Is the K400 worth it over a cheaper blender?

If you crush ice or make smoothies most days, the 1,200-watt motor and presets do the work a basic blender struggles with. For occasional light blending, a cheaper model is enough.

How does it compare with the Vitamix or Ninja?

It sits between them: more control and better looks than most Ninja models, less power and fewer programs than a Vitamix. It lacks hot-soup and grain settings.

Can it crush ice without liquid?

Yes, the Ice Crush preset is built for it, but run it in short pulses and don't overfill. Hard, dry loads stress the blade, which some owners report damaging.

What comes in the box?

A 56 oz BPA-free blender jar and a lid. The 6-oz Small Batch Jar and 16-oz Personal Blender Jar are sold separately.

Some owners report leakage at the blade assembly. Check the base is tightened and the gasket seated, and don't fill past the max line.

KitchenAid blenders typically drop during Black Friday and end-of-season kitchen sales. Watch the price history rather than buying at list.

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Name: KitchenAid K400 Variable Speed Blender
Brand: KitchenAid
Rating: 4.7 (521 reviews)

KitchenAid K400 Variable Speed Blender

A variable-speed KitchenAid blender for home cooks who want one machine to handle it all.

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3-part blending system with ribbed jar design and asymmetric blade for efficient blending
5-speed variable speed dial adjusts texture from smooth to chunky
3 preset recipe programs: Ice Crush, Icy Drink, and Smoothie
Soft Start feature starts the motor slower to pull ingredients into the blade, then speeds up to avoid splatter
Intelli-Speed Motor Control senses contents and maintains optimal speed
Compatible with 6-oz Small Batch Jar and 16-oz Personal Blender Jar expansion packs, sold separately

Guarantee: 90-day money-back guarantee: return within the first 90 days of ownership for reimbursement of full purchase price; receipt required.
Returns: Free holiday returns until Jan 31.
Shipping: Free shipping; arrives Nov 10. Pickup not available. Delivery ships to Sacramento, 95829, arrives in 3+ days.
In the box: (1) 56 oz BPA-free Blender Jar, (1) Blender Jar Lid

What buyers say

Buyers like

Blends ice cubes with ease for smoothies
Sleek design with smooth lines and a range of colours
Simple navigation and operation
Blends ice quickly and smoothly
Blends ingredients to a uniform texture

Buyers complain about

Blade prone to leakage and damage, impacting performance
Container etching within six months despite careful cleaning
Base is unnecessarily large and bulky

Specs

Variable Speed: Yes
Wattage: 1,200 watts
Quantity: 2 count
Number Of Speeds: 5 speeds

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About the KitchenAid K400 Variable Speed Blender

The KitchenAid K400 is a 1,200-watt countertop blender with a 5-speed variable dial and three preset programs: Ice Crush, Icy Drink and Smoothie. Its 3-part blending system pairs a ribbed 56 oz BPA-free jar with an asymmetric blade, and Intelli-Speed control adjusts motor speed to what is in the jar. Soft Start ramps up slowly to stop splatter. It is a mid-range blender aimed at smoothie and ice work rather than heavy hot-soup or grain grinding.

Best forDaily smoothie and protein-shake makersHouseholds crushing ice for cocktails and frozen drinksBuyers who want preset programs instead of manual speed guessingKitchens that want a color-matched appliance

Pros

1,200 watts and a 5-speed dial cover soft to chunky textures
Three presets (Ice Crush, Icy Drink, Smoothie) remove guesswork
Soft Start reduces splatter when the jar is full
Intelli-Speed adjusts to load, so thick mixes keep moving
56 oz BPA-free jar suits 2–4 servings

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KitchenAid K400 Variable Speed Blender

A variable-speed KitchenAid blender for home cooks who want one machine to handle it all.

Deal score 5.1 · Good deal

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From Walmart

3-part blending system with ribbed jar design and asymmetric blade for efficient blending
5-speed variable speed dial adjusts texture from smooth to chunky
3 preset recipe programs: Ice Crush, Icy Drink, and Smoothie
Soft Start feature starts the motor slower to pull ingredients into the blade, then speeds up to avoid splatter
Intelli-Speed Motor Control senses contents and maintains optimal speed
Compatible with 6-oz Small Batch Jar and 16-oz Personal Blender Jar expansion packs, sold separately

Guarantee: 90-day money-back guarantee: return within the first 90 days of ownership for reimbursement of full purchase price; receipt required.
Returns: Free holiday returns until Jan 31.
Shipping: Free shipping; arrives Nov 10. Pickup not available. Delivery ships to Sacramento, 95829, arrives in 3+ days.
In the box: (1) 56 oz BPA-free Blender Jar, (1) Blender Jar Lid

What buyers say

Buyers like

Blends ice cubes with ease for smoothies
Sleek design with smooth lines and a range of colours
Simple navigation and operation
Blends ice quickly and smoothly
Blends ingredients to a uniform texture

Buyers complain about

Blade prone to leakage and damage, impacting performance
Container etching within six months despite careful cleaning
Base is unnecessarily large and bulky

Specs

Variable Speed: Yes
Wattage: 1,200 watts
Quantity: 2 count
Number Of Speeds: 5 speeds

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About the KitchenAid K400 Variable Speed Blender

Pros

1,200 watts and a 5-speed dial cover soft to chunky textures
Three presets (Ice Crush, Icy Drink, Smoothie) remove guesswork
Soft Start reduces splatter when the jar is full
Intelli-Speed adjusts to load, so thick mixes keep moving
56 oz BPA-free jar suits 2–4 servings

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What reviewers say

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 521 ratings. Owners mostly praise ice crushing, uniform texture and easy controls, but a recurring minority reports blade leakage, blade damage and jar etching.

Pros

Crushes ice cubes quickly and smoothly
Blends to a uniform texture
Simple dial and preset navigation
Attractive design in multiple colors

Cons

Blade leaks and can be damaged
Jar surface etches within months
Bulky base

Questions and answers

Is the K400 worth it over a cheaper blender?: If you crush ice or make smoothies most days, the 1,200-watt motor and presets do the work a basic blender struggles with. For occasional light blending, a cheaper model is enough.
How does it compare with the Vitamix or Ninja?: It sits between them: more control and better looks than most Ninja models, less power and fewer programs than a Vitamix. It lacks hot-soup and grain settings.
Can it crush ice without liquid?: Yes, the Ice Crush preset is built for it, but run it in short pulses and don't overfill. Hard, dry loads stress the blade, which some owners report damaging.
What comes in the box?: A 56 oz BPA-free blender jar and a lid. The 6-oz Small Batch Jar and 16-oz Personal Blender Jar are sold separately.
Does the jar leak?: Some owners report leakage at the blade assembly. Check the base is tightened and the gasket seated, and don't fill past the max line.
When is it cheapest?: KitchenAid blenders typically drop during Black Friday and end-of-season kitchen sales. Watch the price history rather than buying at list.