Vitamix 62826 Vita-Prep 3 Blender 44 oz
- 3 HP motor, 1400 watts
- 64 fluid ounce container, BPA free
- 10 speeds with knob and switch controls
- Commercial style, red
- Lid and tamper included
- 9 by 8 by 20 inches, 13.9 lb
- Dishwasher safe
- 3 year component warranty, 1 year on labor, blade and container
Last refreshed Jun 13, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Manual variable speed, a big motor and a BPA free container define this red Vitamix. The title and spec table disagree on container size, so confirm it before ordering.
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ASIN: B071P9FYDSModel: Vita-Prep 3Category: Countertop Blenders
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Chopping, grinding and pureeing, ice included, is the work of this red Vitamix, a heavy-duty machine with a wet blade assembly and a clear BPA free container. Speed is set by hand with knob and switch controls.
Cooks who blend ice, soups or purees in volume get a motor built for repeated use and manual control that stays predictable. A tamper and lid are in the box. The container size is stated two ways, and control is called manual even though one field says programmable.
Who it's for
Small restaurants, cafes and serious home cooks are the target of this commercial-style blender. The manual speed control lets the user set texture by feel. Occasional smoothie makers would not use the motor or the counter height.
Pros and cons
- Manual variable speed for texture control
- Tamper and accelerator tool for thick blends
- Cooling fan built in
- Start switch returns to neutral automatically
- Container size contradicts between title and specs
- Blade and container warranty is shorter
- No preset programs described
- Tall body may crowd under cabinets
Performance notes
A large motor spins the wet blade assembly to chop, grind and puree ice, and the tamper pushes thick mixtures into the blades. The variable speed knob sets texture, and the start and stop switch returns to neutral so the blender does not stay on at the last setting. A cooling fan helps the motor through repeated batches. Container size decides the real batch size.
Specifications
| Brand | Vitamix |
|---|---|
| Model | Vita-Prep 3 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 13.9 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9 inches deep, 8 inches wide, 20 inches high |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 64 fluid ounces |
| Number of Speeds | 10 |
| Wattage | 1400 watts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Container Material | Plastic |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Red |
| Material Type Free | BPA Free |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Blender, lid, tamper |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Three-year component warranty with one year on labor; blade assembly and container one year |
| Other details | |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Control Type | Manual, knob and switches |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Vitamix Vita-Prep 3 container 44 or 64 ounces?
The title says 44 oz while the spec table lists 64 fluid ounces. Confirm the container size with the seller before ordering.
Does the Vitamix 62826 come with a tamper?
The description lists a lid and tamper, plus an accelerator tool and a wet blade assembly.
Is the Vitamix Vita-Prep 3 a programmable blender?
No preset programs are described. Control type is manual with a variable speed knob and start switch, although one special features field says programmable.