Best blender

Whip up a smoothie or mix the most delicious shake with this breakdown of the best blenders.

Best blender
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With a blender, you can quickly whip up a healthy smoothie. This handy appliance liquefies fruits, vegetables, seeds, and even protein powder into a highly nourishing beverage. If you use frozen fruits, you can also make a refreshing iced drink. Nutrients are even absorbed quicker when in liquid form than when digested as a solid, so having a blender on hand can be really beneficial. Here's a breakdown of my top picks.

Staff pick

Best blender

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Breville Blend Active personal blender

For on-the-go use

You'll reinvent fast food with this single-serving blender because it quickly transforms yummy fruit and veggies into a  travel-ready meal.

Pros:

  • Portable
  • Two BPA-free bottles included
  • 300-watt motor
  • Dishwasher safe

Cons:

  • May overheat with use
  • Seal on cups may come loose

If you're looking for a blender that is designed for convenience, this is the one. Fruit and veggie mixtures are combined into a to-go bottle. So, blending favourite flavour combinations is more efficient and makes less of a mess. This package includes two bottles to make double the smoothies or use as a backup. Aside from the convenient bottle set-up, this appliance is simple to use. All you have to do is place your ingredients into the bottle, screw on the bladed attachment, and in 5 to 10 seconds, your smoothie should be blended. Swap the bladed attachment for the regular lid, and your drink is ready to go.

This blender is powered by a 300-watt motor that is strong enough to cut through ice and frozen fruits, so feel free to make yourself a cool and refreshing snack. Plus, it's dishwasher-safe, so cleaning is a breeze. 

Best handheld

Russell Hobbs 22241 Food Collection hand blender

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Russell Hobbs 22241 Food Collection hand blender

Sleek and simple

With two speed settings, this handheld blender gives you all the control when it comes to your mixes.

Pros:

  • Stainless steel blades
  • Two speeds
  • Wand is detachable
  • 200-watt motor

Cons:

  • Motor may overheat if it's used for more than 1 minute
  • Must rest for 2 minutes between uses

Traditional bulky blenders take up a lot of counter space, but you don't have to worry about clutter with this handheld design. This wand-style blender breaks down and whips up delicious beverages in any cup or bowl, its slender shape accommodating most containers. The appliance is powered by a 200-watt motor and has two speed settings, so you can target frozen and soft food. It is also great for mixing liquids. Food is consistently liquefied by sharp stainless steel blades, and the attachment they're housed in can be removed for cleaning.

Best efficient

NUTRiBULLET 600 Series blender

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NUTRiBULLET 600 Series blender

Compact and powerful

This speedy blender has a 600-watt motor that is powerful enough to cut through ice and nuts.

Pros:

  • 600-watt motor
  • Works quickly
  • Can blend nuts and seeds too
  • Eight-piece set

Cons:

  • Can overheat if left on too long
  • May leak if too full

This blender has a 600-watt motor that makes mixing your ingredients simple. It's so powerful that its stainless steel blades can even blend nuts into liquid. With this little machine, you can stay on track with your nutritional goals and build a healthy diet. Plus, it's super easy to use. Simply toss nutritious ingredients into the cup attachment, clip the cup to the blender, and churn them into a smoothie in a matter of seconds. This purchase comes with a tall cup and a short cup, so you can make a whole meal or just a light snack.

Best quantity

Ninja 2-in-1 blender

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Ninja 2-in-1 blender

Quench everyone's thirst

This two-in-one blender comes with a 2.1-litre jug and a 700-millilitre cup, so you can make a lot or a little.

Pros:

  • Jug and small bottle included
  • 1200-watt motor
  • Two stainless steel blade attachments
  • Dishwasher safe

Cons:

  • Quite loud
  • Blends a bit chunky

If you want a dishwasher-safe blender that can make smoothies in bulk, this one will make the quantities you need. It comes with a 2.1-litre jug as well as a 700-millilitre bottle. This means you can make a beverage for multiple people or just yourself. The 1200-watt motor makes this blender powerful enough to handle large amounts of frozen fruit and ice. With two stainless steel blade attachments to choose from, you can make sure your smoothie is blended exactly how you like it. 

Best for mincing

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DIY RESIN mini food chopper blender

Slice and dice

This blender quickly chops tough ingredients for your meals.

Pros:

  • 30-watt motor
  • Great for chopping vegetables
  • 300-millilitre cup
  • Can be charged via USB

Cons:

  • May not be as powerful as expected
  • May be smaller than expected

Chopping tomatoes, onions, and more don't have to be a chore. This USB-charged blender is perfect for slicing food. Whether you're looking to puree some vegetables or dice them small enough to top salads, this little machine can do the job with sharp stainless steel blades. The blender's cup measures 300 millilitres, allowing you to chop a good amount of food. When you're done with your meal prepping, the blades can be removed and the entire blender can be washed. 

The bottom line

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The best blender helps you make delicious smoothies quickly and effortlessly. The Breville Blend Active personal blender is designed for convenience. All you have to do is place your ingredients into one of the two included bottles, attach the blades, combine the mixture on the machine, attach the proper lid, and enjoy the drink on the go. You don't have to worry about washing up until after you've finished your meal. Plus, the bottles are dishwasher safe.

If you're looking for a model that can accommodate multiple people at once, the Ninja 2-in-1 blender is a brilliant choice. It comes with a 2.1-litre jug and an individual-sized 700-millilitre bottle so you can blend s much as you need. And this blender has a one-touch function that allows you to mix your ingredients easily. 

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Camille Sanghera is a UX writer and copywriter for global brands as well as an author of self-help books. Although she has lived and traveled internationally, Camille is originally from British Columbia, Canada. She merges over 10 years of writing experience with a love of words to bring authenticity and human connection to every project. When not writing, Camille can be found exploring nature with her dog, sketching to music, or laughing with loved ones.

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