Best Personal Blender For Smoothies, Sauces And More

A small blender with big taste. With this number, you'll be able your way to super smooth, great-tasting drinks, desserts, soups and more in seconds. Though compact enough to fit anywhere on your kitchen sides, the Nutri Ninja Slim Bender and Smoothie Maker has a powerful motor and precise blades. Plus, with two BPA-free, dishwasher cups and lids, you can grab your smoothies to go.

One customer commented that this blender is amazing for ice cream shakes, smoothies and more. It's great for families or households as it comes with two cups with lids, which is "perfect for when the other child wants to get involved." They add that this blender is easy to clean and tucks away nicely.

For a compact, reliable and stylish option, why not consider this Ninja Blender? Ninja are renowned for their high-quality appliances - and this is no exception. It blends nuts, smoothies, ice creams, oats, vegetables and much more with no problem. Yes, it's a little noisy - but what blender isn't? Soup and pasta sauce aficionados be warned: you can't blend anything hot. Let your elixir cool down first.

Grey, but sleek and smart, this Cookworks Personal Blender is our budget-friendly pick of the bunch. At only £20, this blender comes complete with everything you need to use the appliance, including durable stainless steel blades and a drinking lid for on-the-go smoothie sipping.

A customer commented that they use it everyday to "make healthy drinks and smoothies." For those of us wanting to make a small change in our lives and aim to cram more fruit and veg into our diets, this is a great option. Easy to use, keep clean and wash, it is a reliable option from Cookworks.

Any cons? Well, the motor isn't as powerful as other personal blenders we've picked out. And, it has no gimmicks, only one-speed settings and no programs to speak of. We're unsure if you can blend ice or nuts in this blender, but softer food items such as fruits and vegetables are a definite yes.

Smeg is known for its premier fit and finish which sets it apart from other companies. From the chromed detailing to the raised lettering to the beautiful choice of colour - heaven... With the Smeg Retro Personal Blender, you can make a delicious treat, silky smooth soup and hummus to die for. With two different speeds and a Pulse function, you'll find the consistency you're looking for.

Deputy Editor, Ryan Gilmore reviewed this Smeg Blender and had plenty to say: good and bad. Not only is the style and design really lovely to look at, but the "ergonomics too are also second to none with the Smeg." That's not all! Set up straightforward and the blender is user-friendly, claims Ryan - with little to no vibration or movement to contend with. Neat, smart - all good. What about bad?

Upon making a smoothie, Ryan is led to believe that the blender could be "overpowered by tougher foods like nuts" and wouldn't "be much use making soups or pesto". Why is that? Well, the motor sits at a below-average 300W, which, for a premium appliance, isn't entirely high. Plus, Ryan found the dial hard to operate and the concave bottle hard to clean by hand, so suggested the dishwasher instead.

The Smeg was introduced into Ryan Gilmore's kitchen for a couple of weeks and, in that time, was used to create a variety of smoothies. With retro 1950s-inspired styling, this small appliance features that unmistakable Smeg look. But with a 300W motor, can the appliance cut it against powerful competitors? We're not entirely convinced. But, for stylish smoothie-making, Smeg is a good choice.

Ryan's Verdict: "Oozing style and quality, and with perfectly acceptable performance."

With a powerful performance, the Tower Cavaletto Personal Blender is another pick from A Modern Kitchen. Offering two-speed settings and a Pulse function, this stylish Barbie-coloured blender comes equipped to make your smoothies in style. A soft-touch, non-slip coating provides ultimate comfort and control to ensure reliable performance - which is what we love to hear. What do reviews say?

A customer commented that it was a "decent quality personal blender". Though basic in function, it works perfectly and as expected. Plus, the "sleek and modern style" fits in with any home. Many reviews on Amazon agree that this is a stylish option for any kitchen, with a few colourways to choose from. The size isn't bad; plus, there are four options on the speed dial for complete control over your chosen drink, dessert or soup. For fruit and veg, this stylish pick packs some power. Any negatives?

There are a few gripes that customers have with this Tower Personal Blender. Firstly, after blending your chosen concoction, you're expected to tip the blender upside down to free the cup from the base without making any mess, which many find "fiddly" - but it's down to how well you can handle small appliances. Some customers wish for an extra bottle and lid, too - for pairs and couples.

The bottle with lid is ideal for taking drinks on the go with a reliable Tritan material which is dishwasher-safe and BPA-free. Result. Even if the use is a little fiddly, at least the cleaning is easy. Simply rinse the ultra-long-lasting, durable stainless steel blades - and you're golden... well, silver. Complete with a three-year guarantee, this budget blender is perfect for stylish, smaller kitchens.

For healthy delicious smoothies, frozen juices, protein drinks and more, this Breville Blend Active Personal Blender and Smoothie Maker is ideal for work, school, days out and the gym. A versatile tool to have in your kitchen, the Breville blender delivers perfect results in seconds - a quick and easy way to get you five or a day (or is it ten, now?). What did the reviewers on Amazon have to say about it?

