Portable blenders allow you to continue to make the same healthy smoothies you love even while you’re away from home. Most of them blend directly into the same cup that you’ll drink your smoothie from. In this article, we’ll tell you about a few of our favorite portable blenders. We’ll make sure you know everything about the blades, the blending speeds, and how you’ll clean your cups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the blending cups dishwasher safe?
Most cups are perfectly safe to clean in your dishwasher. In some cases, you may need to make sure the cup stays on the top rack. You might also want to make sure that food isn’t caught between the blades, or in other hard-to-reach corners of your cup.
How much can each blender/cup hold?
Most cups will hold 13 or 14 ounces of liquid at one time. Keep in mind that your smoothies may be a little smaller, since your ingredients will need open space inside the cup for mixing while the smoothie is blending. There is one cup on this list that has a larger capacity, and can hold up to 18 ounces at one time. We’ll make sure to point this one out for you once we get there.
Buying Guide
Before we get into the individual items, we want to make sure you know what factors to consider when picking out your new personal blender. Here are a few of the main things you’ll want to keep in mind:
- Power Source: How will you get power to your blender? Some blenders plug into the wall, but other blenders can be charged with a USB cable to use even while you’re not near an outlet.
- Blades: You’ll learn that each blender has a different number of blades. Some blenders only have four, while others may have five. Regardless of how many blades your blender has, you want them them to be sharp enough to effectively mix your items together and tear up small pieces of fruits and veggies. Also, if you plan to mix ice in with your smoothies, you should make sure this is safe to do in the blender that you’re buying.
- Materials: Knowing what materials are used to make your blending cup, as well as the blades and the power source, will tell you more about how durable your blender will be. This is also when you can confirm that there are no harmful materials, such as BPA, included in the plastic pieces.
- Speed: How fast will the blades rotate? This speed is usually measured in RPM (rotations per minute). Also, some blenders will offer multiple speeds, each one designed to blend different consistencies.
- Safety Features: Anytime you’re working with electrical equipment, you’ll feel safer knowing that your device won’t short-circuit or overheat. Many of these blenders have gone through rigorous safety testing to ensure that they are protected against common malfunctions or issues. Also, some blenders will not power on until all pieces (such as the lid) are correctly in place.
- Color: Depending on which blender you choose, you may have several colors to choose from. It won’t affect the quality of your blender, but it might affect how your blender looks next to your other kitchen items.
PopBabies Portable Blender
Best Overall
14oz of Blending Space
This personal-size portable blender is compact and easy to bring with you on the road. You’ll blend your smoothies and protein shakes inside the same cup you’ll drink from, and each piece is dishwasher safe for easier cleaning.
Why We Love It:
- Sold in five different colors
- Made with BPA-free food-grade ABS materials
- Features a 304 stainless steel blade
- Blender can run even while charging
Something to Consider:
- Battery life is not great, and charging can take a while
Vaeqozva Portable Blender
Best Extras
Includes Reusable Silicone Straws
You can pop the bottle cap to drink directly from the bottle, or you can use one of the straws inside the same hole if you like. This bottle is the same one that you’ll blend inside, so you won’t have to worry about getting too many dishes dirty or bringing extra pieces with you when you travel.
Why We Love It:
- Sold in six different colors
- Made with food-grade Tritan PC and ABS that is FDA-approved and BPA-free
- Six-piece blade rotates as fast as 22,000 RPM
- Tested to ensure protection against overcharging and overheating
Something to Consider:
- Cleaning can be difficult, as food can get stuck under blades and around the engine
Oberly Portable Blender
Safest Blender
Does Not Spin When Opened
This blender’s software will not allow the device to function unless all pieces are properly attached and tightened. The red arrow must be lined up with the switch, and the base needs to be fully tightened each time.
Why We Love It:
- Sold in three different colors
- Easy to charge from any USB power source
- Includes easy-to-use on and off switch
- Blending/drinking cup holds 13oz (380ml) of liquid
Something to Consider:
- Takes 3-5 hours to charge
La Reveuse Portable Blender
Largest Bottle
Holds Up to 18oz at One Time
This blender is capable of running with 300 watts of power at one time. The high-speed four-part stainless steel blade easily crushes fruits and vegetables for the best smoothies and salad dressings each time.
Why We Love It:
- Sold in six different colors
- Includes protection against overheating and over-loading, in addition to a safety lock
- Made with BPA-free and lead-free materials
Something to Consider:
- Cannot be operated consistently for longer than one minute
NutriBullet Portable Blender
Best Battery
20 Blending Cycles on One Charge
This blender is made for life on the go. It is compact and charges quickly, and the blending cup can be closed with the included lid for easy transport to the office, gym, or car.
Why We Love It:
- Sold in four different colors
- Includes 70W motor base and 13oz blending/drinking cup
- Comes with instruction manual and USB charging cord
Something to Consider:
- Only runs at one speed
- Not designed to crush ice
