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Blendtec Designer 725 vs Vitamix A3500

Side by side comparison of two of the best blenders on the market. Same category, different priorities.

Blendtec Designer 725
Blendtec

Blendtec Designer 725

4.6 (3,200)
$599

The other high end option. Flatter jar, blunt blades, still absurdly powerful.

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Vitamix A3500
Vitamix

Vitamix A3500

4.8 (8,420)
$649

The blender you buy once. 10 year warranty, hospitality grade motor.

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How do the Blendtec Designer 725 and Vitamix A3500 compare, spec for spec?

Spec
Blendtec
Blendtec Designer 725
Vitamix
Vitamix A3500
Price$599$649
Rating
4.6 (3,200)
4.8 (8,420)
Pros
  • 8 year warranty
  • Blunt blades are safer to clean
  • Touchscreen interface
  • Very fast
  • 10 year full warranty
  • Self cleaning
  • Programmable presets
  • Can pulverize almost anything
Cons
  • Blunt blades struggle with fibrous greens
  • Louder than Vitamix
  • Not repairable at home
  • Loud (about 90dB)
  • Tall, may not fit under cabinets
  • Expensive

Should you buy the Blendtec Designer 725 or the Vitamix A3500?

Both are strong picks in the blenders category. Here's how to decide:

Get the Blendtec Designer 725 if...

Wildside jar shape moves ingredients differently than Vitamix, making silky smoothies with less liquid.

Get the Vitamix A3500 if...

Aircraft grade stainless blades, self cleaning and preset programs that actually work. It will outlast several kitchens.