Braun TriForce Power Blender
Score: 85/100
Vitamix Ascent X5
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Braun TriForce Power Blender is a high-performance 1600 W countertop blender featuring a fast 45,000 RPM motor and a TriAction jar for ultra-fine blends. Its base is not waterproof and the soup heating function may stop short of peak temperatures. Ideal for busy home cooks seeking speed and versatility.
The Vitamix Ascent X5 delivers a 2.2 HP motor, quiet performance, and smart features like SELF-DETECT and 10 preset programs in a compact design. Its smaller 1.4 L container and higher cost may limit suitability for larger households. Perfect for individuals or small families seeking premium, programmable blending with hot-blend capability.
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1,600 Wbest | 1,500 W | |
2.011 Lbest | 1.4 L | |
— | 1,642 Wbest | |
11best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.6 kgbest | 6.47 kg |
45,000 rpmbest | — | |
3 years | 10 yearsbest | |
2 | 5best |
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General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 10 years |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 2 | 5 |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 1600 W | 1500 W |
Design & Capacity(5) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 2.011 L | 1.4 L |
Jar Material | Tritan | plastic |
Blade Material | Stainless steel | stainless steel |
Weight (kg) | 4.6 kg | 6.47 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (cm) | HxWxD: 43.18x20.32x20.32 cm cm | 43.2 x 19.7 x 24.8 cm cm |
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Professional reviewers and editors commend the Braun TriForce for its exceptional 1600 W motor, rapid 45,000 RPM speed, and innovative triangular jug that yields finer, faster blends. They highlight the six presets with three texture levels, the hot-soup capability, and the premium build quality, while noting the non-water-proof base and occasional temperature limitation of the soup function as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently praise the blender's speed, versatility of presets, and ease of cleaning, especially the dishwasher-safe components, while noting concerns about the base's water sensitivity and occasional cooling of soup.
RTINGS.com rates the Ascent X5 as fantastic for multi-purpose use and excellent for professional settings, highlighting its sturdy construction, quiet performance, and ability to handle smoothies, ice, nut butter and hot blends with ease. While the unit is slightly smaller than the A3500, its programmable interface and SELF-DETECT technology give it a modern edge, though the limited jar size may deter larger households.
Home users consistently praise the blender's ability to create silky smoothies, snow-like ice and smooth nut butters, as well as the convenience of the self-cleaning cycle and quiet operation. Recurring complaints focus on the modest 48-ounce capacity for larger batches and a perception that fibrous blending is slower than some competing models.
