Vitamix Ascent X5 Professional-Grade Blender

I picked this one as the current smart blender in Vitamix's Ascent line, stepping in for the A3500. I like that its 10 blending programs and self-detect containers make smoothies, soups, and frozen drinks simple to get right, without guessing at speeds or times. It earned a spot here for anyone who wants a premium, do-it-all blender that is powerful enough for daily use and easy to clean up afterward.