Best Overall
Nutribullet Pro 900 Personal Blender
AMAZON
- Ease of Use5/5
- Performance5/5
- Convenience5/5
- Ease of Cleaning5/5
- Value5/5
- It is easy to use and blends even the toughest ingredients.
It is easy to use and blends even the toughest ingredients.
- Bits of food or liquid can get trapped in the lid if it isn’t cleaned well.
Bits of food or liquid can get trapped in the lid if it isn’t cleaned well.
Overall, the NutriBullet Pro 900 is the best personal blender to consider. We appreciated the simple design that was effective at blending a variety of ingredients, like frozen fruit and leafy greens.
The blender comes with two different blending cups and attachable flip-top lids. It also includes a recipe book with inspiration for how to make different smoothies, sauces, dressings, cocktails, and more.
During testing, the blender effortlessly integrated the ingredients from each of our recipes in 60 seconds or less. There was virtually no blueberry skin or unblended kale left in our smoothie, and it fully blended the dates and peanut butter. Each of the smoothies was smooth and had a consistent texture, no matter what ingredients we used.
To use the blender, you simply attach it to the base and twist it into place. Its small size is convenient for making smoothies and other small servings. The blender has only one speed and the design is intuitive, so there isn’t room for error when making your favorite drinks.
Despite its high wattage and powerful blending ability, the blender is relatively quiet. It wasn’t the quietest blender we tested, but the noise level is very reasonable given the blender’s performance.
During testing, we thought it was easy to wipe clean using warm water and soap. The cup is also dishwasher safe, making cleanup quick and convenient. However, the lid has several ridges that could trap food or liquid if it is not carefully cleaned.
Product Details: Capacity: 32 fl. oz. | Number of Settings: One | Wattage: 900 | Accessories: Two cups with lids, recipe book
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Best Budget
Oster My Blend
AMAZON
- Ease of Use4.5/5
- Performance4/5
- Convenience4/5
- Ease of Cleaning4/5
- Value5/5
- It’s a compact size and effective blades.
It’s a compact size and effective blades.
- The hands-free blending option is tricky to operate.
The hands-free blending option is tricky to operate.
The Oster MyBlend is a compact design with effective blades, and is a great choice if you're on a budget. During our tests, tough ingredients like frozen blueberries, kale, and peanut butter blended seamlessly into our smoothies. The blender even tackled ice and frozen bananas, creating a smooth texture for our drinks.
The blender needed a little bit of extra time to fully blend all of the ingredients for the smoothie recipes. However, for the lower price and convenient design of the blender, we felt it was worth the effort. Plus, we thought the blender was also much quieter than a full-sized blender.
Both the blender base and the blending cup are slim and compact, making them easy to store or tuck away on your kitchen counter. The base even comes with a handle so it can be picked up and carried with ease. The blender cup twists into the base, and you push down to pulse. The cup can be locked in for hands-free blending, but we struggled to make it work during testing.
The blender cup is dishwasher safe, and the cup can also be cleaned by hand using a bottle brush. The blending cup comes with a lid to take your smoothie on the go.
Product Details: Capacity: 20 fl. oz. | Number of Settings: One | Wattage: 400 | Accessories: Travel sport bottle, recipe book
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Best for Marinades
Beast Blender
BEAST
- Ease of Use4/5
- Performance4/5
- Convenience5/5
- Ease of Cleaning4/5
- Value2/5
- It has a sleek design and is made with quality materials.
It has a sleek design and is made with quality materials.
- It is very loud while blending.
It is very loud while blending.
The Beast Blender is a great option if you want to invest in an effective and attractive appliance for your kitchen counter. The blender has a sleek design and is made with high-quality materials, so it is built to last.
During testing, it blended a variety of ingredients with ease in under 60 seconds. It combined peanut butter, frozen blueberries, and kale quickly and efficiently, though there was some peanut butter leftover on the cup. It didn’t leave any chunks behind when we blended a frozen banana and ice, though we felt that it left behind quite a bit of grit when we blended a date.
When we used the blender to make salsa, the tomatoes blended well but there were pieces of onion leftover that appeared totally intact. Overall, we felt that this was the most effective personal blender to make things like dressings and marinades that don't have larger pieces of food in them.
The blender cup and blades screw onto the base of the blender, and the buttons allow you to choose between a pulsing blend and a full 60-second blend. Due to its large capacity, the blender can easily make multiple servings of smoothies or beverages. While testing, we noticed that it was quite loud while in use, so you won’t want to use it while others in your home are sleeping.
Overall, the blender has a similar function to other blenders on our list. It stands out for its unique design and attractive to-go cup. The Beast Blender includes a sealing lid and a drinking lid that attaches to the blender cup. The blending cup also includes a carry cap.
