Vitamix Ascent X4 vs Ascent X2

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Vitamix Ascent X4
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Our Verdict

Vitamix Ascent X4

Vitamix Ascent X2

The Vitamix Ascent X4 and the Vitamix Ascent X2 are very similar, and both offer a good performance for most uses. The Vitamix Ascent X4 is a higher-end model and has a better build quality and more blending programs than the Vitamix Ascent X2. Its LED screen can display more information, and it has touch-sensitive buttons instead of physical switches. Otherwise, they perform identically and have a similar design and features, including a 48oz jar and tamper holder.

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Variants

  • Ascent X4 (Black Stainless)
  • Ascent X4 (Brushed Stainless)
  • Ascent X4 (Graphite)
  • Ascent X4 (Polar White)
  • Ascent X4 Gourmet SmartPrep (Polar White)
  • Ascent X2 (Midnight Blue)
  • Ascent X2 (Nano Grey)
  • Ascent X2 (Polar White)
  • Ascent X2 (Shadow Black)
  • Ascent X2 SmartPrep (Shadow Black)

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Polar White
Ascent X2
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Polar White
Ascent X4 Gourmet SmartPrep
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Midnight Blue
Ascent X2
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Black Stainless
Ascent X4
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Nano Grey
Ascent X2
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Brushed Stainless
Ascent X4
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Shadow Black
Ascent X2
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Graphite
Ascent X4
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Shadow Black
Ascent X2 SmartPrep
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Main Differences for
Multi-Purpose

Threshold 

0.10

Multi-Purpose 

9.1
9.1
No major differences between these blenders for multi-purpose. See full list of tests below.

Full Comparison

Design

Dimensions 
 

Blender Type 
 

Full Size Blender
Full Size Blender

Box Picture  

Height 
 

17.1" (43.4 cm)
17.1" (43.4 cm)

Width  

7.8" (19.7 cm)
7.8" (19.7 cm)

Depth  

9.7" (24.6 cm)
9.7" (24.6 cm)

Weight 
 

14.4 lbs (6.6 kg)
11.8 lbs (5.4 kg)

Shaft Length (Immersion Blenders) 
 

N/A
N/A
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Build Quality 
 

9.0
8.5

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Jar Capacity 
 

6.5
6.5

Main Jar Capacity 
 

48.0 oz (1,420 ml)
48.0 oz (1,420 ml)

Additional Jar Capacity 
 

N/A
N/A
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Jar/Beaker Materials 
 

Jar Picture  

Optional Jar Picture  

Jar/Beaker Material 
 

BPA-Free Plastic
BPA-Free Plastic

Dishwasher Safe 
 

Yes
Yes
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Blades 
 

Blades Picture  

Blade Type 
 

Sharp
Sharp

Blade Count 
 

4
4

Removable 
 

No
No

Dishwasher Safe 
 

Yes
Yes
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Lid 
 

Lid Picture  

Two-Part Lid 
 

Yes
Yes

Lid Closing Type 
 

Friction
Friction
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Power Cord  

Cable Picture  

Stow-Away Compartment 
 

No
No

Cord Length 
 

3.6 ft (1.1 m)
3.6 ft (1.1 m)
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In The Box  

Bundle Picture  

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Performance

Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) 
 

9.6
9.6

Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) Photo  

Jar Used 
 

Main Jar
Main Jar

Fibrous Ingredients (Small Batches) Video  

Fibrous Ingredients Processing 
 

8.0
8.0

Fibrous Ingredients Texture 
 

10
10
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Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) 
 

8.8
8.8

Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) Photo  

Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity) Video  

Jar Used  

Main Jar
Main Jar

Fibrous Ingredients Processing 
 

6.0
6.0

Fibrous Ingredients Texture 
 

9.5
9.5
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Crushed Ice 
 

9.7
9.6

Crushed Ice Photo  

Crushed Ice Video  

Crushed Ice Preparation 
 

9.0
8.5

Crushed Ice Texture 
 

10
10
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Nut Butter 
 

9.6
9.6

Nut Butter Picture  

Nut Butter Video  

Nut Butter Preparation 
 

9.0
9.0

Nut Butter Texture 
 

10
10
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Noise 
 

7.5
7.3

Noise @ Max Speed 
 

91.3 dB
92.2 dB

Noise Video  

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Blade Speed 
 

Min Speed 
 

1,400 RPM
1,400 RPM

Power 
 

1,440 W
1,440 W

Max Speed 
 

22,500 RPM
22,100 RPM

Speed Adjustment Based On Jar Type 
 

Yes
Yes
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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 
 

6
4

Blending Time Indicator 
 

Yes
Yes

Programmable Timer 
 

No
No
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Cleaning 
 

7.0
7.0

Self-Cleaning Video  

Cleaning Video  

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Polar White
Ascent X4
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Polar White
Ascent X2
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Polar White
Ascent X4 Gourmet SmartPrep
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Midnight Blue
Ascent X2
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Black Stainless
Ascent X4
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Nano Grey
Ascent X2
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Brushed Stainless
Ascent X4
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Shadow Black
Ascent X2
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Graphite
Ascent X4
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Shadow Black
Ascent X2 SmartPrep
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