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KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400 VS. Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender

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KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400

Reasons to buy KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400:

  • button icon Intelli-Speed Motor Control.
  • button icon Control the taste and texture to fit your personal taste with the 5-speed variable speed dial.
  • button icon Blend Delicious Creations with 3 Preset Recipe Programs.
  • button icon 5 Variable Speeds with Pulse Option and 4 Preset Programs.
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Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender

Reasons to buy Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender :

  • button icon 64-ounce Container is ideal for blending everything.
  • button icon Precise Container Design folds ingredients back to the blades.
  • button icon High-Performance Motor transforms tough ingredients to smooth blends.
  • button icon Variable Speed + High Power create a variety of textures.
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE
DRAW :
FEATURES
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DESIGN
WINNER :

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400

  • Low Profile Container
  • Low Profile Blender
  • Included Accessories
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400

Reasons why we like it:

  • Programmed Cycles
  • Preprogrammed Cycles
  • Low Profile Container
  • Low Profile Blender
  • Included Accessories
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COMPARISON – KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400 VS. Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender

PERFORMANCE

Smoothie Maker

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Blend delicious smoothies with a blender that delivers smooth results on tough ingredients.

Yes

Turn fruits and veggies into refreshing smoothies and juices. Vitamix blenders use the whole ingredient, including fiber, to make healthy snacks.

Programmed Cycles

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

4 Preset Programs include Ice Crush, Icy Drinks, Smoothie, Cleaning.

No

Capacity

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

56 oz blender jar and a 16 oz personal blender jar

Yes

64-ounces

Stainless steel Blade

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Available

Yes

It is made with stainless steel blades designed to deliver the same quality results, from the first blend to last, and is resistant to dulling or bending.

Makes Hot Soups

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

You can make hot soups in this blender without worrying about the impact it has on the blender. You can add hot ingredients to the pitcher and have hot results thereafter.

Yes

The blades reach speeds fast enough to create friction heat, bringing cold ingredients to steaming hot in about six minutes.

Self-Cleaning Container

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

Yes

With a drop of dish soap and warm water, your Vitamix machine can clean itself in 30 to 60 seconds.

Touchscreen controls

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

No

Easy To Clean

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

56 pitcher and 16 oz personal blender are BPA free and dishwasher safe, making cleanup just as simple and easy as using the blender.

Yes

Just blend warm water and a drop of dish soap at your machine's highest speed, and watch it self-clean in 60 seconds—no disassembly required.

Pair with any SELF-DETECT containers

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

No

Programmable timer

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

No

Heavy / Commercial Duty Performance

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

The powerful motor and huge blending capacity make this blender a heavy-duty blender.

Yes

A radial cooling fan and thermal protection system make it a heavy-duty appliance.

Quiet

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

No

Ideal for blending medium to large batches

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

With 56 oz. pitcher, you can make drinks, smoothies, and more for the whole family.

Yes

The size and shape of the self-cleaning 64-ounce container are ideal for blending medium to large batches.

FEATURES

Blunt Blade

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

No

Pulse Button

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Available

Yes

The Vitamix 5200 is amazing for crushing ice. You can simulate a Pulse mode by switching the blender on and off while set to the 'High' speed setting, which makes bar-quality crushed ice in about two minutes.

Preprogrammed Cycles

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Select from 3 preset recipe programs: Ice Crush, Icy Drink, or Smoothie.

No

Commercial-Grade Motor

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Available

Yes

The powerful motor and durable construction make this classic blender one of the best heavy-duty blenders on the market. It is a commercial-grade blender.

Speed Slider

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

No

LED Touchscreen

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

No

Sound Baffling

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

No

Sturdy Base

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Available

Yes

The base is strongly and solidly built in the USA with the strongest of materials which makes it durable.

Variable Speed Control

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Easily create a range of textures with the variable speed dial, from smooth to chunky, blending is a breeze with the 3 part blending system, made of the blender's vortex-creating ribbed jar design, unique asymmetric blade, and the smarts behind the Intelli-Speed Motor Control, which automatically senses contents and maintains the optimal speed for a better blend

Yes

Easily adjust speed to achieve a variety of textures. The dial can be rotated at any point during the blend, so you’re in complete control.

comes with a tamper

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
No

Yes

Every Vitamix blender comes with a tamper designed to help process thick, stubborn blends—so you don’t have to stop the machine to scrape the sides.

High-Performance Motor

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

1200-watt base with dedicated blending speeds puts the power and control in your hands.

