I've been familiar with Vitamix's blenders for a long time, and just received the A2500 as a gift. I decided on this blender over other Vitamix blenders because I was excited about the smart detect technology and the compatibility with the food processor attachment. When the blender arrived, I was shocked at how cheap it looked. Right out of the box there were some nicks on the plastic and the entire base is comprised of plastic pieces that don't seem durable. The see-through container and snap on lid, while I understand it's purpose, seems less durable than the black lids. The tamper is what I was most shocked about as it resembles a bowling pin, hollow and cheaply assembled. I've talked to other Vitamix owners about this and the consensus seems that Vitamix has decreased it's quality over the past few years. I'm glad there is a 10 year warranty. I was honestly hoping for more and wasn't expecting this level of disappointment. Are Vitamix's just gonna get more cheap??

My infant daughter has severe eczema and so I've had to go on a strict elimination diet for 9 weeks and counting as I slowly reintroduce foods. I had been waiting years and years to buy a new blender, and I knew I wanted a Vitamix to make truly smooth blends. The 10 year warranty on the Ascent models made the choice for me. I am SO SO glad to have had another way to get my nutrition when it feels like I've been so deprived. Adding spinach or carrots to my fruit smoothie with some collagen powder has made this time so much easier. Be careful not to overdue it will ingredients (the vitamix can handle it easily, but your gut is not made to process that volume of fiber - and it's easy to add to much sugar, even in the form of fruit). Very satisfied with my purchase!

I’m so glad we got our Vitamix. It’s super powerful, and that makes such a difference. Our smoothies are really creamy now. Our old blender left lots of seeds and small chunks, and the Vitamix never does, just does a perfect job. We got the small bowl attachments also, and those have been nice to make dressings for our salads. I appreciate the quality and easy cleanup!

Bought this for my boyfriends birthday. It works great! We have used it for mostly smoothies but also made some salad dressing and chicken tortilla soup. We rinse it after each use and that's enough to keep it clean. I'm very excited to get the to go blender attachments when they come out. Great buy!

I bought it because i thought it will be easier to use compare to the manual one turns out that its not sensing the sensor will take 5 min to 10 minutes of turning or pulling in and out before it senses and E10 always come out so have to turn it on and off.

I bought my vitamix A2500 approx. 2 months ago along with all the attachments. Aside from being a recommended purchase, if space shortage is an issue, you will really enjoy extending the multiple uses of this appliance by purchasing the variety of attachements. It is pricey but, worth it.

Amazing. I have wanted to buy this for so long and I finally went for it and I am so happy!! There truly is nothing like it. You wont regret it. I use min everyday for my morning smoothie and post-workout shakes and I am excited to start trying a lot more recipes!!!

I am considering returning this. I’ve used vitamix for fifteen years but this blender doesn’t crush my ice unless I put it in already crushed. Frozen fruit had to be individually broken up and then I still get chunks. Even if I blend on smoothie setting three times. The stomper doesn’t go down far enough so it won’t push food into the blade. I’ve reached out to customer service about returning snd haven’t heard back. Have not been impressed to say the least.

I bought my Vitamix A2500 with some fear of paying too much but I forgot it quickly with the best texture and delicious mix I can do with it. I really appreciate smooth texture of everything I can put in my Vitamix. The only negative point to me is that I often need the tamper because blades end up turning without touching anything if it's too thick... Now I hope to use it for years to come. :)

I waited 9 years to buy one. I finally did and I am in love with it. Use it every day since I got it a few months ago. It clean up is quick and easy. I highly recommend the A2500. The representative helped me via phone determine which model would work for my needs. Love it!