Which container fits my Vitamix base?

The 48 oz container fits Quiet One, Blending Station Advance, Drink Machine, Drink Machine Advance, T&G 2 and Vita-Prep. The 32 oz aerating container lists only Vita-Prep and The Quiet One. Check your base model before buying.

Is the 48 oz container worth the extra over the 32 oz?

It is not extra: at the listed prices the 48 oz container is cheaper, $96.92 at KaTom as of October 28 versus $107.62 for the 32 oz as of October 28. It also includes blades, a lid and a tamper.

Can I blend hot soup in either container?

The 32 oz aerating container is rated for hot and cold ingredients. The 48 oz container is a wet-blade commercial container and is not described for hot blending.

Which one is easier to clean?

Neither is dishwasher safe based on the listings. The 48 oz container is hand wash only, and the 32 oz container's cleaning guidance is not stated, so plan to wash both by hand.

Do I need to buy blades separately?

For the 48 oz container, no: the wet blade assembly is included and can be replaced in the field without sharpening. The 32 oz aerating container is sold as the container only.

Both use impact-resistant BPA-free Tritan, and the 48 oz model is NSF-rated for commercial use with replaceable blades. That makes the 48 oz container the more durable, serviceable choice for heavy use.

Vitamix 32 oz Aerating Container vs Vitamix 48 oz Container 15504

Both are Vitamix containers, not complete blenders, so the choice depends on which base you own and what you blend. The 48 oz container (B) is the better buy for most people: it holds more, includes a wet blade assembly, lid and mini tamper, and costs $96.92 at KaTom Restaurant Supply as of October 28 versus $107.62 for the 32 oz aerating container (A) as of October 28. Buy A only if you specifically need the aerating container for high-volume, hot-and-cold work on a Vita-Prep or The Quiet One.

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