Included: Ascent Series X5 blender motor base, 48-ounce container, S2 low-profile tamper, tamper holder, and recipe book; this kitchen blender container allows for small- to medium-capacity blends

10 Blending Programs: 10 automatic Blending Programs for Smoothies, Frozen Desserts, Soups, Frozen Cocktails, Dips & Spreads, Smoothie Bowl, Frappé, Nut Butters, Non-Dairy Milks, and Spice Grinding

Self-Cleaning Program: Just add warm water, a drop of dish soap, and run the Self-Cleaning Program; the blender will clean itself in 60 seconds or less

Premium Blending: Intuitive touch button controls on this countertop blender offer easy operation, plus the digital timer removes the guesswork with recipes you process manually with the variable speed settings: use Pulse Function for ice crushing

Tamper Indicator: This modern blender features an on-screen tamper indicator to let you know when to use the tamper to keep thicker blends moving, making it easier than ever to create the perfect textures

Add 15 Seconds: Easily extend any blending program time by 15 seconds, perfect for when your blend needs a little longer to complete

Pair with SELF-DETECT Containers: Build a customized blending system with additional containers and attachments; using this wireless technology, your blender base will recognize the container or attachment and automatically adjust settings and blend times

Stainless-Steel Blades: Laser-cut, stainless-steel blades can power through fibrous produce and frozen fruit, crush ice and nuts, and much more, offering consistent blends for years

48-Ounce Container: The BPA-free, dishwasher-safe blending container is designed to create the iconic Vitamix Vortex; it's a professional-grade blender for smoothies, juices, purées, sauces, soups, and more, making hot and cold dishes in the container

10-Year Warranty: Backed by Vitamix’s industry-leading warranty, Ascent X5 is designed to deliver reliable performance and peace of mind