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KitchenAid K400 Blender vs Vitamix Ascent X5 vs Vitamix Ascent X2

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55 signal

27 reviews

67 signal

12 reviews

79 signal

30 reviews

In short

Reliability is the story with the KitchenAid K400 Blender: most owners report the jar leaking from the base, a failing bearing, grease or rusty residue, and a growing noise, often within a year or two.

Most owners love the Vitamix Ascent X5 for its smooth blends, sturdy build and programs, and several came from a Ninja or Blendtec.

Physical knob and switches alongside the presets; a few dislike the container detection.

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Specs

Type
Full-size blender
Capacity
1.4 L
Model number
5KSB4026
Power
1200 W
Type
High-speed blender
Capacity
48 oz
Model number
VM0234
Power
1500 W
Type
High-speed blender
Capacity
48 oz
Model number
VM0231
Power
1500 W

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