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The Best Portable Blenders for 2022

There are many reasons for wanting to find the best battery-operated portable blenders. One of the most popular is to make smoothies and protein shakes on the go. If you’re looking for the best battery-operated blender, check out our list of tested and highly rated blenders.

There are a lot of options when it comes to battery operated blenders, some best suited to camping, some made solely for smoothies and shakes, and others even designed as a replacement for your wired kitchen blender. The duration of their battery power varies as well.

We’ve put together this list of our best battery operated blenders, and reviewed them all to see which comes out on top, and what they’re all best suited to.

Let’s take a deeper look at some of the inventive new styles of blenders, what they’re good for, and what they aren’t good for. Not all blenders are created equal.

Most of them are rechargeable, mostly via USB cable, and none of them use regular every day alkaline batteries, in case you’re in a situation with zero power. Alkaline batteries are just not powerful enough to perform the task at hand and you’d go through them like candy on Halloween. Your best bet is to keep your lithium powered blender fully charged in case of emergency. Many of these last for 10-20 uses before needing to be recharged and you can also recharge them from a power brick, if necessary.

Portable Battery-Operated Blenders Compared

When we’re talking about portable blenders, we mean an all-in-one battery-powered device that’s easy to take anywhere. This means that the blender should be appropriately kitted out so that you can easily carry it around in one piece, whether you’re in the car or on top of a mountain.

These blenders usually come in an all-in-one form factor, where the blending chamber is attached to the motorized base and doubles as a drinking / decanting vessel. They are usually personal sized, and can hold up to 2 cups of liquid.

They should also ideally be battery powered, with backup charging options such as a USB cable. How long the battery lasts without recharging or changing the batteries varies significantly, so you’ll want to get one that fits your needs.

What to Look For in a Portable Battery-Operated Blender

Here are some of the main things to look for when shopping for a portable blender:

While portable, battery-operated blenders are not super powerful, do-it-all blenders, they can get the job done. As long as your expectation are suited to the machine, you will be able to find a blender that works for what you need.

The biggest disappointment comes when the purchaser doesn’t know the blender’s limitations and tries to make it do what it can’t.

Blending hot liquids, larger fruits, large chunks of ice and hard foods is just not something you can expect these little guys to do. They also do need to be recharged at some point and can only handle so many jobs without a recharge.

Cordless Battery-Operated Blenders Reviewed

These are the four best battery-operated blenders we could find. Two of them are in the portable style, whereas the other two are cordless handheld-style, better suited to kitchen use.

As you’ll see, we’ve listed some pros and cons of each blender, as well as a few standout bits of info about them, so that you can get an idea of their abilities at a glance.

PopBabies Personal Blender

*Our Favorite On-the-Go Cordless Battery-Powered Blender*

The PopBabies personal blender is a convenient-to-carry and stylish portable blender that comes with a whole load of features, making it our overall favorite battery-powered blender.

It’s made up of two parts – a rechargeable base, and a cup-blender combo that sits on top. It comes in baby blue, pastel pink and white, and has a handy carry handle on the lid.

The rechargeable base comes with a rechargeable lithium battery and can be charged via USB cable. It charges within an hour, and one charge will last around 7-10 uses, depending on how long you’re blending the ingredients. In case the power runs low at an inopportune time, you can use it while charging.

The included cup is a 16 oz vessel (or 14 oz for blending fruits and vegetables, as per their guidelines) with a four-leaf stainless steel blade, which can cut through soft or pulpy ingredients like it’s nothing.

It comes with a handy ice cube tray which makes ice blocks just the right size for blending so that you won’t encounter any stoppages or issues.

In addition, there’s a funnel included to make loading the cup a lot easier. This personal blender is best used for making smoothies or shakes on the go, but could just as easily be used to make dips like pesto or hummus, salad dressing or marinades, or even baby food.

This is a good quality, effective and portable blender and battery operated. So, if this is what you’re looking for in a blender, you’ve found the one for you.

Specifications:

ProsCons
Good quality, effective and portableSmall blending volume
Detachable cup with a handleNot suitable for hot liquids
Comes with an ice tray and funnelFoods must be cut fairly small to blend
Powerful enough to blend ice 
Dishwasher safe 

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BlenderX Cordless Portable Blender 

The BlenderX Cordless Portable Blender is a great choice for making smoothies that use ice, because it’s almost as powerful as your home blender. It’s actually one of the most powerful portable blenders you’ll find.

