A serious 1500W countertop blender with a 48 oz Tritan jar and manual controls, the Vitamix 073492 is built for cooks who want repeatable results from a machine that will last years. At $549 it asks for real commitment, but Vitamix reliability and blending power back that price up.
Home cooks and smoothie drinkers who want a long-lasting, high-powered blender and are comfortable spending premium money upfront.
Skip if
You only blend occasionally or need a compact footprint. At 11.4 lb and 17 inches tall it takes up real counter space, and the price is hard to justify for light use.
Power 1500 W
Jar / bowl capacity 48.0 oz
Speeds 10
Jar / bowl material Tritan
Blade material Stainless Steel
Controls Manual With Presets
Priced 112% above the category median ($259.87 across 127 tracked models)
Power of 1500 W - higher than 67% of the 134 models we track
Jar / bowl capacity of 48.0 oz - smaller than 64% of the 134 models we track
Pros
1500W motor handles tough blending jobs including frozen fruit and fibrous greens
48 oz Tritan jar is BPA-free and more impact-resistant than glass
10-speed dial gives granular texture control
Stainless steel blades are durable and easy to maintain
Vitamix build quality is well-documented across the brand's lineup
Cons
At $549 it is one of the pricier options in the countertop category
17-inch height requires clearance under upper cabinets
11.4 lb weight means it stays on the counter rather than going in a cabinet
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 197 owner ratings
Popularity2.2/5
197 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other countertop and personal blenders, immersion blenders, food processors, and masticating, centrifugal and citrus juicers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Specifications
Power
1500 W
Jar / bowl capacity
48.0 oz
Speeds
10
Jar / bowl material
Tritan
Blade material
Stainless Steel
Controls
Manual With Presets
Color
Shadow Black
Dimensions
9.75 X 7.75 X 17 In
Weight
11.4 lb
Voltage
120 Volts
Overview
The Vitamix 073492 runs at 1500W, which puts it in the same power bracket as the brand's most respected models. Paired with a 48 oz Tritan jar and stainless steel blades, it handles dense blends, nut butters, and frozen fruit without straining. The Shadow Black finish and clean silhouette fit most kitchen styles.
The 10-speed manual dial gives you direct control over texture without cycling through presets. That suits people who have a feel for their recipes and want to adjust on the fly. The controls are listed as manual with presets, so some automation is available when you want it.
At $549 this is a significant purchase. The 197 reviews at 4.5 stars suggest buyers are broadly satisfied. The 11.4 lb weight and 9.75 x 7.75 x 17 inch footprint are worth measuring against your cabinet clearance before ordering.
Performance notes
1500W motor with a 48 oz Tritan jar and stainless steel blades. Ten speeds plus manual presets. Dimensions are 9.75 x 7.75 x 17 inches, weight 11.4 lb, 120V.
What buyers say
With 197 reviews averaging 4.5 stars, buyers are consistently positive. That score is strong for a blender at this price, and the review volume, while not massive, is enough to reflect a genuine pattern rather than a handful of early ratings.
Vitamix generally recommends rinsing blender jars promptly and using the self-cleaning cycle with warm water and a drop of dish soap. Check the included manual for the specific care instructions for this model, as Tritan plastic holds up better than some materials but heat from dishwashers can affect seals over time.
How loud is the Vitamix 073492?
High-powered 1500W blenders are not quiet machines. Vitamix does not publish a decibel rating for this model, but motors in this class typically run loud during peak blending. If noise is a concern, a blending enclosure or running it during hours when it will not disturb others are worth considering.
Does it come with a warranty?
Vitamix blenders typically carry a multi-year warranty, and the brand is known for honoring it. Check the product listing or included documentation for the specific warranty terms on the 073492, as coverage can vary by model and purchase channel.
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