Our most advanced blender is now available with a versatile, 48-ounce container that makes smaller to mid-sized blends a breeze. The A3500 features 5 program settings (for Smoothies, Hot Soups, Dips & Spreads, Frozen Desserts, and Self-Cleaning) that automatically adjust to your container size, process your recipes, and stop the blender when complete. Touchscreen controls are easily wiped clean, and a programmable built-in timer helps you achieve your perfect blend, every time. Create a personalized blending system by pairing the Ascent Series A3500 with a range of compatible containers and attachments. This blender can replace these 11 kitchen tools: Stand Mixer, Hand Blender, Meat Grinder, Spice Grinder, Ice Cream Maker, Baby Food Maker, Food Processor, Juicer, Chopper, Knife, Mortar and Pestle. Industry leading warranty - up to 10 years based on a survey of competitive warranties as of August 2022. Vitamix blenders last up to 10x longer than the average blender. Data gathered through a Vitamix study which compared Vitamix Ascent and Explorian Series blenders against a select blender model determined to be average. Analysis completed in August of 2022.