The Best Blenders of 2026

This KitchenAid blender boasts a uniquely charming appearance that would fit right in with your countertop stand mixer. And it's almost as versatile, too!

In our testing, this blender was able to break down tough smoothie ingredients like flaxseeds and leafy greens into a smooth texture with no leftover bits. It also blended through large batches of ice quickly, without shaking on the counter in the process. We also love the dial control panel and pre-programmed settings for things like smoothies, ice, and a handy self-cleaning cycle.

While the sleek, retro design looks great on the counter and has a minimal aesthetic, we found that the controls weren't as quick to respond as we'd like. The variable speed dial makes blending easy but this blender doesn't deliver quite the same level of smoothness and consistency for things like sauces and soups as the winners on this list. However, it comes at a decent value and in a variety of different colors to suit any kitchen style.

The Cleanblend was designed by chefs for chefs, and while we liked the easy-to-use controls and no-frills design of this 1,800-watt blender, we weren’t totally sold on its blending abilities. It’s incredibly easy to remove the pitcher from the base and place it on the base when it’s time to blend, which is great if you like to work quickly in the kitchen. However, there’s no click or lock-in-place sound, which might be disconcerting to some.

This blender chopped nuts, chocolate candy, and frozen strawberries with ease, but it wasn’t able to fully crush ice. The smoothie test proved to be a bit difficult for the Cleanblend as we had to use the pulse setting multiple times to tackle the last large frozen strawberry chunks. During testing, the base of the blender stayed mostly still and we didn’t notice too much movement from the pitcher either.

It comes with a nut milk bag, a tamper, a small rubber spatula, a 64-ounce BPA-free container, and a five-year warranty. Overall, we enjoyed using this blender and think many chefs and home cooks would find it useful.

The Vitamix 750 is essentially the same machine as the 780, but with manual controls and a lower price. We think it ultimately offers a greater level of control and feedback. If you care more about function than fashion and are looking to save an easy $220, then the Vitamix 750 is definitely the better buy. If you don't need the presets found on the 750, you should check out the Vitamix 7500—an otherwise-identical blender that's $70 cheaper than the 750.

This sleek 1,000-watt blender is part of GE’s countertop appliance line, and what it lacks in performance it almost makes up for in style and accessories. It aced our smoothie test, producing a well-blended, tasty result, and its performance was passable when it came to mixing two different colors of yogurt.

During the ice and frozen strawberry chopping tests, the blender automatically shut off and needed to be unplugged then plugged back in. Even after doing so, the blender couldn’t process either the ice or the strawberries unless the items were fed into the blender through the lid hole one at a time while the blender was already on, or while using the pulse function.

Despite the fact that this blender is so nice looking we’d likely never tire of seeing it on our countertops, we were disappointed with the GE blender overall. If you’re looking for a high-performing affordable blender that can do more than just make smoothies, this probably isn’t the best option for you. That said, if you’re a loyal fan of GE, this blender isn’t the worst we’ve tested and it costs just under $100.

With its ultra-sleek touchscreen, this blender is definitely easy on the eyes. However, the touchscreen’s limited feedback can make it difficult to know if you’ve actually pushed a button. Like other NutriBullet products we’ve tested, this 1,500-watt blender impressed us with its intuitive controls and consistent results.

It won’t operate unless the lid is fully secured, which seems like a helpful safety feature in theory, but also makes it somewhat frustrating to operate. The lid is relatively difficult to remove and reattach because there are three separate places for it to snap on, and there’s a sensor peg it must align with to function properly.

This wouldn’t be a bad blender to own, as it performed well during our mixing and chopping tests, and it’ll look nice on your countertop if storage is limited.

With its powerful 3.0-horsepower motor, the Blendtec Total Blender is a powerhouse—and it showed in our testing. The simple, square jar is easy to clean, and its shape is ideal for mixing liquids—driving them to the bottom quickly and with very little splatter up the walls.

In practice, it did a great job crushing ice. While every other blender we tested had trouble with that task, the Blendtec gave us shaved ice as fluffy as snow. If frozen treats and cocktails are your top priority, the Blendtec Total Blender is really the best option.

The Blendtec’s duller blades, however, didn’t perform as well when it came to finely chopping up ingredients, and the smoothie setting left us with something to chew on—specifically, bits of kale that didn't dissolve. If you're a health nut, best pass the Blendtec by.

This countertop blender won't take up much space as its base is relatively compact, compared to other bulkier models. We like the glass pitcher because it elevates the appearance of this otherwise average looking blender. During testing, this model excelled at the smoothie test along with chopping various foods and blending two different colored yogurts.

While it's lacking any automatic programs, we found its control panel easy to use and the buttons were very responsive when pushed. We discovered that it's best to use the pulse function in order to effectively blend a smoothie or chop frozen fruits, as opposed to a continuous blend. The plastic lid was slightly warped when it arrived, but with a little force we were able to fit it onto the pitcher.

The pitcher, lid, and blade are all dishwasher-safe, while the base can be cleaned using a damp cloth.

The Oster Versa 1400 is a best-seller thanks to its sturdy base, pro-style minimalist design, and powerful motor. While it generally had no issues chopping and mixing, it did have some trouble crushing ice. It's not a bad blender, but we'd still stick with our other recommendations.