Another one of the specs that makes this a great blender is the size. The jar is 20 ounces, which is larger than most portable jars, so you can mix up more at one time in this blender.

A single charge can last up to two weeks, depending on how often you use it. A single charge can manage about 13 blends. The battery is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It will recharge in about 3-5 hours. If you’re not using it regularly, you should charge the Lithium battery every couple months to keep it in working condition.

To clean it, the best method is to add water and a small amount of soap and blend. This will clean all of the parts easily and quickly. Not all of the parts are removable, so you can’t individually clean each piece.

Specifications:

ProsCons
Lightweight and portableHeavier than most portable blenders
Holds a charge for up to 13 blendsNot suitable for hot liquids
Powerful enough to blend small chunks of icePlastic jar
Jar can be used as a cup

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Oberly Portable Blender

*Smallest portable blender*

This personal blender is the smallest on our list at just 3″ x 3″ x 9″, and it’s very lightweight at just 1.3lb. If you’re looking for the most portable blender, this is the one.

The blender isn’t super powerful, but if you’re taking it on the go, you’re likely only planning to blend smoothies and protein shakes. For that, it’s very well suited.

It has 6 blades that help blend fruits so the drink ends up very smooth, as long as the pieces you put in are rather small.

One of the best features of this blender is the built-in safety feature that prevents it from overheating. One complaint with these small blenders is that they can smoke and ultimately break down if you tax the motor too much with hard foods and large pieces of ice.

The safety feature will prevent damage to the machine. As with the other blenders on this list, this one is also not suitable for hot liquids. Anything above 50 degrees should not be put in the blender, as it can cause damage to the seals.

The cup that comes with the blender holds about 17 oz. You can use it as a cup while still attached to the machine. And it’s easy to clean. When you’re done, just put some water in it and blend for 15 seconds.

Specifications:

ProsCons
Smallest form factor and weightSmall blending volume
Built-in safety feature prevents overheatingNot suitable for hot liquids
6 blades – more than mostNot suitable for hard foods, like nuts or large pieces of ice

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Regenerate Cordless Blender

*Largest Travel Blender*

Sometimes you’re looking for something bigger than the personal sized blenders, but if you’ve been looking for this you already know how difficult it is to find. Blenders requires a lot of power to blend well, especially when it comes to ice and frozen fruits, so a battery pack often doesn’t cut it.

Fortunately, there is a battery powered blender that’s larger and more like your home blender. This Regenerate blender is 48 ounces and it’s just as powerful as your countertop blender, so you can crush frozen fruit, ice, nuts, and other hard foods with ease.

The Regenerate Blender has a rechargeable battery pack with a long-lasting 14.8V lithium-ion battery. You can make up to 60 regular 8 oz drinks with a single charge. That’s WAY longer than most of the smaller competitors.

One of the thing I love the most about this blender is that it can be stored with the jar over the base, so it saves quite a bit of space. It’s great for taking camping or to an outdoor party.

Specifications:

ProsCons
PortableLarger/heavier than other portables
Great battery lifeNot suitable for hot liquids
Variable Speed + Pulse & Battery Indication Lights
Large blending volume

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In Conclusion

You should now be more than prepared to pick one of the blenders we’ve reviewed from the list here.  If you’re still undecided, we’d recommend the PopBabies for a portable personal blender – it’s simple, easy and straightforward, and perfect your preparing your own little smoothies and shakes on the go.

As far as personal battery-operated blenders go, all four of these are fine options. You can’t go wrong with any of them, as long as you use it properly.

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Best portable blender 2022: tested by our appliance experts

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Portable blenders – or personal blenders – will be your perfect buy if you love to blend and drink on the go, tend to make single-serve portions, or if you have a smaller household and don't need a full-size appliance.

We've tested a ton of personal blenders, including corded and cordless models, for everything from power to portability, blending function and ease of cleaning, putting them through their paces for everything from smoothies to salsas to ensure we can report back meticulously on performance, weight and ease of use. 

Heftier choices are typically more powerful, though the Cuisinart EvolutionX Cordless Blender is our top choice; it packs in a lot of power in a small device. More on that, just below.

And while the on-the-go, take it to the gym portability is the main reason you might want to buy a portable blender, don't think these compact wonders can't do everything the bigger traditional best blenders can. Most personal blenders can take on the same blending tasks, just in smaller quantities, which might just suit you perfectly. 

Best portable blenders 2022

Why you can trust Homes & Gardens Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test.

