10 best portable blenders
“Why would I need a portable blender?” I thought to myself a few years ago as I looked at the range of funnily-shaped devices. You may have heard it called a mini blender, smoothie blender and, most exciting and quite accurately, a bullet blender.
After trying one, though, I had a whole list of answers to my question.
Who needs a portable blender?
Are you from one of these groups of people who would love to have a mini blender in their lives?
Parents – Need a puree of fresh fruit and veggies for the little one when you are out or overseas? A mini blender is compact enough for your baby bag and gets the job done quickly.
Fitness enthusiasts – That all-important dose of pre- or post-workout protein is right there waiting for you, or whipped up in a minute with a personal smoothie blender.
Travellers – Kicking back on holiday with all the ingredients of the perfect cocktail? Dump them in your bullet blender and give the concoction a quick whirl.
Space savers – No place on the kitchen counter for a full-size blender? You should use a mini blender with its tiny footprint that works just as well.
Time savers – Especially with USB-powered wireless mini blenders, you save all the time and hassle involved in assembling and setting up a full-size blender.
What to look for in a mini blender
Right, so you fall into one of those 5 groups (or just think that these gadgets are incredibly practical and look cool). Here is what you should compare between different models before buying one:
Size – Perhaps the biggest advantage of a mini blender is its portability. Look for one that fits easily inside your gym bag, baby accessories bag or carry-on luggage compartments.
Power – The higher the wattage of the motor, the easier it is to shred ingredients like ice cubes into the slush you want. Stainless steel blades help, too.
Capacity – Little baby may be happy with 300ml but you probably need a much larger protein shake after a workout. Look for a portable blender with a larger container, or one that allows you to swap them.
Ease of use – You need it for one simple job so why should it have more than 1 simple button? It doesn’t – look for a personal blender with one-touch operation.
Versatility – The best portable blenders come with a host of attachments that allow them to do a variety of things like chop, shred and puree effectively.
The best portable blenders
Here is my list of the portable blenders that I believe do the job well and at a price compatible with their performance.
1. Mayer Blender MMNB1000
With its monster 1,000W motor and easy-drink lid, this buttonless portable blender is for health junkies who want their protein shakes and veggie juices on the double.
Power (W): 1,000
Blades: 6 Stainless steel
Container: 1,000ml and 800ml BPA-free plastic
Weight (kg): 3
Features: Button-free operation, easy-drink lid included
Buy now from S$83 Lazada Amazon
2. Russell Taylors HB-6
Effortless meal prep with this versatile dual-speed device with simple twist-and-click interchangeable attachments.
Power (W): 600
Blades: Stainless steel
Container: 500ml plastic chopper, 600ml plastic beaker
Weight (kg):
Features: Adjustable speed control, interchangeable blade, whisk and masher included
Buy now from S$32 Lazada Amazon
3. Panasonic MX-SS1 Hand Blender
3-in-1 blending, chopping and whisking hand blender that makes everyday cooking a breeze.
Power (W): 600
Blades: 4 Stainless steel
Container: 700ml plastic
Features: 3-in-1 design, blending breaker for blend consistency, wall bracket to save space, slip-proof mat, dishwasher safe
Buy now from S$55 Lazada Amazon
4. Mayer MMPB1078 Personal Power Blender
With its quick-swap lid, this detachable personal blender goes instantly from 0 to 100 when your body is craving protein.
Power (W): 800
Blades: 6 Stainless steel
Container: 600ml Tritan BPA-free plastic
Weight (kg): 1.3
Features: Powerful pure copper motor, button to blend soft or hard food, Intelligent control
Buy now from S$69 Lazada Amazon
5. Ninja Blast
One of the most stylish and well-made portable blenders on our list, the Ninja Blast blew us away with its speed, versatility and convenience-centred design.
Power (W): 1,000
Blades: 6 Stainless steel
Container: 530ml BPA-free plastic
Weight (kg): 0.785
Features: Dishwasher safe, leak-proof sip lid, USB-C charging
Buy now from S$82 Lazada Amazon
6. Tefal HB8338 Optitouch Hand Blender
Choose from 16 different speeds to make everything from baby food to cocktails to smoothies using one small, versatile device.
Power (W): 600
Blades: 4 Stainless steel
Container: 500ml plastic chopper, 800ml plastic beaker
Weight (kg): 1.2
Features: 16 speeds, pulse function, anti-splash guard, ergonomic soft handle
Buy now from S$81 Lazada Amazon
7. KENWOOD Mini Chopper 180B
A novel design and a relatively low price for the convenience it delivers make this a stand-out.
Power (W): 300
Blades: 2 Stainless steel
Container: 350ml plastic
Weight (kg): 0.95
Features: Dual speed, oil drip lid
Buy now from S$45 Lazada
8. PowerPac USB Blender PPBL339
The king of budget home gadgets brings us another incredibly-priced tech wonder that gets all the basics right.
Power (W): 600
Blades: 2 Stainless steel
Container: 300ml plastic
Weight (kg):
Features:
Buy now from S$20 Lazada FairPrice
9. Philips Daily Collection HR2059/90
Power (W): 450
Blades: 4 Stainless steel
Container: 1000ml plastic
Features: Includes mill for grinding and additional jar, dishwasher safe, break-resistant jars
Buy now from S$59 Lazada
10. Morphy Richards MR9600 Rechargeable Blender
The convenience of USB charging in a petite blender available in 3 striking colours.
Power (W): 50
Blades: 2 Stainless steel
Container: 300ml Tritan plastic
Weight (kg): 0.56
Features: Personal juicer and fruit blender with hand carry, magnetic USB cable
Buy now from S$50 Lazada Amazon
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