A great blender is a kitchen workhouse – I tested more than a dozen options including the Vitamix and Breville for budget, size, mulch factor, speed and whether they had plastic or glass jars
There are few breakfasts that feel as healthy and refreshing as the ever-mutable smoothie. You can make them virtuous, with lots of greens and nut milk, or luscious, with full-fat dairy and cocoa powder – but in order to make a good one, you need a really good blender.
And while smoothies are the classic use for a blender, these appliances can do so much more; a truly great blender is a kitchen workhorse that can make your morning smoothie, your afternoon dip, your evening soup and even a frozen drink if you’re feeling frisky.
Best overall blender:
Vitamix 5200
$499.95 at Vitamix
Best budget blender:
Breville Fresh & Furious
$197 at Amazon
Best personal blender:
The Beast Mega 1200 Plus
$219 at Beast
Best blender for smoothies on the go:
Nutribullet Pro 900
$99.53 at Amazon
Best blender for the plastic-averse:
Oster Classic Series Heritage Blender with 6-Cup Glass Jar
$89.99 at Amazon