The components are dishwasher-safe and easy to clean. However, the blades are not removable, so it must be cleaned carefully if it is washed by hand. While the blender is easy to move around and store, it is heavier than average for a personal blender.
Product Details: Capacity: 33.8 fl. oz. | Number of Settings: Two | Wattage: 1,000 | Accessories: Storage lid, drinking lid, carry cap
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Best Design
NutriBullet Pro 1000 Personal Blender
AMAZON
- Ease of Use5/5
- Performance4/5
- Convenience5/5
- Ease of Cleaning5/5
- Value4/5
- It can blend thick ingredients like peanut butter.
It can blend thick ingredients like peanut butter.
- The blades are very sharp, so they must be cleaned carefully.
The blades are very sharp, so they must be cleaned carefully.
The NutriBullet Pro 1000 has the same intuitive design as the Pro 900, but with even more blending power. With 1,000 watts of power, the blender can tackle tough ingredients like ice and peanut butter.
The blender comes with two different cup sizes and to-go lids, as well as a recipe book with recipes for smoothies, cocktails, sauces, and even hummus. During testing, the travel lid was sealed tightly and didn’t leak after a few minutes. Overall, we gave the design a perfect score.
The sleek and streamlined design makes it ideal for everyday use. The blending cup attaches directly to the blender, and you simply twist the cup to turn on the blender. We found the blender to be most effective at blending thick ingredients.
During our tests, most ingredients were integrated in 60 seconds or less, but very frozen fruits needed more time to fully blend. Peanut butter blended seamlessly without sticking to the blades or the sides of the blender.
The blender is easy to wash by hand, but the blades are very sharp. While we didn’t have an issue cleaning the blender, you should be cautious to prevent accidental cuts. The blending cups are dishwasher-safe for quick cleanup.
Product Details: Capacity: 24 and 32 fl. oz. | Number of Settings: One | Wattage: 1,000 | Accessories: Two cups with lids, recipe book
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Easiest to Use
NutriBullet 600W Personal Blender
AMAZON
- Ease of Use5/5
- Performance4/5
- Convenience5/5
- Ease of Cleaning5/5
- Value4/5
- The design is simple to use and effortless to clean.
The design is simple to use and effortless to clean.
- The base is a little bulky and tall with the cup attached, so it may take up some extra space on your counter.
The base is a little bulky and tall with the cup attached, so it may take up some extra space on your counter.
The original NutriBullet blender makes your morning routine a breeze with its simple design and easy-to-clean blades. The blender’s design makes it easy to operate by pushing down on the cup while it is attached to the base. It can also lock into place by twisting the cup into the base, allowing for hands-free blending.
During testing, the blender combined ingredients quickly for our smoothie recipes, creating a smooth and consistent texture for each beverage. It blended ice, blueberries, kale, and peanut butter seamlessly in about 30 seconds. Some ingredients, like the dates, took longer than 30 seconds to blend, but it eventually combined all of the ingredients effectively.
The blender base is somewhat bulky and tall with the cup attached, so it might take up extra space on your kitchen counter. However, the ease of cleaning this blender makes up for the size. The cups and to-go lids are dishwasher safe, and the blade mechanism is very easy to clean since there is plenty of room to wash under the blades. The cups are large enough to fit your hand inside to wash by hand with a sponge.
Product Details: Capacity: 24 fl. oz. | Number of Settings: One | Wattage: 600 | Accessories: To-go lid, recipe book
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Best Set
Cuisinart Portable Blending/Chopping System
AMAZON
- Ease of Use5/5
- Performance4/5
- Convenience5/5
- Ease of Cleaning5/5
- Value4/5
- It includes a large capacity blender cup and four travel bottles, so you can prepare multiple servings at once.
It includes a large capacity blender cup and four travel bottles, so you can prepare multiple servings at once.
- It took longer to blend the blueberries and kale in our smoothie.
It took longer to blend the blueberries and kale in our smoothie.
The Cuisinart personal blender’s large capacity is ideal for families who like to prepare multiple smoothie servings at one time. Thanks to the included travel bottles and lids, you can blend a large batch and divide it into smaller cups.
The blender has three settings: low, high, and pulse. The settings help blend your smoothie exactly how you like it to create the perfect texture. During our tests, the blender fully blended ingredients like peanut butter, ice, and frozen bananas. However, it took extra time to incorporate some of the other ingredients, including blueberries and kale.
The blender has a slim design that is lightweight and easy to move around. It makes very minimal noise, so you can operate the blender without disturbing your family. Aside from the base, all of the components are dishwasher safe, so the blender is easy to clean. Even the blade is removable and dishwasher safe.
In addition to multiple settings and speeds, the blender also comes with a chopping cup that can be used to mince or grind ingredients. Plus, it also includes a recipe book of different sauces and smoothies to inspire your blending.
