Experts recommend Vitamix A3500 more than Vitamix S30
As of 3 Apr 2024, experts prefer Vitamix A3500 over Vitamix S30, but both Blenders have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Vitamix A3500 received 8 recommendations: from T3 (19 Jul 2023), The Strategist (12 Jan 2024) Good Housekeeping (2 Feb 2024) and 5 others. By contrast, Vitamix S30 received only 1 recommendation from T3 (19 Jul 2023).
Rank | Change | Price | Blender | T3 | The Strategist | Good Housekeeping | Tom's Guide | Delish | TechGearLab | TechRadar | Forbes | Rtings.com | Reviewed |
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1 | - | $679 | Vitamix A3500 The Vitamix A3500 blender is highly praised for its generous container size, powerful motor, variable speed controls, and easy cleaning process, making it a versatile and reliable choice for blending tasks. | 4 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 5 | - | 3 | 9 | - | 2 |
39 | N/A | Check price | Vitamix S30 | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 19 Jul 2023 T3 ranked Vitamix A3500 as #4 and Vitamix S30 as #6
Rank Blender Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 12 Vitamix A3500 Best premium blender... ... ... #6 out of 12 Vitamix S30 Like a high-end Nutribullet... ... ... Source: www.t3.com - On 12 Jan 2024 The Strategist ranked Vitamix A3500 as #5
Rank Blender Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 11 Vitamix A3500 Best blender with touchscreen... ... ... Source: nymag.com - On 2 Feb 2024 Good Housekeeping ranked Vitamix A3500 as #1
Rank Blender Comment #1 out of 7 Vitamix A3500 Best Overall... ... ... Source: www.goodhousekeeping.com - On 3 Feb 2024 Tom's Guide ranked Vitamix A3500 as #4
Rank Blender Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 10 Vitamix A3500 The best smart blender... ... ... Source: www.tomsguide.com - On 27 Oct 2022 Delish ranked Vitamix A3500 as #5
Rank Blender Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 10 Vitamix A3500 Best Large-Capacity Blender... ... ... Source: www.delish.com - On 28 Feb 2024 TechRadar ranked Vitamix A3500 as #3
Rank Blender Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 11 Vitamix A3500 Best premium blender... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com - On 18 Nov 2023 Forbes ranked Vitamix A3500 as #9
Rank Blender Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 9 Vitamix A3500 Best High-End BlenderSource: www.forbes.com - On 19 Dec 2023 Reviewed ranked Vitamix A3500 as #2
Rank Blender Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 11 Vitamix A3500 Best Vitamix / Editors' Choice... ... ... Source: www.reviewed.com
After counting and adding up the 92 expert endorsements of the April rankings, Vitamix A3500 outranks Vitamix S30. This is not to say that Vitamix S30 is a bad option. Like Vitamix A3500, it is recommended by experts, but less.
Rank | Change | Price | Blender | T3 | The Strategist | Good Housekeeping | Tom's Guide | Delish | TechGearLab | TechRadar | Forbes | Rtings.com | Reviewed |
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1 | - | $679 | Vitamix A3500 The Vitamix A3500 blender is highly praised for its generous container size, powerful motor, variable speed controls, and easy cleaning process, making it a versatile and reliable choice for blending tasks. | 4 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 5 | - | 3 | 9 | - | 2 |
2 | - | Check price | KitchenAid K400 The KitchenAid K400 Blender is a powerful and versatile blender with a durable container, multiple blending speeds and programs, and easy cleaning options, making it a reliable and user-friendly choice for various blending tasks. | 1 | - | 7 | - | 2 | - | 5 | - | 2 | 4 |
3 | - | $539 | Breville The Super Q The Breville The Super Q Blender is a powerful and versatile blender with a range of features, including 12 speed settings and five pre-programmed settings, making it suitable for various blending tasks, and its easy cleaning options and durable construction make it a reliable choice. | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 7 | - | - | 3 |
4 | - | $379 | Vitamix 5200 The Vitamix 5200 is a powerful and durable blender with a large capacity and variable speed control, making it a versatile and reliable option for any kitchen. | - | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Expert reviews [22]
- with a score: 8
- without a score: 14
Highest score by Homes & Gardens | 100 |
Average score based on 22 reviews | 93 |
Lowest score by CNET | 74 |
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- Program Settings: Five program settings (for Smoothies, Hot Soups, Dips & Spreads, Frozen Desserts, and Self-Cleaning) ensure walk-away convenience and consistent results. The A3500 pairs with the Vitamix Perfect Blend App: Unlock the Ascent Series A3500's full potential with 17 programs and 500+ recipes with the iOS + Android app.
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- 20-ounce portable container with flip-top lid
- 40-ounce compact container for small family meals
- Easy-to-use Variable Speed Control and Pulse feature
- Powerful 790-watt motor
- Backed by a 5-year full warranty and 30-day guarantee
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Vitamix A3500 is a popular option at the top of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling blenders and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Vitamix Pro Series 750 or Vitamix Ascent A2500 .
Vitamix A3500 is $540.05 more expensive than the average blender ($138.95).
Vitamix S30 is a well-known and one of the most expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling blenders and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Pampered Chef Deluxe Cooking or Cuisinart Hurricane Pro .
Vitamix S30 is $261.04 more expensive than an average blender ($138.95).