Are these the same machine?

Yes. Both are the Vitamix Mix'n Machine commercial countertop base at 24" H x 10" W x 8.3" D and 27 lbs. The difference is the included agitator, the controls listed and the warranty.

Which is better for hard ice cream?

B. It ships with the aggressive hard ice cream agitator built for folding in cookies, candy and syrup. A ships with the soft-serve cone agitator and needs an optional agitator for hard ice cream.

Is the pulse control worth it?

Pulse on A lets you stop and restart mid-blend to check texture. B relies on a single on/off switch and automatic shut-off. For high-volume hard ice cream, B's automation is usually enough.

How long will it last?

Both use stainless steel housings and a constant-speed motor built for commercial use. B states a 1-year parts and labor and 3-year motor base warranty; A states none, so confirm coverage with the seller before buying A.

Do they cost the same?

Yes at the latest check. A's lowest daily price was $733.09 on October 30, 2026. B was $733.09 at Burkett Restaurant Equipment as of November 7, 2026, with four stores selling it new.

Can I use either for soft serve?

A comes ready for soft serve with its cone-shaped agitator. B can do it only if you buy a soft-serve agitator separately.

Vitamix Mix'n Machine Blender vs Vitamix Mix'n Machine

These are the same Vitamix commercial mixer base, sold under two listings. The A listing adds a removable splash guard and a soft-serve cone agitator; the B listing ships with the hard ice cream agitator and states a warranty. Both are $733.09 new as of November 7, 2026, so pick by which agitator and accessories you need, not by price. Home users blending hard ice cream with mix-ins should take B; anyone running soft serve or wanting splash protection should take A.

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