Product Details: Capacity: 32 fl. oz. | Number of Settings: Three | Wattage: 350 | Accessories: Chopping cup, set of four travel cups
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Best Settings
Ninja BL480D Nutri-Blender Pro with Auto-IQ
AMAZON
- Ease of Use5/5
- Performance4/5
- Convenience4/5
- Ease of Cleaning4/5
- Value4/5
- The range of settings achieves the ideal consistency for smoothies.
The range of settings achieves the ideal consistency for smoothies.
- The suction cups on the base are very strong, so it is difficult to move.
The suction cups on the base are very strong, so it is difficult to move.
The Ninja blender with Auto-IQ technology is designed with a range of settings to achieve your desired consistency when blending different ingredients. It features multiple buttons to change the blend settings, including options like pulse, ultra blend, and regular blend, so it’s one of the most versatile options on the market.
The set includes two blender cups with spout lids and a recipe book of 75 unique recipes for soups, juices, sauces, and other meal alternatives. During testing, the blender combined the smoothie ingredients, including ice and frozen fruit, in around 60 seconds. The blender’s high wattage ensures a smooth, consistent texture even when blending frozen ingredients.
The blender is relatively simple to use, but the Auto-IQ technology took some getting used to when we tested it in our lab. The blender combines pulsing and blending patterns to achieve the perfect mixture.
The blender is very easy to clean using a sponge, and it is also dishwasher safe. The blending mechanism wipes clean without an issue, but you may need a smaller brush to clean the inner rim. While it is relatively compact and has a streamlined design, the base of the blender has suction cups that keep it firmly attached to your counter, so keep this in mind if you plan to store it often.
Product Details: Capacity: 18 and 24 fl. oz. | Number of Settings: Three | Wattage: 1,000 | Accessories: Two cups with lids, recipe book
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Best Compact
Ninja Nutri Blender Pro with Auto-iQ
AMAZON
- Ease of Use5/5
- Performance4/5
- Convenience4/5
- Ease of Cleaning4/5
- Value4/5
- The small size packs a punch with powerful blending ability.
The small size packs a punch with powerful blending ability.
- The travel lid on the cup started to leak when it lay on its side.
The travel lid on the cup started to leak when it lay on its side.
If you’re short on space, the Ninja NutriPro is for you. The blender has powerful blending ability thanks to its 1,100-watt motor, yet it has a compact and streamlined design.
The blender features multiple settings, including crush, smoothie, and pulse, though using it is simple. After you fill the cup with your ingredients, you just twist it into the base. During testing, it took less than 50 seconds to blend all of the ingredients for our smoothie recipes. It even blended thick and sticky ingredients like peanut butter and dates, creating a smooth consistency.
There are suction cups on the bottom of the base that keep it firmly attached to the counter, which is helpful while the blender is in use. However, it may be difficult to move it at times.
All of the parts are dishwasher-safe and easy to wash by hand. It comes with two blender cups and travel lids, so you can take smoothies on the go. However, the to-go cup started to leak slightly from the top when we laid it on its side during testing. Despite the slight leak in the travel lid, the blender cup did not leak while blending.
In addition to additional blender cups, it also includes a recipe book of 20 different recipes for smoothies, protein shakes, sangria, hummus, and dressings.
Product Details: Capacity: 24 fl. oz. | Number of Settings: Three | Wattage: 1,100 | Accessories: Two cups with lids, recipe book
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Best Portable
BlendJet BlendJet 2
BLENDJET
- Ease of Use4/5
- Performance3/5
- Convenience4/5
- Ease of Cleaning4/5
- Value4/5
- It’s less expensive than other options and the simple design is ideal for on-the-go use.
It’s less expensive than other options and the simple design is ideal for on-the-go use.
- It struggled to break down kale in our smoothie.
It struggled to break down kale in our smoothie.
The Blend Jet 2 is the ideal size for blending small portions on the go. It has a lightweight and portable design, and it’s easy to move around thanks to its carrying handle. Plus, the blender uses a USB charger rather than a wall outlet for power, so you can take it with you while traveling, and even charge it in your car.
Despite its small size, the blender doesn’t settle on features. It includes three blend settings: blend, pulse, and lock. It comes with a twist-off travel lid that attaches directly to the blender cup so you can take your drink to-go.
During testing, it successfully blended frozen bananas, peanut butter, ice, and even dates. However, it struggled to break down greens like kale. It blends in 20-second intervals to prevent overworking the motor. It is also very quiet, so you won’t bother your family if you make a smoothie early in the morning.
Product Details: Capacity: 16 fl. oz. | Number of Settings: Three | Wattage: Not listed | Accessories: USB charger, travel lid, carrying strap
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