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1. Cuisinart EvolutionX Cordless Blender

The best portable blender overall

Specifications

Capacity : 16oz

Dimensions: 3.9 x 3.5 x 11.69 inches

Power: 2 lithium ion batteries

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Reasons to buy

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Cordless

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Powerful

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Only 4 pounds 

Reasons to avoid

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Can't use when plugged in

Why you should buy it: Long-lasting rechargeable battery; crushes ice and frozen berries with ease. 

Powerful blending
Our reviewer Lindsey, H&G's Director of Home Ecomms, was pleasantly surprised by how well the Cuisinart EvolutionX tackled the trickiest of ingredients, including ice and frozen fruits. 'You may have to make sure frozen ingredients are prepped in smaller pieces; a standard-sized ice cube posed no problems, but anything slightly bigger will get stuck between the blade and the side of the cup, as I realized when trying to blend half a frozen banana,' she reports.

Ease of use  

Using the blender couldn’t be easier: everything goes into the 16-ounce cup, then you press the button to activate the single-speed motor until you’ve got your desired mix. It also comes with a travel lid to drink straight out of the container. 

Battery life
The battery lasts for up to 20 minutes, which was more than enough to prep multiple smoothies, as well as salsas or pastes, or use over a period of time without recharging. 'My main gripe is that it won't work when it's plugged in, so make sure it's topped up on power if you plan on using it at home,' says Lindsey.

Our Cuisinart EvolutionX Cordless Blender review has more information

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2. Ninja Nutri Blender Pro with Auto-IQ

The best personal blender

Specifications

Capacity: 24 oz.

Dimensions: 15 x 6 x 6 inches

Power: 1100W

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Reasons to buy

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Simple to operate

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Smart Blending programs

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Powerful motor

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Well priced

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Easy to clean

Reasons to avoid

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Loud

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Doesn’t handle dry foods

Why you should buy it: Powerful 1100W motor, larger blending capacity than smaller models; best for home-only use.

Powerful blending
The sheer power of the Ninja Nutri Blender Pro with Auto-IQ puts it above some countertop blenders and gives you a bit more flexibility with the ingredients that you can tackle. The blender handled soft fruits with ease, but add tougher fruits or even frozen ingredients and you can see what the 1100W motor is really for: here, you get similar smooth results as you’d expect from a much larger blender. Although it can handle dry ingredients, the Nutri Pro didn’t do a particularly good job, with uneven chopping and blending.

Ease of use
This single-speed blender is also really easy to use: everything gets loaded into a cup, then you press down to engage the motor. It features the same Auto-iQ programming found in its countertop blenders, like the Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System, to take the guesswork out of blending. There are travel lids for the included 18oz and 24oz cups, and everything (including the blades) can go in the dishwasher.

Best for home use
This model is corded, and the base is chunky too, but you do get greater capacity and a powerful blend. This, we think, makes it a good middle ground for any of you who don't have space for or need a bulky traditional blender, or who want one for their RV. It's not one you're going to take to the gym, which is why it's number two on our list. 

We're big fans of the Ninja brand and this portable blender is on our testing wait list; it makes this list because we've previously reviewed the earlier Nutri Pro model, which has 900W of power; this one has even more to offer, and 96% of independent, verified users on Amazon recommend it

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3. BlendJet 2

The best cordless blender

Specifications

Capacity : 16oz

Dimensions: 9 x 3 inches

Power: 5V

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Reasons to buy

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Very portable

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Comes in tons of colors

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Easy to clean

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Can be used for drinks, dips and more

Reasons to avoid

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Struggles with tough ingredients

Why you should buy it: Versatile – the pulse mode means you can make chunky dips, too.

Pulse mode
While this portable blender is a handy on-the-go buy, the fact that there's a blending mode and pulse setting means you can use it at home to make dips, and power through thicker ingredients. 'This is useful if you've been browsing the best food processors but can't afford the space or budget to buy one – this personal blender can step into some of those functions,' says Millie, our Head of Reviews, who tested this portable blender.

Great blending
Millie used the BlendJet 2 to make a fresh fruit smoothie. 'While it struggled a bit with tougher ingredients like the core of berries, overall it did an impressive job,' she reports. 'And because it's cordless, you can shake it when blending to make sure that ingredients for dips are incorporated. This came in very useful when I made pesto from scratch.'

Ease of cleaning
There's an in-built blade that isn't removable, so you will have to drink out of the blending cup or pour your drink out. Cleaning is easy: just pour in some water and dish soap and run a blending cycle, or shake. 

