Vitamix A2500 Ascent Blender

The blender uses built-in sensors to identify the size of the container you have attached. It then automatically adjusts the blending settings and maximum speed to ensure the machine operates safely and effectively for that specific vessel.

Yes. The friction from the high-speed blades is powerful enough to heat cold ingredients to steaming hot temperatures in about six minutes, allowing you to blend and cook your soup in a single step.

Yes, the 64-ounce container is dishwasher-safe. For quick daily cleaning, you can also add a drop of dish soap and warm water to the container and run the blender on high for 60 seconds.

While the three presets offer convenience, you have full manual control. You can use the variable speed dial to adjust the texture at any point during the blend and use the pulse function for chopping or chunky salsas.

At 17 inches tall, the A2500 is designed to fit under most standard kitchen cabinets. We recommend measuring the clearance between your countertop and the bottom of your upper cabinets to be certain.

The tamper is designed to help you process thick or frozen mixtures, like nut butters or smoothie bowls, by pushing ingredients down into the blades. It is specifically engineered to reach the blades without making contact, ensuring safe operation.