Yes

Available- Blend frozen fruit, heavy powder, and all the greens—the powerful motors transform tough ingredients into smooth blends, year after year.

Ice Crusher

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

The unique asymmetric blade blends at four distinct angles to pull contents into the blade. Working with the 1.5 Peak HP motor, the blade creates a powerful blending vortex to power through the toughest ingredients.

Yes

Hardened stainless steel blades can crush ice like it is no challenge.

BPA-Free Jar

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Includes a 56 oz blender jar and a 16 oz personal blender jar with a re-sealable lid for easy drinking - great for making a smoothie on the go, both jars are BPA-Free

Yes

It's incredibly durable, versatile, and easy to clean – all qualities Vitamix owners value in a blending container. And, since it comes with a clear, BPA-free lid, you can monitor and adjust blends without stopping the machine.

DESIGN

Volts

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

120 Volts

Watts

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

1200 watts

Yes

Approximately it is between 1200 watts to 1380 watts.

Low Profile Container

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Available

No

Low Profile Blender

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

This is a low profile blender that can be stored on your countertop and in cabinets.

No

Included Accessories

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

Model KSB4031 includes (1) 56 oz blender jar with lid, (1) personal blender jar with lid, (1) assembly

No

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400

CONCLUSION

PROS

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

• The KitchenAid is an excellent option if you're looking for a multitasking blender that can do more than make frozen drinks. • Includes a 56 oz. blender jar and a 16 oz. personal blender jar with a re-sealable lid for easy drinking - great for making a smoothie on the go, both jars are BPA-Free • Blending is a breeze with the 3 part blending system, made of the blender's vortex-creating ribbed jar design, unique asymmetric blade, and the smarts behind the Intelli-Speed Motor Control, which automatically senses contents and maintains the optimal speed for a better blend. • Self-clean cycle for easy clean-up - just add water and a drop of soap to the jar and run the self-clean cycle for quick, easy clean-up. • Soft Start feature starts at the right speed - the motor automatically starts at a slower speed to pull ingredients into the blade, and then quickly increases to the selected speed to avoid splatter. • Use 3 Preset Recipe Programs: Ice Crush, Icy Drinks, and Smoothie. Or, control the taste and texture to fit your personal preference with the 5-speed variable speed dial. • This blender pulverizes the spinach and destroys it down to the smallest spinach molecule. No more worrying about tiny pieces of spinach in your teeth.

Yes

• Storing this blender is in no way a hassle for it sits right under your cabinet and can be left in one place on the counter where you need it. Because of its compact size, the most powerful Vitamix motor fits in the standard 18" space. • The cookbook is convenient and filled with scrumptious recipes. • Function wise it is great and can easily blend everything. • This blender is so powerful that it can even blend and destroy chia seeds. • Quality and long-lasting materials are used on this blender which makes it a durable appliance in your kitchen. • It gives you results with a smooth consistency from the toughest ingredients. • It can crash ICE. • Versatility like making salsa, smoothies, ice cream, dough, to hot soups. • Very powerful and can blend almost anything. • Easy to make nut butter or thicker recipes like hummus. • Large capacity and holds a lot in a batch. • 10 variable speed controls. • Compatible with several useful Vitamix accessories. • Works with wet and dry blades. • Easy to clean with self-cleaning function. • Very durable and reliable. • Built to last with quality parts. • Includes a tamper for harder to blend mixtures. • Excellent 7-year warranty.

CONS

KitchenAid KSB4031CU K400
Vitamix 5201 XL Variable Speed Blender
Yes

• It makes having a conversation a challenge because it is considered to be extremely loud. • It does not have rubber feet under the base so it keeps moving around during the blending process. • The entire unit is very large. The base alone is heavy and stands fairly high. • The blades cannot be removed...at least not very easily.

Yes

• For a juice blender, this appliance is kind of expensive and overpriced but with all the good features, it definitely is worth it. • Unfortunately this is not dishwasher safe; therefore cleaning it is a chore. It is wise though to clean it immediately after blending for then the increase easily comes off. • There is a bit of a learning curve needed when using this blender but it becomes fun after you get the hang of it. • A few people complain about the noise and loudness. • Not the most affordable blender. • Pitcher is difficult to pour for some customers. • Harder to clean because blades aren’t supposed to be removed. • No pre-set programs like the Vitamix 750 Professional Series or other models. • No pulse mode, but can still do pulsing jobs. • Plastic top can be annoying. • Fairly bulky and large (you can buy low profile container).

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