Our BlendJet 2 review has more information

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4. NutriBullet GO Portable Blender

Best affordable portable blender

Specifications

Capacity : 13oz

Dimensions: 7.52 x 7.01 x 4.06 inches

Power: 1 lithium ion battery

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Reasons to buy

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Great safety features

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Super lightweight

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Designed for traveling 

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Very quiet

Reasons to avoid

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Can't blend ice

Why you should buy it: Lightweight; long-lasting battery; supremely portable.

Portability
Not only is it seriously lightweight (only 1. 5lbs) but the NutriBullet GO Portable Blender also has a clever two-part design that means you can carry around the bottle, full of fruits or protein shakes, and the blending unit separately. If you're wondering which Nutribullet to buy, this is your best portable bet.

Power
Our tester, H&G's Reviews Editor Millie Hurst found that it was capable of blending fresh fruits with ease, but struggled with ice cubes due to its limited power. 'For shakes and smoothies, however, this is a great-value portable blender,' she reports. It's worth noting that the Nutribullet GO won't blend unless it is attached securely to the base, which is a good safety measure to prevent any mishaps. It switches off automatically after a 30-second blend, so when we did need to blend for a longer period of time, we'd have to start a new cycle. 

Quiet operation
If you are up and out early like Millie, you'll appreciate how quiet this personal blender runs. 'Your family won't hear you blending early in the morning, nor will it disturb colleagues if you use it at work, it's super quiet,' says Millie. 

Our Nutribullet GO Portable Blender review has more information

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5. BlenderX Cordless Portable Blender

Best portable blender for camping

Specifications

Capacity: 20 oz jar

Dimensions: 5.75 x 5.75 x 13 inches

Power: Lithium ion battery

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Reasons to buy

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Very powerful

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Comes with a carry bag 

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Easy to use

Reasons to avoid

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Only one cup

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A bit heavy

Why you should buy it: Powerful enough for ice-crushing; very fast; short charge time, good battery life.

Powerful ice crushing
'Though we don't have a review of this blender written up yet, I've owned one myself and can tell you that the BlenderX Cordless Portable Blender outperformed the other portable blenders when it came to ice crushing,' says H&G's Reviews Editor Millie Fender. 'Great if you love a frozen smoothie. I also and we like that it comes with a larger 20. oz plastic cup.' 

Simple to use
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It's very easy to use, a case of simply screwing onto the plastic cup to start blending,' says Millie. 'The singular front button glows when charging, and when the blender is turned on. There is a screw-on cap that keeps your blades protected when not in use.'

Best for home/RV use
'My main issue was the weight of this portable blender because the base is hefty,' says Millie. 'It weighs 4.62 pounds in total, and this is why it sits at number five. However, it does comes with a carry bag and suction cups to keep the base attached to your counter, so I think it's perfectly suited for use in RVs or camping trips. For taking in your handbag though, it's maybe a little weighty.'

Where to buy the best portable blenders

Looking for more personal blenders to shop? These are the best retailers to try:

  • Amazon portable blenders
  • Macy's portable blenders
  • Best Buy portable blenders
  • Target portable blenders
  • Bed Bath & Beyond portable blenders
  • NutriBullet portable blenders

How we picked the best portable blenders

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How we test blenders is something we're proud of. Our on-staff reviews team tests in both our test kitchen and in their own homes, and not just over the course of a day, but over weeks. Often, we're lucky enough to keep the products, which means we can continually update our buying guides with comments about longevity. 

For this portable blender guide, we first tried blending smoothies. We tried a mix of frozen and fresh fruits, mixed with regular or nut milk, and a drizzle of honey. If the blender has an automatic shutoff we made a note of how many tries it took to get the smoothie to the perfect consistency.

We also tried making pesto in our portable blenders, which allowed us to see how they handled less wet ingredients. This also helped us see if any odors would remain inside the blending cup after use. 

Finally, we made crushed ice to see if the blenders could handle a few ice cubes. This is a big challenge for a portable blender, but some surprised us with how well they did. 

We tested both corded and cordless personal blenders because while a cordless blender is rarely as powerful as a corded one, the very best can manage what most of us want from them: well-blended smoothies we can make on-the-go. 

Our review and testing guidelines provide more insight into our processes, and our testers for this guide are listed below. 

Homes Ecommerce Director

Lindsey has been working with home product testing since around 2014, specializing in everything homes and gardens-related, from small appliances to lawn mowers. In 2020, was asked to oversee all the product content for H&G. We love her eye for detail and dedication to getting to the core of what all of us really want from products we spend our hard-earned salaries on. As well as managing our team, she still tests products at home on a regular basis.

