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The best blenders, in plain English

A good blender makes smooth smoothies, frozen drinks and soups. We read hands-on tests and boiled them down: which blenders are worth the money, and which cheap ones hold up.

  • Last reviewed October 20, 2026
  • 7 blenders
  • 6 expert reviews read

We didn't test these ourselves. We read reviews from experts who test products hands-on, then summed up where they agree and where they don't. Every source is linked. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Our top pick in each group. Tap one to jump to the details.

Best overall Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender $300–$380 Vitamix power for the lowest Vitamix price. See details Best budget Ninja Professional Blender (BL610) $80–$110 A big, strong blender under $100. See details Best personal Ninja BlendBoss Personal Blender $90–$130 Blend a smoothie right in a to-go cup. See details Best midprice Breville the Fresh & Furious $180–$220 Close to Vitamix results for about $200. See details

Before you buy: 3 quick checks

Think about what you'll blend most.

Full-size or personal?

Personal blenders make one drink right in a to-go cup and are easy to clean. Full-size blenders handle families, soups and nut butter.

Power matters for tough jobs

Frozen fruit, ice and nut butter need a strong motor. Budget blenders handle smoothies fine but may leave nut butter gritty.

Measure your cabinets

Tall blenders may not fit under kitchen cabinets, which are usually about 18 inches above the counter. Check the height before you buy.

Compare at a glance

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BlenderBest forTypical priceTypeJar
1. Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender Best overall $300–$380Full-size, high power48-ounce pitcher
2. Ninja Professional Blender (BL610) Best budget $80–$110Full-size72-ounce pitcher
3. Breville the Fresh & Furious Best midprice $180–$220Full-size, compact50-ounce pitcher
4. Ninja BlendBoss Personal Blender Best personal blender $90–$130Personal (single-serve)26-ounce to-go cup
5. Nutribullet Full-Size Blender Combo (1200W) Best budget combo $100–$140Full-size and personal in one64-ounce pitcher plus to-go cups
6. Braun TriForce Power Blender Best for hot soup $250–$320Full-size, high powerLarge pitcher
7. Breville the Super Q Best high-end $450–$550Full-size, very high power68-ounce pitcher plus personal cup

The 7 best blenders, explained

Best overall first. Prices are typical ranges, not live prices, so check Amazon for today's price.

#1Best overall

Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender

  • 48-ounce pitcher
  • Full-size, high power
  • Simple dial; 5-year warranty

$300–$380typical price

Vitamix's most affordable full-size blender, and the one testers agree on most. Food Network names it the best blender overall, TechGearLab calls it the best-value Vitamix, Yahoo picks it as the best splurge, and America's Test Kitchen says it excelled at every task.

What testers liked

  • Blends silky smoothies, nut butter and hot soup.
  • Simple dial controls that are easy to learn.
  • Built to last for years.

Common complaints

  • Pricey.
  • The smaller jar holds less than other Vitamix models, and smoothies come out a bit frothy.

Skip it if: You mostly make one smoothie at a time. A personal blender is cheaper and easier to clean.

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Summed up from Food Network, TechGearLab, Yahoo Shopping, America's Test Kitchen.

#2Best budget

Ninja Professional Blender (BL610)

  • 72-ounce pitcher
  • Full-size
  • Crushes ice easily

$80–$110typical price

A big, powerful blender for under $100. Food Network names it the best value and best for smoothies, and TechGearLab calls it the best blender on a tight budget.

What testers liked

  • Huge pitcher for big batches.
  • Powerful enough for frozen drinks.
  • The blade comes out for easier cleaning.

Common complaints

  • Loud.
  • Takes a little longer with smoothies and nut butter than pricier blenders.

Skip it if: You want super-smooth nut butter or hot soup. A Vitamix does both better.

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Summed up from Food Network, TechGearLab.

#3Best midprice

Breville the Fresh & Furious

  • 50-ounce pitcher
  • Full-size, compact
  • Green smoothie button

$180–$220typical price

A compact, quiet blender that gets close to Vitamix results for much less. America's Test Kitchen names it the best midpriced blender, and TechRadar picks it as the best medium-size blender.

What testers liked

  • Smoothies come out nearly as smooth as the top pick.
  • Fairly quiet and small on the counter.
  • Handy preset buttons.

Common complaints

  • Stops itself every 60 seconds.
  • TechRadar noticed a little leaking from the inner lid.

Skip it if: You blend big batches for a family. Its pitcher is mid-size.

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Summed up from America's Test Kitchen, TechRadar.

#4Best personal blender

Ninja BlendBoss Personal Blender

  • 26-ounce to-go cup
  • Personal (single-serve)
  • Easy presets

$90–$130typical price

A strong single-serve blender that blends right in a cup you can carry. Tom's Guide names it the best budget blender, TechRadar the best smoothie maker, and Yahoo the best personal blender.

What testers liked

  • Crushes ice and frozen fruit easily.
  • Simple preset programs.
  • Comes in several colors.

Common complaints

  • Only one cup, and it's pricey for a personal blender.
  • Needs enough liquid to blend well.

Skip it if: You cook for a family or make soups. Get a full-size blender instead.

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Summed up from Tom's Guide, TechRadar, Yahoo Shopping.

#5Best budget combo

Nutribullet Full-Size Blender Combo (1200W)

  • 64-ounce pitcher plus to-go cups
  • Full-size and personal in one
  • Blends hot soup

$100–$140typical price

A full-size pitcher plus single-serve cups in one budget set. Yahoo Shopping names it the best budget blender, and TechGearLab calls it the best blender on a budget.

What testers liked

  • Pitcher and personal cups in one box.
  • Blends well, and TechGearLab found it heats soup remarkably well.
  • Good price for what you get.

Common complaints

  • Struggles to fully crush ice.
  • Smoothies weren't as fluffy in Yahoo's tests.

Skip it if: You make a lot of frozen drinks. Ice is its weak spot.

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Summed up from Yahoo Shopping, TechGearLab.

#6Best for hot soup

Braun TriForce Power Blender

  • Large pitcher
  • Full-size, high power
  • Heated setting for soup

$250–$320typical price

A powerful blender with lots of presets, including one that heats soup while it blends. TechRadar names it the best blender overall, and America's Test Kitchen says it handled every task well.

What testers liked

  • Fast, powerful blending.
  • Lots of useful presets, including hot soup.
  • Relatively quiet.

Common complaints

  • The touch buttons are too sensitive.
  • The wide jar makes smoothies a bit frothy.

Skip it if: You want simple knobs instead of touch buttons.

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Summed up from TechRadar, America's Test Kitchen.

#7Best high-end

Breville the Super Q

  • 68-ounce pitcher plus personal cup
  • Full-size, very high power
  • Very quiet for its power

$450–$550typical price

A premium blender that's powerful and surprisingly quiet. TechGearLab names it the best high-end blender, and America's Test Kitchen calls it exceptionally quiet.

What testers liked

  • Superb smoothies, frozen drinks and nut butter.
  • Much quieter than most strong blenders.
  • Comes with a personal cup.

Common complaints

  • Expensive.
  • The lid can be hard to take off.

Skip it if: You're on a budget. The Vitamix E310 blends nearly as well for less.

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Summed up from TechGearLab, America's Test Kitchen.

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