The Best Blender You Can Buy Today

Blenders are wonderful gadgets. You can use them to make smoothies, soups, sauces and more. Some models are more advanced than others, which is reflected in the price. But, depending on how you use them, an upgraded model might be worth it. Stick with us and we’ll help you decide on the best blender to buy.

When I say “blender” you say what? For most people, Vitamix and blender go hand in hand because Vitamix has long ruled the blender world. As a Vitmix owner myself, I feel the need to say that Vitamix blenders are one hundred percent worth it. In fact, mine is one of the most used appliances in my house.

To begin, Vitamix  blenders are engineered for easy cleanup. “Just blend warm water and a drop of dish soap at your machine's highest speed, and watch it self-clean in 60 seconds or less-no disassembly required.” They’ve also perfected their blending system so blending goes faster and creates smoother results. Lastly, they are designed to blend for six minutes, meaning that the blade's friction can actually heat up your blend enough to eat directly out of the machine.

With all of these features comes a higher price. The most affordable series is the Explorean Series, which starts at $349.95. For the average home cook, this model is more than enough. But if you don’t want to be average, check out the new Ascent Series. These blender bodies are dishwasher safe, come with great blending settings, and have wireless connectivity so you can control the blender through an app.

Like some cell phone retailers, Vitamix offers Certified Reconditioned blenders that start at $289.95.

The Vitamix 5200 is a fabulous blender. It once came in four models: classic, delux, standard and super. Now all are retired except for the standard model. It retails at $479.95, which is only about $100 less than their highest end blenders. For this reason, we recommend getting one of the newer models with more features and updated technology.

Of course, Vitamix blenders are great for smoothies. But according to Consumer Reports, Breville makes the best smoothie blender. It has an 1800 watt motor and 186 mph blade tip speed for quick, smooth blends. The Ninja Professional Countertop Blender is another great device with a lower price tag. Coming in at just $100, this is an approachable blender for most people to purchase. It also comes with two Ninja cups, perfect for smoothies on the go.

Get started with this easy tropical smoothie recipe.

Allow the frozen fruit to thaw out on the counter for ten to fifteen minutes. Add all ingredients to your blender except the orange juice. Blend and slowly add the orange juice until you reach your desired consistency. Enjoy in a glass or in a bowl with your favorite granola toppings.

Once you have a blender, you will never want to be without it. That’s why you should always protect your blender with a blender warranty from Upsie. They offer two and three year protection plans with no deductible or service fees. The coverage extends the manufacturer warranty and protects from mechanical failure, power failure, heating/cooling issues and drain failure.

Ninja is known for its blenders, but they do also make indoor grills, pressure cookers, food processors, counter ovens, coffee/tea makers and air fryers. All products are reasonably priced. Blenders cost anywhere from $59 to $199 depending on the model and its accessories. The highest priced model and package is called the Ninja Professional Plus and comes with a blending pitcher, blending cup and processor bowl with lids.

Ninja blenders work like a food processor does; the lid must lock down on the handle before it can blend. There are convenient triangle symbols to help you do this. The pitcher should also be properly placed on the motor. Once the pitcher is on the base, rotate the pitcher clockwise so it locks in place. When you’re done blending, twist off and clean. Conveniently, most parts are dishwasher safe.

Ninja has a great support page with answers to just about any question you have.

Coverage is great with Upsie warranties, and so is their service. Representatives are available 24/7 to file your claim so you can get your blender repaired or replaced quickly. Additionally Upsie plans are almost always priced lower than retailers for new, used and refurbished blenders. Upsie even protects other types of small appliances like immersion blenders and coffee makers.

Perhaps you don’t make smoothies or blended drinks. In that case, a traditional blender is really not necessary. All it will do is take up space on your counter or in your cabinets. Instead, opt for an immersion blender like the KitchenAid 2-Speed Hand Blender that All Recipes suggests. They are so easy to use, just make sure that you blend in a deep enough bowl or pot so the liquid doesn’t splash everywhere. When you’re done, twist the blending arm off for easy cleaning.

A blender is one of the best small appliances that you can own. Between Vitamix, Breville, Ninja, Cuisinart and other brands, picking out one can be tricky. Hopefully this article helped you decide on the best blender to buy.