A customer commented that it's "a powerful little machine", performing well - even with ice. The customer, in particular, liked that there were no speed settings, just a Pulse function to find the right consistency - but, we can see how this can be frustrating when you're rushing around, busy. Plus, the small and compact nature means it "takes less space on the kitchen counter", ideal for smaller spaces.

As for negatives, the customer says the bottle design is not the sturdiest and is worried that it may eventually crack. Another customer said the flimsy designed lid broke altogether. However, for the small price, the blender is powerful, and the bottles come with a larger capacity than most.

One-touch blending action may seem straightforward and good for those of us who like a certain consistency, but it may not be the most convenient feature. However, the motor is ready to handle ice, juice and other liquids - just nothing hot. Let your soups cool down first, or blend cold. With a carry strap and two bottles with lids, it's equipped to help you make the most of your new gadget.

This Morphy Richards Compact Personal Blender "blends" the power of the conventional countertop appliance but in a smart, compact form. With powerful blades and an impressive 1000W motor, this pick can chop through nearly enough anything - from nuts to ice to fruits and veggies. With no speed settings, instead, this appliance offers three programmes start/stop, auto-blend and pulse for control.

A customer commented that's sleek, yet powerful and even silent, which is unusual for a blender. Customers have tested frozen fruit, ice and nuts and it blends them to perfection in a "short time". Another says that it makes their life "so much easier", using it every day for smoothies, bending greens into their delicious drinks with ease. They were also surprised by how easy it is to clean.

Any negatives? Well, some customers found it too large - and preferred a portable blender over this one. But, this was down to preference. On the other hand, a customer or two found it a little overpriced - which we're inclined to partially disagree with, as we feel the Morphy Richards option offers premium results at a mid-range budget. You're getting a bargain here, we feel.

Made from top-quality materials and dishwasher-safe parts, the compact blender is designed to last, and cleanup is a breeze. This is what we love to hear - after all, you don't want to spend all afternoon cleaning up appliances. The stainless steel blades are durable, and consistent and deliver well-blended drinks. Some customers found they had trouble with frozen fruit; a mix with a spoon seemed to do the trick. Overall, this blender is powerful, safe to use and easy to clean. What's not to love?

Smoothies made on the go - how cool is that? With the Cuisinart Silver Cordless On-The-Go Blender, you can stretch the possibilities of blending with its portable, cordless design. Cuisinart says that it "does it all" - blending frozen fruit, ice, veggies and even breadcrumbs. Colour us impressed. It comes equipped with a USB charger and a blade protection cap to avoid any accidents and drinking lids.

A customer at Lakeland commented: "Family-friendly, on-the-go blender", which has piqued our interest, as it's designed for single-serve shakes and small sauces. However, they praise the blender on its size - not too much room taken up in the kitchen; plus, it's perfect for taking to work. Multipurpose and powerful, it makes everything from crushed iced cocktails to shakes for the kids. Any negatives?

At Lakeland, it has an overall approval rating of 5/5 stars, which is lovely to see. On Cuisinart's official website, the reviews are a little more diverse, with lower-star reviews having problems with set-up, disappointments with the battery life after charging and its overall power. We can't compare the power to others on this list, as it's not listed its wattage (down to being cordless) - so we're not sure how powerful it is... But, the brand insists it's up to scratch to blitz ice and even breadcrumbs.

Overall, this is a handy pick if you need to grab a smoothie at the office with no time for yourself at home. Customers across the board praise this cordless blender for its quick, easy and efficient use, finding the design well-thought-out and convenient for their busy lives. This could be a great option if you're trying to have healthy shakes and smoothies on the go - from the gym to the office.

With a powerful 40W motor, you can prepare fresh, fine smoothies effortlessly thanks to the high-quality ProPerformance system of this Bosch VitaPower Serie 2 Mini Blender. Easily attached to the blender unit, the BPA-free To Go bottle can be taken away with a drinking lid for a drink on the go. Even cleaning is guaranteed to be easy with dishwasher-safe parts in this personal blender.

A customer commented that after looking at Ninja and Nutribullet smoothie makers, they settled for the Bosch model - and they're very glad. They add: "I’ve been using it for over a month now and can’t fault it." Not only is it sleek, smart and easy to clean, but quick to use. It blends up fruit, veggies, ice and nuts in around 10 seconds, perfect for single-serve drinks and sauces.

Any negatives? Though functional, powerful and versatile, some older customers found this Bosch Personal Blender a little fiddly to open and claimed it's not easy to open with one hand. Overall, this is a great little blender, small but powerful with the ability to make everything from smoothies to sauces. It contains durable, stainless steel ProEdge blades which have been reinforced to last.