ONE ONE – Great for getting started (or a second Vitamix). Little (non-full-size):New! Vitamix-quality smoothies and shakes (only) from a small footprint and motor. Recon Standard Recon Standard – Best pick on a budget.Legacy (non-Ascent):Unsurpassed performance meets beloved ergonomics. *?There’s a Recon A2500 Recon A2500 Recon A2500 and Recon A3500 Recon A3500 but often makes more sense to buy new given price difference. Under Blade Scraper Under Blade Scraper.48-oz container with SELF DETECT™ 48-oz container with SELF DETECT™.DIY Bundle – Accessorized best you can get (without going overboard).Recon V1200 Recon V1200 – Best pick on a budget.Sound good? Let’s end that paralysis by analysis and help you finally take the plunge.Īscent (non-Legacy):These are also known as Smart System. This guide’s table of contents organizes everything you ought to know about picking a Vitamix. And of course, quick picks are below. Most people, however, should explore Vitamix models (and accessories) beyond just the best and best deal.
They’re the most versatile and can help with smaller batches of thick blends like almond butter, hummus, and ice cream. So if you want one accessory, get the nifty little Under Blade Scraper Under Blade Scraper ( review) and be done.īut if you must have a second container, get a 48-ounce. They all can make smoothies, hot soups, ice creams, nut butter, batters, flours - they all can make our queso - and because the blade is fixed to the container, they’re all super easy to clean.įrom an accessories standpoint, we find people are most successful when they take a minimalist approach. Why?Īll full-size Vitamix models can do all the things. When our friends and family ask us which Vitamix they should buy, we say: Either get the best ( A3500 A3500 A3500i) or get one of the best deals.