Reviews Editor

Millie is our Reviews Editor, and has been testing product and writing for Homes & Gardens since the beginning of 2021. Millie specializes in small appliances, but as a lover of al fresco dining, she's also always on the hunt for the best grills and pizza ovens for entertaining friends and family.

How to choose a portable blender?

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Portable blenders (also known as travel or personal blenders) are typically designed to make smoothies directly into travel mugs. They’re built for quick, grab-and-go operation, and are designed to be easier and quicker to use than their full-sized models.

There are lots of different models and no right choice, as it depends on how you want to use the blender. If you travel a lot and want a blender that you can throw in your luggage, then size is all-important. Look for a smaller, lighter blender, even if you have to compromise on a smaller travel mug as a result.

If you’re going camping a lot and won’t have power, then look for a battery-powered model that you can pre-charge and use when you’re out.

Smaller blenders tend to have lower-powered motors, so will work well with soft fruits and for making most smoothies, but you’ll find they struggle with (or can’t handle) ice or frozen ingredients.

If you mostly make smoothies at home, then you can get a model with a bigger base and a larger motor. With a bigger motor, you’ll be able to make a wider variety of drinks.

For home use, you may find it useful to get a blender with different accessories, such as a chopping bowl for preparing ingredients for cooking, or a grinder for dealing with spices.

How much does a portable blender cost?

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As they’re smaller and aren’t as powerful as full-size blenders, prices are much lower. An entry-level blender should cost under $50, and give you basic smoothie making with softer fruits.

At the high-end, you can spend up to $150 on a model with more accessories and more powerful motors to give you more flexibility.

Is a portable blender as good as a full-size blender?

A portable blender is different from a full-size one. Most portable models are designed to be quick and easy to use, with one-button operation and single-speed motors. They’re typically as good as large models for smoothies.

Travel blenders are generally quite limited, though: you can make smaller quantities, they’re not built to run for as long, and they don’t have the controls of a full-size model. 

You usually can’t use hot liquids in personal blenders, either, as the travel cups are made from plastic that could be damaged by the heat.

If you want to vary what you can make, and have more control over the process, a full-size blender makes sense and, as our guide showed, you can always add a travel cup to your model to give you that blend-and-go convenience. 

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Millie Fender is Head of Reviews on the Homes and Gardens Ecommerce team. She specializes in cooking appliances, such as the best kettles, and also reviews outdoor grills and pizza ovens. Millie loves to bake, so she will take any excuse to review stand mixers and other baking essentials. When she's not putting products through their paces in our dedicated testing kitchen, Millie's reviews are conducted at home, meaning she uses these products in her own day-to-day life. 

Best Portable Blenders 2022 🏆 Rating of the best mini blenders

Portable appliances are often referred to as mini, sports or fitness blenders. They are commonly used to make cocktails, smoothies and other drinks. Basically, such devices are designed for people involved in sports or often taking walks, trips. They are also suitable for those who need to process small amounts of food at home.

  1. What is a portable blender?
  2. What is the difference between a portable blender and a stationary and immersion blender?
  3. Pros and Cons of Portable Blenders
  4. How to choose a good portable blender?
  5. TOP 7 best portable blenders in 2022
What is a portable trainer?

What is a portable blender?

The essence of the portable blender lies in its name - the device can be carried with you. This may apply to the entire device or only its removable bowl. Usually it is a bottle or glass. It is convenient to mix the necessary ingredients in a container, close the lid and take it with you on the road, to training, classes.

The motor can be located in a separate base unit or in the instrument cover. Knives are installed in the bowl itself, built into the lid or are a screw nozzle - after cooking it is replaced with a simple lid.

Differences between a portable blender and other types

What is the difference between a portable blender and a stationary and immersion blender?

Some portable blenders are similar in design to stationary models, with a motorized base and bowl-mounted knife attachment. The main difference lies in the compact size and minimum weight, battery operation (not all models).

Compared to a submersible blender, the portable blender is more compact and always comes with a bowl. Often the device does not need to be kept on weight - just turn it on and wait for automatic shutdown.

Portable blenders are also less powerful than most submersible and stationary blenders. Typically, the appliance is designed to prepare drinks, although many models can handle solid foods such as nuts and even ice.


See also: How to use a blender?

Advantages and disadvantages of portable blenders

Advantages and disadvantages of portable blenders

Like any other kitchen appliance, portable blenders are not without advantages and disadvantages. You should get to know each of them.