Best Blenders UK (2026)
Blenders range from pocket-sized portable bottles to powerful full-size machines that grind nuts and crush ice. This guide compares blenders from Expert Reviews' testing, from budget personal blenders to premium countertop models, so you can match the power and capacity to what you actually blend.
We have not hands-on tested these products. Our picks are based on published independent tests and reviews, listed at the bottom of this page. How we pick.
Our top pick
Vitamix A2300i Ascent Series
Best premium
Expert Reviews' premium pick. It crushes ice effortlessly, makes nut butters and grinds coffee beans, with app connectivity and a 10-year warranty, at a high price.
- High-powered performance
- Crushes ice effortlessly
- Makes nut butters and grinds beans
Quick comparison
| Product | Best for | Key spec | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamix A2300i Ascent Series | Best premium | 1,440W, 2L jug, 10 speeds | Check price |
| KitchenAid K150 | Best all-purpose | 650W, 1.4L jug, 3 speeds plus pulse | Check price |
| Salter NutriPro 1000 | Best mid-range | 1,000W, 1L jug, 2 speeds | Check price |
| Nutribullet 600 Series | Best for everyday smoothies | 600W, 600ml jug | Check price |
| Breville Blend Active Personal | Best budget | 300W, 600ml jug, from a low price | Check price |
| BlendJet 2 | Best for portability | 1,000W motor, 450ml, USB-C rechargeable | Check price |
| Philips Daily Collection Mini | Best compact | 350W, 600ml working capacity, glass jug | Check price |
Our picks in detail
Best premium
Vitamix A2300i Ascent Series
Expert Reviews' premium pick. It crushes ice effortlessly, makes nut butters and grinds coffee beans, with app connectivity and a 10-year warranty, at a high price.
- Power
- 1,440W
- Jug capacity
- 2,000ml
- Speeds
- 10
- Extras
- Digital timer, app connectivity
Pros
- High-powered performance
- Crushes ice effortlessly
- Makes nut butters and grinds beans
- 10-year warranty
Cons
- Expensive (£529 and up)
- Bulky
Best all-purpose
KitchenAid K150
A well-built blender that crushed half an ice tray in 10 seconds in testing, with a classic design and a useful pulse function, though it is pricey for a fairly basic feature set.
- Power
- 650W
- Jug capacity
- 1,400ml
- Speeds
- 3 plus pulse
Pros
- Crushes half an ice tray in 10 seconds
- Exceptional build quality
- Pulse function for controlled blending
Cons
- Pricey for the functionality (about £229)
- Limited attachments included
Best mid-range
Salter NutriPro 1000
A well-built blender with a heavy, stable base and two lidded cups included, offering excellent value, though it is notably loud and struggles slightly with tough greens.
- Power
- 1,000W
- Jug capacity
- 1,000ml
- Speeds
- 2
- Extras
- Two lidded cups (800ml and 1L)
Pros
- Well-built with a heavy, stable base
- Two lidded cups included
- Excellent value
Cons
- Notably loud
- Struggles slightly with tough greens like kale
Best for everyday smoothies
Nutribullet 600 Series
A personal blender that produces silky-smooth results and processes fibrous vegetables quickly, with small and large cups included, though its ice-crushing is limited.
- Power
- 600W
- Jug capacity
- 600ml
- Speeds
- 1
Pros
- Silky-smooth results
- Processes fibrous vegetables in under 30 seconds
- Smoothies keep their colour longer
Cons
- Limited ice-crushing capability
- Not suited to heavy-duty tasks
Best budget
Breville Blend Active Personal
Expert Reviews' budget pick. It crushes ice and comes with two portable jugs with leak-proof lids, though its motor is less powerful than pricier rivals.
- Power
- 300W
- Jug capacity
- 600ml
- Speeds
- 1 plus pulse
Pros
- Affordable
- Crushes ice
- Two portable jugs with leak-proof lids
- Dishwasher-safe
Cons
- Lower power
- Basic functionality
Best for portability
BlendJet 2
A compact, cordless, rechargeable blender that gives around 15 blends per charge, though it has only one speed and a small jug.
- Power
- 1,000W motor
- Jug capacity
- 450ml
- Speeds
- 1
- Charging
- USB-C, about 15 blends per charge
Pros
- Lightweight and compact
- Quiet
- Simple one-button design
- USB-C rechargeable
Cons
- Single speed option
- Limited jug capacity
Best compact
Philips Daily Collection Mini
A compact blender that is powerful for its size and comes with a glass jug and an on-the-go tumbler, though its working capacity is limited for family-sized servings.
- Power
- 350W
- Jug capacity
- 600ml working capacity (900ml jug)
- Speeds
- 2
Pros
- Powerful for its size
- Handles nuts and coffee
- Compact footprint
- Glass jug
Cons
- Small working capacity
- Limited for family-sized servings
Buying guide
Personal or full-size blender?
Personal blenders like the Nutribullet or BlendJet suit single smoothies you drink straight from the cup. Full-size blenders with a larger jug suit families, soups, and batch-making, and generally offer more power for ice and tough ingredients.
How much power do I actually need?
For smoothies with soft fruit, 300-600W is usually enough. For crushing ice regularly, or grinding nuts, coffee beans or hard vegetables, look for 1,000W or more.
Do I need multiple speed settings?
Multiple speeds and a pulse function give more control, useful for chopping rather than fully blending, or for building up to a smooth texture with tough ingredients. A single-speed blender is simpler but less flexible.
Is a portable blender worth it?
A USB-rechargeable portable blender like the BlendJet is useful for the gym, travel or a desk, but has a small capacity and less power than a plugged-in blender, so it is best as a second blender rather than your only one.
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