jar/Beaker Materials
Jar Picture
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Jar/Beaker Material
BPA-Free Plastic
BPA-Free Plastic
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes
Blades
Blades Picture
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Blade Type
Sharp
Blunt
Blade Count
4
2
Removable
No
No
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes
Lid
Lid Picture
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Two-Part Lid
Yes
Yes
Lid Closing Type
Friction
Friction
Power Cord
Cable Picture
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Stow-Away Compartment
Yes
No
Cord Length
3.9 ft (1.2 m)
2.9 ft (0.9 m)
In The Box
Bundle Picture
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Performance
Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches)
10
9.5
Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) Photo
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Jar Used
Main Jar
Main Jar
Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) Video
Fibrous Ingredients Processing
10
9.5
Fibrous Ingredients Texture
10
9.5
Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity)
10
9.9
Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) Photo
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Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) Video
Jar Used
Main Jar
Main Jar
Fibrous Ingredients Processing
10
9.5
Fibrous Ingredients Texture
10
10
Crushed Ice
10
9.9
Crushed Ice Photo
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Crushed Ice Video
Crushed Ice Preparation
10
9.5
Crushed Ice Texture
10
10
Nut Butter
8.8
4.7
Nut Butter Picture
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Nut Butter Video
Nut Butter Preparation
7.0
2.0
Nut Butter Texture
10
6.5
Noise
7.2
5.2
Noise @ Max Speed
92.8 dB
99.4 dB
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Blade Speed
Min Speed
1,400 RPM
4,900 RPM
Power
1,640 W
1,560 W
Max Speed
22,800 RPM
22,200 RPM
Speed Adjustment Based On Jar Type
Yes
No
Ease Of Use
Controls And Programs
Control Panel
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On/Off Switch
Yes
Yes
Speed Presets
0
5
Hot Blending
Yes
Yes
Speed Dial
Yes
No
Pulse/Turbo Mode
Yes
Yes
Programs
5
4
Blending Time Indicator
Yes
Yes
Programmable Timer
Yes
No
Cleaning
7.5
8.5
Self-Cleaning Video
Cleaning Video
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Black Stainless Metal Finish
A3500
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Classic 575
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A3500
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White w/ Spoonula
Classic 575
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Brushed Stainless Metal Finish
A3500
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Candy Apple Red
A3500
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Copper
A3500
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Graphite Metal Finish
A3500
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Matte Navy
A3500
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Matte Sage
A3500
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Silver W/ Entertaining Bundle
A3500
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White
A3500
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A3500 Gourmet SmartPrep Kitchen System
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